top ravelry app
Ravit is definitely one of the best third-party options out there. Because it hooks right into Ravelry's API, it does a fantastic job of making pattern searches, stash management, and project updates feel native and smooth on a phone.
But honestly, your approach of just using the mobile web browser is incredibly common. Ravelry's mobile site has gotten a lot better over the years, and sometimes it's simply easier to stick to the browser you already have open rather than juggling another app and its specific quirks.
The Top Ravelry "Wrappers" (2026)
| App | Best For... | Status |
| Ravit | Speed & Clean UI. It’s famous for "squinting less" and having a very responsive interface. | Active. Received major updates in late 2025/early 2026 focusing on faster pattern syncing. |
| Stash2Go II | Power Users. If you have a massive stash or want Apple Watch integration for row counting. | Active. Rebuilt from the ground up recently for a much smoother experience. |
| kntd:discover | Visual Browsing. It has a very modern, "Instagram-style" feel for discovering new patterns. | Active. Very popular for Android users as an alternative to the site. |
| Alpaca | Simplicity. Great for quick notebook updates without the bells and whistles. | Stable. Still receiving bug fixes, though updates are less frequent than Ravit. |
Why stick to the Browser?
The main reason people (like you!) often just use the browser is purchasing. Because of the "App Store Tax" (where Apple/Google take a cut of digital sales), most apps can't let you buy a pattern directly. Usually, they have to kick you back to the browser to finish the transaction anyway.
Pro-Tip: If you use the browser often, you can "Save to Home Screen" on your phone. It creates an icon that looks like an app but opens Ravelry directly in your browser without the URL bar taking up space.
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