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Pointcarre vs Stoll

Pointcarre logo

Pointcarre

Fashion

Advanced pattern design software with embroidery capabilities

From
$120/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Stoll logo

Stoll

Fashion

Knit design and knitting machine solutions

From
$300/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Pointcarre the Internet Archive's capture of Pointcarre's homepage on 26 January 2021 named distinct textile CAD modules, ColorSep (printing), Pro Weave (broken into Dobby, Jacquard and Loomnet weaving modules), Knit, and 3D Mapping, sold as separately purchasable modules with no price figure found.; Stoll no pricing available; the flat knitting machine business has been discontinued
  • They diverge on capability: Pointcarre covers Pattern design, Stoll covers Knit design.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Pointcarre and Stoll actually diverge.

Attributes where Pointcarre and Stoll differ
AttributePointcarreStoll
Starting price$120/month$300/month
Founded19911880

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), platforms (Windows), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fashion).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Pointcarre

  • Pattern design
  • Embroidery design
  • Colorway creation
  • Weaving patterns
  • Textile simulation
  • Print design
  • Embroidery machines
  • Textile CAM systems

Only in Stoll

  • Knit design
  • Pattern creation
  • Machine programming
  • Stitch simulation
  • Production planning
  • Stoll machines
  • CAD systems
  • German language support

Both cover

  • User authentication
  • Desktop deployment
  • Windows support
  • English language support
  • Spanish language support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Pointcarre

  • Embroidery designnot Stoll
  • Textile pattern creationnot Stoll

Stoll

  • Flat knitting machine manufacturing (legacy/discontinued)not Pointcarre
  • Knitting machine spare parts and servicenot Pointcarre

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pointcarre

  • The Internet Archive's capture of Pointcarre's homepage on 26 January 2021 named distinct textile CAD modules, ColorSep (printing), Pro Weave (broken into Dobby, Jacquard and Loomnet weaving modules), Knit, and 3D Mapping, sold as separately purchasable modules with no price figure found.

Stoll

  • No pricing available; the flat knitting machine business has been discontinued
  • Production site in Reutlingen closed as of October 31, 2025
  • Only spare parts and legacy service support remain available

Pricing, plan by plan

Pointcarre

$120/month
  • Professional$120/month
    • Pattern design
    • Embroidery
    • Basic features
  • Premium$200/month
    • Advanced features
    • Colorway management
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All features
    • Custom integration

Stoll

$300/month
  • Basic$300/month
    • Basic design
  • Advanced$600/month
    • Advanced features
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Full solution

Which should you pick?

Choose Pointcarre if

  • You need pattern design.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want embroidery design.
Pointcarre review

Choose Stoll if

  • You need knit design.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want pattern creation.
Stoll review

Questions people ask

Is Pointcarre or Stoll better?
Neither clearly leads. Pointcarre starts at $120/month and Stoll at $300/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Pointcarre or Stoll?
Pointcarre starts at $120/month and Stoll at $300/month.
Does Pointcarre or Stoll run on more platforms?
Both run on Windows, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
What is Pointcarre best used for?
Pointcarre is most often used for embroidery design, textile pattern creation. Of those, embroidery design and textile pattern creation are not what Stoll is typically brought in for.
What can Pointcarre do that Stoll cannot?
Pointcarre covers Pattern design, Embroidery design, Colorway creation, Weaving patterns. Stoll covers Knit design, Pattern creation, Machine programming, Stitch simulation. Both handle User authentication, Desktop deployment, Windows support, English language support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Pointcarre: What types of textiles can I design with Pointcarre?

Pointcarre supports design for home and interiors, including carpets and rugs, bed and bath linens, curtains and sheers, upholstery fabrics. It offers specialized tools for repeat pattern generation, visualization, and manufacturing integration.

Source
Stoll: Is STOLL still selling knitting machines?

No, STOLL's flat knitting machine business has been discontinued and the production site in Reutlingen was closed on October 31, 2025. Only spare parts availability and legacy service support remain.

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Pointcarre: What textile products are included in Pointcarre?

Pointcarre includes software for Jacquard (weaving), Dobby (dobby weave), Printing (print design), Tufting (carpet tufting), and Knitting (knit design), plus Mapping tools and LoomNet connectivity.

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Stoll: Where can I get spare parts for STOLL machines?

STOLL spare parts remain available through their support channels. The company has consolidated service operations under KARL MAYER ownership. Customers should contact STOLL's helpline or webshop for parts availability.

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