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Knots 3D

Knots 3D

Learn 220+ ties & hitches

12K ratings
594 reviews
#2 in paid Reference
📚 Education
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$5.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 10, 2011
  • June 21, 2026

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Developer

David Boren
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Master over 220 essential knots with detailed 3D animations and offline access. This app is perfect for learning rope work for activities like fishing, climbing, and boating, offering interactive tutorials and customizable organization features.

✓225+ knots in 12+ categories
✓Offline access, no internet required
✓Interactive 3D knot animations
✓Rotate and scrub through knot tying
✓Customizable knot categories
✓Add personal notes and keywords
✓ABOK number cross-reference
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Knots 3D. Based on 12K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 3 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 👍Excellent instructions and animations
  • 🚀Adjustable speed control for learning
  • 🔍Ability to view knots from different angles
  • 📚Comprehensive knot library
  • 💡Detailed information on knot uses and history
  • 🎯Favorites feature for quick access to frequently used knots

Negative things

  • 🐛Favorites list disappearing after updates
  • 💡Desire for more splices and advanced knots
  • 💡Request for step-by-step instructions and ability to pause/rewind animations
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What's New in Knots 3D

11.2.1

June 21, 2026

- Minor adjustments to the search algorithm - Minor animation and translation fixes - Framework update

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Top Paid

📈 2+1

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This app rose +1 position in Reference chart.

Last updated on July 20, 2026.

Top Paid

📉 150-22

Global

This app dropped -22 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on July 20, 2026.

User reviews

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Warning scam price - don’t be fooled

Price says $9.99 but I was charged 3 times this amount! Disgusted
Judes2000Judes2000

Outstanding teaching tool.

With this app anyone can master the knots they will use in their daily lives, their hobbies and their jobs. The clear and colorful animation is easy to understand and follow, and once you learn a knot, practicing will make tying effortless.
LiveOak53LiveOak53

Great!

Handy and well diagrammed.
WindowguruWindowguru

Extremely useful.

I love this app.
GregzillaGregzilla

Valuable Tool for Knot Tying

This app is worth every penny, if you want to learn to tie knots. It’s easy to use absolutely loaded with knots.
mrhuemrhue
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Reported Bugs

1 issue

Favorites list disappearing after updates

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add more splices and advanced knots

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Implement step-by-step instructions and ability to pause/rewind animations

Feature

Add a continuous loop option for the knot animations

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Introduce a game mode or practice feature

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FAQ

What does the Knots 3D app do?

Knots 3D is an application designed to teach users how to tie over 220 different types of knots. It provides detailed 3D animations, allowing users to learn knots for various activities such as fishing, climbing, and boating. The app also offers offline access and interactive features to aid in learning.

What are the key features of Knots 3D?

Key features include a library of over 225 knots across more than a dozen categories, completely offline functionality, interactive 3D animations that can be rotated and scrubbed, the ability to create custom categories, and the option to add personal notes and searchable keywords to knots. It also includes ABOK numbers for cross-referencing.

Is Knots 3D free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. The description indicates that there are no ads and no in-app purchases, suggesting a completely free experience for users to learn and utilize the knot library.

What kind of knots can I learn with this app?

You can learn a wide variety of knots, including essential knots, arborist knots, boating and sailing knots, camping knots, caving knots, climbing knots, decorative knots, diving knots, fishing knots, military knots, pioneering knots, rope care, scouting knots, search and rescue knots, and theatre and film knots. The app also categorizes knots by type, such as bends, binding knots, friction hitches, hitches, lashings, loop knots, quick release, and stopper knots.

Who is the target audience for Knots 3D?

The app is ideal for anyone involved in activities that require knot tying, such as fishermen, climbers, boaters, scouts, and anyone interested in rope work. It caters to both beginners looking to learn basic knots and experienced individuals seeking a comprehensive reference tool.