Knot Guide (Lite) vs Knots Master Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Over 200 knots included
- Detailed instructions
- Visual aids for learning
- Essential knots for various uses
- Practical knot-tying guide
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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!
Knots Master Pro
Learn to tie over 180 different knots with animated, step-by-step tutorials. Features safety tips, search functionality, and offline access for learning anytime, anywhere.
- 180+ animated knot tutorials
- Step-by-step instructions
- Safety tips for tying
- Search and filtering
- Offline access
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Knots Master:Learn how to tie over 180 knots with our easy-to-follow, animated tutorials. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knotter, Knots Master has something to teach you. Features: Over 180+ animated tutorials, covering a wide range of knots, from the simple overhand knot to the complex bowline. Step-by-step instructions, with clear visuals and easy-to-follow text. Safety tips, to help you tie knots safely and securely. Search and filtering, to find the knot you're looking for quickly and easily. Offline access, so you can learn knots even when you don't have an internet connection. Learn knots from anywhere Knots Master is the perfect way to learn knots from anywhere. With its easy-to-follow tutorials and comprehensive coverage of knot types, Knots Master is the perfect tool for anyone who wants to learn how to tie knots. Download Knots Master today and start learning knots like a pro! About Subscription: Subscription Services: Weekly subscription, Monthly subscription, Annual subscription. Subscription Price: Weekly subscription is $1.8/week, Monthly subscription is $2.9/month, Lifetime is $4.9. Payment: Payment will be deducted from user's iTunes account, upon confirmation of purchase by user. Renewal: iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before expiration, after successful charge, the subscription period will be extended by 1 cycle. Cancellation: To cancel subscription, please operate at least 24 hours before the end of current cycle. Go to [Settings] > [iTunes Store and App Store] > [Apple ID] > [Subscriptions], and cancel subscription. Privacy Policy: https://knots-master.netlify.app/knots/privacy/en/ Terms of Service: https://knots-master.netlify.app/knots/terms/en/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knot Guide (Lite) at 49% against Knots Master Pro's 0%. Knot Guide (Lite) also leads on ratings volume (362 vs 11) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Knots Master Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.2 vs 3.9). 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
Both are free to download. Knot Guide (Lite) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Knots Master Pro sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Knots Master Pro 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 362 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Knot Guide (Lite)'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Knots Master Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Knot Guide (Lite) ships an update monthly, Knots Master Pro every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Knot Guide (Lite) | Knots Master Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (362 ratings) | 4.2 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 49.1% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 362 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 301 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Winkpass Creations, Inc. | HyperMind Ltd. |
Customer experience
Knot Guide (Lite)
Knots Master Pro
Bugs and 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
Knots Master Pro
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Knot Guide (Lite)
- Knot Patron$2.991 Month
- Yearly Knot Patron$31.991 Year
Knots Master Pro
- Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
- Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
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- Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
- Lifetime Access$2.99
- Lifetime Access$4.99
Questions
Is Knot Guide (Lite) free?
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