Comparison

Knot Guide vs ToothFinder

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Knot Guide

Learn to tie a wide variety of essential knots with this comprehensive guide. It provides step-by-step instructions for over 200 knots, making it a valuable resource for DIY enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and anyone needing to master knot-tying techniques.

Highlights
  • Extensive knot library (202+ knots)
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Suitable for various uses
  • Practical DIY resource
  • Easy to follow
Features
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#1 Knot App on iTunes! Now with 208 knots (and counting)! 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 “Knot Guide is like a patient teacher showing you again and again until you’ve got it.” – 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! Now includes 208 knots (176 unique): Adjustable B, Adjustable Lp, Albright, Alpine Butterfly B, Alpine Butterfly on a Bight, Alpine Coil, Anchor B, Angler's Lp, Arbor, Artilleryman's Lp, Ashley B, Ashley’s Stopper, Bachmann H, Back Splice, Backhanded H, Barrel, Barrel H, Becket B, Bedroll, Bell RInger’s, Better Bow, Bimini Twist, Blake’s H, Blood, Boom H, Bottle Sling H, Bowline, Bowline B, Bowline B (Enhanced), Bowline on a Bight, Braid, Bull H, Buntline H, Butcher’s, Camel H, Canadian Jam, Carrick B, Cat’s Paw, Chain Sinnet, Cleat H (Halyard), Cleat H (OXO method), Cleat H with Round Turn, Clinch, Clove H, Clove H on a Bight, Constrictor, Countryman’s, Cow H, Cow H Lock, Daisy Chain, Davy, Diagonal Lashing, Dipping the Eye, Directional Figure Eight, Distel H, Double Alpine Butterfly Lp, Double Davy, Double Dragon Lp, Double English, Double Figure Eight Lp, Double Fisherman’s, Double Fisherman’s Lp, Double Locking Half H, Double Overhand Stopper, Double Sheet B, Double Surgeon’s Lp, Electrician’s, End-of-Rope Prusik, Eskimo Bowline, EStar Stopper, Evenk H, Eye Splice, Farmer’s Lp, Farrimond Friction H, Fender, Figure Eight, Figure Eight Follow Through, Figure Eight Lp, Figure Nine Lp, Fisherman’s, Fisherman’s B, Flat Overhand B, Flemish Flake, Four-in-Hand, Full Windsor, Gasket Coil, Girth H, Gnat H, Grapevine B, Half H, Halter H, Halyard H, Hammock H, Handcuff, Hanson Lp, Harness B, Harness Lp, Heaving Line, Highwayman’s H, Honda, Hunter’s B, Icicle H (End Method), Icicle H (Lp Method), Improved Clinch, Italian H, Johnson H, Jug Sling, Kelleg H, Killick H, Klemheist H, Knute H, Kreh Lp, Lariat, Lark’s Head, Lighterman’s H, Lumberman’s, Manger H, Marlinspike H, Michoacan Climbing H, Midshipman’s H, Miller’s (1), Miller’s (2), Monkey Fist, Mooring H, Mountaineer’s Coil, Multiple Figure Eight, Munter H, Munter Mule Combo H, Nail, Non-Slip Mono Lp, Orvis, Ossel H (complex), Overhand, Overhand Lp, Oysterman’s Stopper, Palomar, Parcel B, Perfection Lp, Pile H, Pipe H, Plank Sling, Plattsburgh, Poacher’s, Portuguese Bowline, Pratt, Prusik H, Quick H, Rapala, Reef, Reever, Rigger’s B, Right Angle, Ring H, Rolling H, Rolling H Zip Tie, Rosendahl B, Rosendahl Lp, Round Lashing, Round Turn and Two Half H, Running, Running Bowline, Sailor’s Gripping H, Sailor’s H, Sailor’s Whipping, San Diego Jam, Shear Lashing, Sheepshank, Sheet B, Sheet B One Way, Siberian H, Simple Simon Under B, Sledge, Slim Beauty, Slip, Span Lp, Spanish Bowline, Spider H, Square, Square Lashing, Stevedore, Surgeon’s, Swing H, Tarbuck, Tautline H, Timber H, Transom, Tripod Lashing, Trucker’s H (1), Trucker’s H (2), True Lover’s, Tucked Sheet B, Tumble H, Turk’s Head 3L5B, Turle, Turtle, Two Half Hitches, Underwriter’s, Uni, Vice Versa B, Violin, B, Water, Water Bowline, Weaver’s, West Country Whipping, Woodland Zip-tie, Yosemite Bowline, Zeppelin B, Zeppelin Lp 20 Categories: Aviation, Bends, Binding, Climbing, Decorative, Fishing, Hitches (End & Middle), Lashings, Loops (Fixed & Slip), Navy SEAL, Necktie, Rope Care, Sailing, Scout, Shortenings, Splices, Stopper, Whippings, Woodland Zip-tie. Since ancient times, people have relied on knots for sailing, climbing, crafting, and countless everyday tasks. Whether novice or experienced, Knot Guide will assist you!

About

ToothFinder

Features
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Ever found a mysterious shark tooth on the beach and wondered what species it came from? ToothFinder uses AI to identify shark teeth instantly from a photo. IDENTIFY SHARK TEETH Simply take a photo or choose one from your library. Our AI analyzes the tooth's shape, serrations, and size to identify the species — from modern Great Whites to ancient Megalodon fossils. BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Save every identified tooth to your personal collection. Add notes, track rarity, and see your growing catalog of discoveries. SHARK ENCYCLOPEDIA Browse 25+ shark species with detailed profiles including tooth characteristics, geological era, habitat, conservation status, and fun facts. Learn to recognize teeth before you even find them. IDENTIFICATION DETAILS Each result includes species name, scientific name, geological era, estimated tooth size, rarity rating, AI confidence score, and an interesting fun fact. Key Features: - AI-powered shark tooth identification - Camera and photo library support - Personal tooth collection with notes - 25+ species in built-in encyclopedia - Living and extinct species covered - Conservation status information - Beautiful dark ocean-themed design - Works on iPhone and iPad - No account required - All data stored locally on your device Whether you're a fossil hunter, beach collector, marine biology student, or just curious about a tooth you found, ToothFinder is your pocket shark tooth expert.

Screenshots

Knot Guide4 screens
ToothFinder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ToothFinder at Free against Knot Guide's $2.99. ToothFinder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). Knot Guide's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (451 vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

ToothFinder is free to download; Knot Guide costs $2.99 up front. Knot Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ToothFinder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knot Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knot Guide has 451 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Knot Guide versus ToothFinder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnot GuideToothFinder
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (451 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings451 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size298 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWinkpass Creations, Inc.毅 何

Bugs and requests

Knot Guide

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Paywall screen gets stuck
  • Incompatibility with older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add more aviation and climbing knots
  • Provide more details on knot uses and strengths
  • Allow offline access to all content

ToothFinder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Knot Guide

Subscriptions2
  • Knot Patron$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Knot Patron$31.991 Year
None

ToothFinder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Knot Guide free?
Knot Guide costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is ToothFinder free?
ToothFinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Knot Guide or ToothFinder?
Knot Guide is rated higher. Knot Guide averages 4.6 out of 5 from 451 ratings, while ToothFinder averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Knot Guide or ToothFinder have ads?
Neither Knot Guide nor ToothFinder shows ads.

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