# Knot Guide HD — Tie a knot or tie a lot!

> Comprehensive guide to tying over 100 different knots with visual instructions. (iPhone/iPad app by Winkpass Creations, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knot-guide-hd/id374225992 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Winkpass Creations, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/288636661)
- Category: Utilities, Sports
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-06-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knot-guide-hd/id374225992/reviews.md

## What is Knot Guide HD?

#1 Knot App on iTunes!!!  Now with 107 knots and continuous new additions!
An App Store Essentials "Weekend Warriors DIY" PICK!

"Wow your friends!" - APPLEIPHONEAPPS.com

"...a highly recommended app with tons of utility value..." - IPHONEAPPREVIEWS.net

"What's knot to love?" - "THIS OLD HOUSE" - The Hardware Isle

"Knot Guide is like a patient teacher... showing you over and over how to tie it until you’ve committed it to memory." - APPCRAVER.com

"One of the most practical apps for those not bound by four walls..." - SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER

Need to tie a knot? Knot Guide will teach you the ropes!

Knot Guide NOW includes the following 107 knots, 95 of which are unique:

Adjustable Bend, Adjustable Loop, Albright Knot, Alpine Butterfly on a Bight, Anchor Bend, Arbor Knot, Ashley Bend, Ashley's Stopper, Bachmann Hitch, Back Splice, Barrel Hitch, Blake's Hitch, Blood Knot, Bowline, Bowline on a Bight, Braid Knot, Buntline Hitch, Carrick Bend, Chain Sinnet (Daisy Chain), Cleat Hitch, Cleat Hitch With Round Turn, Clinch Knot, Clove Hitch, Clove Hitch on a Bight, Constrictor, Countryman's Knot, Cow Hitch, Diagonal Lashing, Double Figure Eight Loop, Double Fisherman's, Double Overhand Stopper, Double Sheet Bend, Double Surgeon's Loop, Eye Splice, Figure Eight Follow Through, Figure Eight Knot, Figure Eight Loop, Fisherman's Bend, Fisherman's Knot, Flemish Flake, Four-in-Hand Knot, Gasket Coil, Girth Hitch, Hammock Hitch, Highwayman's Hitch, Honda Knot, Hunter's Bend, Improved Clinch Knot, Johnson Hitch, Jug Sling, Klemheist Knot, Lariat, Lark's Head, Lumberman's Knot, Monkey Fist, Mooring Hitch, Munter Hitch, Nail Knot, Orvis Knot, Overhand Knot, Oysterman's Stopper, Palomar Knot, Perfection Loop, Pile, Hitch, Poacher's Knot, Pratt Knot, Prusik Knot, Rapala, Reef Knot, Rigger's Bend, Right Angle Knot, Rolling Hitch, Rosendahl Bend, Rosendahl Loop, Round Lashing, Running Bowline, Running Knot, Sailor's Gripping Hitch, Sailor's Whipping, San Diego Jam Knot, Shear Lashing, Sheepshank, Sheet Bend, Simple Simon Under, Sledge Knot, Slim Beauty, Slip, Square, Square Lashing, Stevedore, Surgeon's Knot, Tautline Hitch, Timber Hitch, Trucker's Hitch (1), Trucker's Hitch (2), True Lover's Knot, Tumble Hitch, Turk's Head 3L5B, Turle Knot, Two Half Hitches, Uni Knot, Water Bowline, Water Knot, West Country Whipping, Yosemite Bowline, Zeppelin Bend, Zeppelin Loop

19 CATEGORIES include: 
Bends, Binding Knots, Climbing Knots, Decorative Knots, Fishing Knots, Hitches (End), Hitches (Middle), Lashings, Loops (Fixed), Loops (Slip), Navy SEAL Knots, Necktie Knots, Rope Care, Sailing Knots, Scout Knots, Shortenings, Splices, Stopper Knots, Whippings

FEATURES:
* Clear, colorful photographs
* Browse search by category or knot name
* From the "Knot Categories" screen, select a knot category (description and photo included for each category)
* Next, select a specific knot from your chosen category (description and photo included for each specific knot)
* Swipe the images to move forward or backward through the visual steps.
* Save your favorite knots for easy access
* "Knot Lingo" screen covers basic terms for knot tying.

Please also check out Knot Guide for the iPhone.

People of all walks of life since ancient times have found knots both fascinating and essential. Knots are used in sailing, climbing, tree trimming, jewelry making, and everyday tasks such as hitching a load to your vehicle.
Whether you are a novice or you have experience with tying knots, Knot Guide will assist you!

NOTE: Knots that are also known as another name are now also listed by the other name (eg. Square Knot is also listed as Reef Knot).

## Key features

- 107 unique knots
- Clear, colorful photographs
- Browse by category or knot name
- Detailed knot descriptions
- Categorized knot library

## Recent user reviews (10 of 53)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knot-guide-hd/id374225992/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worthless now

*2019-05-22, version 1.4*

App hasn’t been updated in 7 years and won’t run on most recent OS.

