Comparison

iPlant with Brigitte Mars vs Knot Guide (Lite)

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

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About

iPlant with Brigitte Mars

Explore North American wild plants with this comprehensive reference guide. Learn about edible, medicinal, and poisonous species, including their etymology, effects, uses, and contraindications. High-resolution photos aid in identification for educational purposes.

Highlights
  • Medicinal plant reference
  • Edible and poisonous plant identification
  • Plant etymology and effects
  • Constituents and contraindications
  • High-resolution color photos
  • Educational resource
Features
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iPlant with Brigitte Mars is a wild plant medicinal reference that delivers accurate, dependable information on North American edible, medicinal, and poisonous plants. Author, professor, and plant expert Brigitte Mars shares detailed information on plant etymology, physiological effects, medicinal and edible uses, constituents, and contraindications. iPlant is also designed to aid wild plant identification with high-resolution color photos from photographers such as the renowned Martin Wall. Wild plants are both beautiful and useful. Use this wild plant medicinal reference to begin your journey towards understanding and self-sufficiency. Please note this reference is intended for educational purposes only. Plants can be powerful, so please be responsible and consult your doctor or registered herbologist before using any wild plant. Never use a plant or herb that hasn't been identified by a trained expert. Please share the Earth and harvest responsibly.

About

Knot Guide (Lite)

Learn to tie a wide variety of essential knots with this comprehensive guide. It offers detailed instructions and visual aids for over 200 different knots, suitable for various practical applications.

Highlights
  • Over 200 knots included
  • Detailed instructions
  • Visual aids for learning
  • Essential knots for various uses
  • Practical knot-tying guide
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. 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!

Screenshots

iPlant with Brigitte Mars4 screens
Knot Guide (Lite)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iPlant with Brigitte Mars at none against Knot Guide (Lite)'s shown. iPlant with Brigitte Mars also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (63% vs 49%). Knot Guide (Lite)'s advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (363 vs 15). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Both are free to download. iPlant with Brigitte Mars sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Knot Guide (Lite) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iPlant with Brigitte Mars holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knot Guide (Lite) has 363 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of iPlant with Brigitte Mars's written reviews are positive against 49% of Knot Guide (Lite)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPlant with Brigitte Mars ships an update every 6 months, Knot Guide (Lite) monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iPlant with Brigitte Mars versus Knot Guide (Lite): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPlant with Brigitte MarsKnot Guide (Lite)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (15 ratings) — better3.9 (363 ratings)
Positive reviews62.8% of reviews — better49.1% of reviews
Number of ratings15363 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB301 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperLundgren Consulting LLCWinkpass Creations, Inc.

Customer experience

iPlant with Brigitte Mars

All ratings15 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive62.8%
Neutral17.0%
Negative20.2%

Knot Guide (Lite)

All ratings362 ratings
Positive72.1%
Neutral5.8%
Negative22.1%
Written reviews279 reviews
Positive49.1%
Neutral11.1%
Negative39.8%

Bugs and requests

iPlant with Brigitte Mars

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Knot Guide (Lite)

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes when trying to view knots
  • Ads cause the app to freeze
  • Can't navigate between steps due to ads

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free knots available
  • Better categorization of knots
  • Clearer instructions with more steps
  • Ability to save/bookmark favorite knots

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iPlant with Brigitte Mars

One-time1
  • Full Plant Details$1.99
2 purchases

Knot Guide (Lite)

Subscriptions2
  • Knot Patron$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Knot Patron$31.991 Year

Questions

Is iPlant with Brigitte Mars free?
iPlant with Brigitte Mars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Knot Guide (Lite) free?
Knot Guide (Lite) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iPlant with Brigitte Mars or Knot Guide (Lite)?
iPlant with Brigitte Mars is rated higher. iPlant with Brigitte Mars averages 4.2 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Knot Guide (Lite) averages 3.9 from 363 ratings.
Do iPlant with Brigitte Mars or Knot Guide (Lite) have ads?
Knot Guide (Lite) shows ads; iPlant with Brigitte Mars does not.
Which is updated more often, iPlant with Brigitte Mars or Knot Guide (Lite)?
iPlant with Brigitte Mars ships an update every 6 months, and Knot Guide (Lite) monthly. Most recently, iPlant with Brigitte Mars was updated on October 31, 2026 and Knot Guide (Lite) on November 1, 2026.

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