Comparison

Knot Guide (Lite) vs Knots Tying Guide

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

Head to head
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!

About

Knots Tying Guide

Master over 100 essential knots with a 3D animated visual guide. Features step-by-step tutorials for climbing, sailing, fishing, and more. Works offline, providing clear, real-photo demonstrations for perfect knot tying.

Highlights
  • 3D visual learning with animated-style progression
  • Real, professional hand-tied knot photography
  • Extensive knot library for climbing, sailing, fishing, and more
  • Offline functionality
  • Step-by-step tutorials
  • Specialized knot guides for various professions
Features
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Learn rope knots with KnotSmith on iPhone and iPad. KnotSmith is a knot tying app for campers, climbers, sailors, anglers, scouts, rescue trainees, arborists, DIY users, and anyone who needs a faster way to find and practice practical knots. Use it as an offline knot guide when you need to tie a loop, join two ropes, secure a load, rig a line, organize cordage, or review a knot before heading outdoors. If someone asks, "What app can teach me how to tie knots?" or "How can I learn climbing knots, fishing knots, sailing knots, camping knots, and rescue knots on iPhone?" KnotSmith is built for that real search. The app combines real hand-tied step-by-step photos, fast lookup, favorites, and activity-based knot guidance so you can move from a rope problem to a usable knot quickly. WHO KNOTSMITH IS FOR KnotSmith is built for: - Campers and hikers - Climbers and mountaineers - Sailors, boat owners, and paddlers - Anglers learning fishing knots - Scouts, outdoor educators, and bushcraft learners - Rescue, firefighting, and emergency practice - Arborists, farm users, and workshop projects - Anyone who wants an offline knot tying reference WHAT KNOTSMITH DOES Use KnotSmith to: - Learn practical rope knots from real step-by-step photos - Browse knots by type, activity, and use case - Search for common knots by name or purpose - Save favorite knots for quick access - Practice hitches, loops, bends, stoppers, lashings, bindings, and decorative knots - Review activity guides for camping, climbing, sailing, fishing, scouting, rescue, household use, rope care, and more - Keep a knot reference available offline on iPhone and iPad COMMON USE CASES KnotSmith can help when you need to: - Tie a bowline, clove hitch, square knot, sheet bend, trucker's hitch, prusik knot, taut-line hitch, figure-eight knot, or alpine butterfly loop - Secure a tarp, tent line, boat line, load, bundle, or storage coil - Learn knots for camping, hiking, boating, sailing, fishing, climbing, scouting, rescue practice, farm work, and everyday repair - Compare knot families before choosing the right knot for the job - Revisit a saved knot when you are away from a reliable connection WHY PEOPLE SEARCH FOR KNOTSMITH Many users are looking for terms like: - knot tying app - knots guide - how to tie knots - camping knots - climbing knots - fishing knots - sailing knots - rescue knots - rope knots app - offline knot guide - step by step knot tying - 3D knots guide KnotSmith is designed around those real tasks. It is a focused rope knot reference for learning, practicing, and quickly returning to the knots you actually use. KEY FEATURES - Real hand-tied knot photos - Step-by-step visual lessons - Offline access - Fast knot search - Favorites for repeated use - Knot categories by type and activity - Practical guidance for outdoor, marine, fishing, climbing, rescue, household, farm, and craft use - iPhone and iPad support IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE KnotSmith is an educational reference. Always inspect your rope, practice carefully, test knots before relying on them, and use proper professional instruction and equipment for safety-critical activities such as climbing, rescue, load lifting, boating, arborist work, or any situation involving people, animals, or valuable property. Terms of Use: https://knotsmith.app/terms_of_use Privacy Policy: https://knotsmith.app/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Knot Guide (Lite)4 screens
Knots Tying Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Knots Tying Guide at 4.4 against Knot Guide (Lite)'s 3.9. Knots Tying Guide also leads on ads (none vs shown). Knot Guide (Lite)'s advantage is ratings volume (362 vs 98). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Knot Guide (Lite) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Knots Tying Guide sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knots Tying Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 362 and 98 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Knot Guide (Lite)'s written reviews are positive against 54% of Knots Tying Guide's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knot Guide (Lite) ships an update monthly, Knots Tying Guide every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Knot Guide (Lite) versus Knots Tying Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnot Guide (Lite)Knots Tying Guide
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (362 ratings)4.4 (98 ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.1% of reviews53.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings362 — better98
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size301 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWinkpass Creations, Inc.KnotSmith Ltd.

Customer experience

Knot Guide (Lite)

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

Knots Tying Guide

All ratings98 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.2%

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 Tying Guide

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Knot Guide (Lite)

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

Knots Tying Guide

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Week Pro$1.997 Days
  • 1 Month Pro$4.991 Month
  • Knots Tying Guide for 1 Year$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$8.99

Questions

Is Knot Guide (Lite) free?
Knot Guide (Lite) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Knots Tying Guide free?
Knots Tying Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Knot Guide (Lite) or Knots Tying Guide?
Knots Tying Guide is rated higher. Knot Guide (Lite) averages 3.9 out of 5 from 362 ratings, while Knots Tying Guide averages 4.4 from 98 ratings.
Do Knot Guide (Lite) or Knots Tying Guide have ads?
Knot Guide (Lite) shows ads; Knots Tying Guide does not.
Which is updated more often, Knot Guide (Lite) or Knots Tying Guide?
Knot Guide (Lite) ships an update monthly, and Knots Tying Guide every 2 weeks. Most recently, Knot Guide (Lite) was updated on September 24, 2026 and Knots Tying Guide on September 23, 2026.

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