Based on 20 real App Store reviews, here's exactly what users wish Cross Stitch Coach apps would build.
Features users are literally asking for in their reviews, ranked by demand.
"if you buy patterns off etsy, don't use this app. 99% of sellers don't give you the file types this app offers because svg and pdf are standard"
"I would like to have a way to put the pdfs we own into this app"
"There is no way to create your own pattern and no help is offered"
"Also could not find a place to make my own pattern layout, which they make it seem like it has"
"I would really love to see: 1. Be able to highlight where I am stitching to plan my path"
"Ability to switch colors from the called for thread"
"the app won't even load without an internet connection. You can't even work on pictures you've started but not completed"
Prioritized actions based on user demand and market opportunity.
Highest-demand feature across all reviews. Users already own patterns from Etsy/designers and want tracking tools, not pattern marketplaces. This is the critical differentiator.
Stitching is a portable hobby done while traveling. Requiring internet connection is a dealbreaker. Local storage also prevents catastrophic data loss issues plaguing competitors.
Multiple reviews cite viewport jumping as making the app unusable. Build color selection UI that keeps users in their working area (e.g., floating toolbar, proximity-based color highlighting).
Trust is broken by unexpected charges and forced pattern purchases. Charge for the app/features, not content. Consider freemium with import limits or one-time pro unlock.
Users expect this feature and competitors falsely advertise it. Photo-to-pattern conversion with thread color matching would be a strong premium feature.
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