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Stoll vs Techpacker

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Stoll

Fashion

Knit design and knitting machine solutions

From
$300/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Techpacker logo

Techpacker

Fashion

Cloud-based technical design and product development platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Techpacker 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; Techpacker professional onboarding fees range from $100-$3,000 depending on duration and plan tier
  • They diverge on capability: Stoll covers Knit design, Techpacker covers Technical design.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Stoll and Techpacker actually diverge.

Attributes where Stoll and Techpacker differ
AttributeStollTechpacker
Starting price$300/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindowsWeb
Founded18802013

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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
  • User authentication

Only in Techpacker

  • Technical design
  • Specification management
  • Collaboration
  • Comments & feedback
  • Email
  • Slack
  • SSL encryption
  • Authentication

Both cover

  • English 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 Techpacker
  • Knitting machine spare parts and servicenot Techpacker

Techpacker

  • Apparel brands building digital tech packs and managing PLM workflowsnot 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

Techpacker

  • Professional onboarding fees range from $100-$3,000 depending on duration and plan tier
  • 60-day money-back guarantee only applies to annual plans with professional onboarding

Pricing, plan by plan

Stoll

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

Techpacker

Free
  • TECHPACK BUILDER$35/month
    • Entry-level plan
    • Tech pack creation and management
    • 7-day free trial available
  • PLM PROFESSIONAL$95/month
    • Professional-grade product data organization
    • Professional onboarding available
  • PLM PREMIUM$125/month
    • Advanced features for scaling operations
    • Professional onboarding available

Which should you pick?

Choose Stoll if

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

Choose Techpacker if

  • You need technical design.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want specification management.
Techpacker review

Questions people ask

Is Stoll or Techpacker better?
Neither clearly leads. Stoll starts at $300/month and Techpacker at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Stoll or Techpacker?
Techpacker has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $300/month for Stoll and Free for Techpacker.
Does Stoll or Techpacker run on more platforms?
Stoll runs on Windows. Techpacker runs on Web.
Can I use Techpacker for free?
Yes. Techpacker 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 Techpacker is typically brought in for.
What can Stoll do that Techpacker cannot?
Stoll covers Knit design, Pattern creation, Machine programming, Stitch simulation. Techpacker covers Technical design, Specification management, Collaboration, Comments & feedback. Both handle 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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Techpacker: How much can I save by paying annually?

Techpacker offers 50% off yearly billing compared to monthly rates. Builder annual is $420/year (vs $840), Professional is $1,140/year (vs $2,370), and Premium is $1,500/year (vs $2,880). You can also get 15% off quarterly billing.

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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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Techpacker: Is there a free trial available?

Yes, Techpacker offers a 7-day free trial with no credit card required. All plans are eligible.

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Techpacker: What is the money-back guarantee?

Techpacker offers a 60-day money-back guarantee on annual plans that include professional onboarding. Users can downgrade, cancel, or pause anytime with pro-rated refunds.

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