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Stoll vs StyleCAD

Stoll logo

Stoll

Fashion

Knit design and knitting machine solutions

From
$300/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
StyleCAD logo

StyleCAD

Fashion

Affordable CAD solution for pattern and garment design

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only StyleCAD has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Stoll no pricing available; the flat knitting machine business has been discontinued; StyleCAD desktop-only application without cloud or web-based interface
  • They diverge on capability: Stoll covers Knit design, StyleCAD covers Pattern design.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Stoll and StyleCAD actually diverge.

Attributes where Stoll and StyleCAD differ
AttributeStollStyleCAD
Starting price$300/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
Founded18801996

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Stoll

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

Only in StyleCAD

  • Pattern design
  • Marker creation
  • Grading
  • 2D design
  • File management
  • Cloud storage
  • Basic systems
  • Cloud deployment

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.

Stoll

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

StyleCAD

  • Pattern designnot Stoll
  • Small business operationsnot Stoll

Where each one falls short

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

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

StyleCAD

  • Desktop-only application without cloud or web-based interface
  • Limited native integrations outside of Browzwear ecosystem
  • No real-time collaboration features for distributed teams

Pricing, plan by plan

Stoll

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

StyleCAD

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic features
    • Limited storage
  • Starter$40/month
    • Full pattern design
  • Professional$80/month
    • Advanced features
    • Cloud storage

Which should you pick?

Choose Stoll if

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

Choose StyleCAD if

  • You need pattern design.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want marker creation.
StyleCAD review

Questions people ask

Is Stoll or StyleCAD better?
Neither clearly leads. Stoll starts at $300/month and StyleCAD at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Stoll or StyleCAD?
StyleCAD has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $300/month for Stoll and Free for StyleCAD.
Does Stoll or StyleCAD run on more platforms?
Both run on Windows, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use StyleCAD for free?
Yes. StyleCAD has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Stoll starts at $300/month.
What is Stoll best used for?
Stoll is most often used for flat knitting machine manufacturing (legacy/discontinued), knitting machine spare parts and service. Of those, flat knitting machine manufacturing (legacy/discontinued) and knitting machine spare parts and service are not what StyleCAD is typically brought in for.
What can Stoll do that StyleCAD cannot?
Stoll covers Knit design, Pattern creation, Machine programming, Stitch simulation. StyleCAD covers Pattern design, Marker creation, Grading, 2D design. Both handle User authentication, Desktop deployment, Windows support, English language support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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StyleCAD: What file formats does StyleCAD support?

StyleCAD supports most commonly used CAD file formats including its native STY format and can import DXF files. StyleCAD also offers integration with Browzwear VStitcher with a plugin that automatically converts native files from Gerber, Lectra, and Optitex.

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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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StyleCAD: How much productivity improvement does StyleCAD offer?

StyleCAD delivers a typical productivity increase of 40% during digitizing, pattern grading, design modification, and marker creation compared to manual methods.

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StyleCAD: What are StyleCAD's grading capabilities?

StyleCAD offers individual grading for each size, powerful intermediate grading tools, notch grading for perfect intervals, and radial grading for unconventional pieces with seamless integration between modules.

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StyleCAD: Does StyleCAD integrate with 3D design tools?

Yes, StyleCAD integrates with Browzwear VStitcher through a plugin, enabling workflow between 2D pattern design and 3D visualization.

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