### 1/5 — Why aren’t you updating your app??

*2017-10-18, version 1.4*

It is worthless now!!

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2017-08-24, version 1.4*

A first class App with great diagrams.

### 4/5 — Lots

*2017-06-14, version 1.4*

UPDATE JUNE 14, 2017

I received eMail from the developers informing me that they were working on a 64-bit version. No info as to a completion date. 

UPDATE JUNE 7, 2017

Needs update to 64-bit or it will no longer execute on any iOS device running iOS 11.

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Overall a very good reference app for knots and I've only used it a few minutes to look up the knots that gave me trouble when I was a scout.

I take a way 1 star because of the way the interface handles an orientation switch--when moving from horizontal to vertical or vice versa whatever knot you are looking at disappears and you are back at the main menu with the 'Categories' tab selected and no knots selected.  It would be better if the app would lock orientation as the iPhone version does rather than return to the main menu on an iPad orientation switch.  It is particularly frustrating when perusing knots by name.  I know I could use the mechanical lock orientation switch on the iPad but I shouldn't have to.  The app should be intelligent enough to keep the knot I am viewing when switching orientation.

Two UI changes I would like to see are 1) keep the currently selected knot highlighted in the left hand column as one scans through the panels; and 2) use some of the large amount of wasted real estate to show a thumbnail of the finished knot as it is shown in the last panel.  When I am perusing knots I may know what I want based upon its function and appearance but not (no pun intended) know its name.  Having a thumbnail shown would speed up the search.

### 3/5 — Idiomas

*2015-02-09, version 1.4*

Por qué no en español?

### 4/5 — Knot Basics, needs updating

*2014-06-29, version 1.4*

The instructions are easy to follow, unlike many books. This is a very handy guide for those who want to learn the basics.

On the downside, there is very little information on the use of the knots. It has a search function, but with so little information, searching for a knot for a particular application can be frustrating if you don't already know which knot you need or what the knots are used for.

Also, there are no alternatives or variations shown. For example, the taughtline hitch is commonly used with a bight drawn through on the last step, creating a "quick release." Someone new to the knot would probably like to know that...

Also, the app has not had any updates or new knots for more than two years now.

### 2/5 — Pictures too small

*2013-11-30, version 1.4*

Have the iPhone app and wanted to have this on my iPad too. Figured since it said HD it would be better scaled but the pictures are still small so basically you pay $2.99 for a background image of some boards. Take my three bucks and actually do some upgrading on this please!  Five stars waiting for you when you do.

### 4/5 — Awesome!

*2013-11-14, version 1.4*

Great App when just about every knot you'll ever need.
Please add the Miller Knot!

### 2/5 — Disappointed with non-HD Pictures

*2013-04-29, version 1.4*

I am disappointed that the HD version doesn't have HD pictures. I have the iPhone app that I use on my iPad and I actually prefer that since I can double the size of the iPhone app on my iPad.  I would give the iPad version 5 stars if I could at least tap on a picture and go full screen with it.

### 4/5 — Nudos

*2013-04-28, version 1.4*

Excelente aplicación para aprender o recordar nudos. Nunca sabes cuando los necesitarás

## Frequently asked questions about Knot Guide HD

### What does the Knot Guide HD app do?

Knot Guide HD is an application designed to teach users how to tie over 100 different types of knots. It provides clear, step-by-step instructions with colorful photographs for each knot, making it easy to learn and remember.

### What are the key features of Knot Guide HD?

The app features a library of 107 unique knots, categorized for easy browsing. Users can search by category or knot name and view clear photographs and detailed descriptions for each knot. It also includes categories like Bends, Hitches, Loops, and Splices.

### How much does Knot Guide HD cost?

Based on the provided information, Knot Guide HD is a paid application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What kind of knots can I learn with this app?

The app offers a wide variety of knots, including practical ones like the Bowline, Clove Hitch, and Figure Eight Knot, as well as specialized knots for fishing, climbing, sailing, and decorative purposes. It covers 19 different categories of knots.

### Who would benefit from using Knot Guide HD?

This app is ideal for DIY enthusiasts, campers, hikers, sailors, fishermen, scouts, and anyone who needs to learn or reference how to tie knots for practical applications. It's also useful for those who want to impress others with their knot-tying skills.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2024-05-29

-improved knot load times

### 3.0 — 2021-03-17

Thank you to our loyal fans for the suggested new knots! 
Enjoy the Fender Knot and Halyard Hitch

### 2.0 — 2020-03-03

-Fixed issue with some text not being visible in dark mode. 
-Added various knots.
-iOS 13 support

### 1.4 — 2012-05-08

Added 4 new knots and a Navy SEAL knots category. 
4 new knots include: Barrel Hitch, Water Knot, Right Angle Knot and Poacher's Knot

### 1.3 — 2011-08-08

-added 2 new knots: Ashley Bend, Orvis Knot
-correction to the Simple Simon Under Bend

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