Comparison

Army Knots vs Knot Tying Guide

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

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About

Army Knots

Master essential knots for military training and survival with interactive 3D models and step-by-step instructions. This app provides offline access to a comprehensive knot library, allowing users to track their progress and easily find the knots they need.

Highlights
  • Extensive knot library
  • Rotatable 3D knot models
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Offline access
  • Mastered knots tracking
  • Knot search functionality
Features
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Army Knots is the ultimate knot tying app designed for the modern soldier! Master the essential knots required for Army Ranger and Army Sapper training. Whether you're a military professional, an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone looking to enhance their survival skills, this app has you covered. With Army Knots, you can avoid the dreaded "no-go" due to not knowing the required knots during your evaluations or training exercises. Key Features: - Knot Library: Explore an extensive collection of knots that are crucial for Army Ranger and Army Sapper mountaineering training. From basic bends to complex hitches, we've got you covered! - Rotatable 3D Views: Visualize and study each knot in stunning detail with our interactive 3D models. Rotate and zoom to see the knots from every angle, ensuring you'll never miss a crucial step. - Step-by-Step Instructions: Follow clear and concise, step-by-step instructions that make learning and mastering these knots a breeze. Checkpoints verify you've tied the knot correctly. - Offline Access: Access your knots in remote locations without internet. Army Knots is fully functional offline, so you'll always have the knowledge you need, right at your fingertips. - Mastered Knots and Search Functionality: Mark knots as "Mastered" for easy reference, tracking your progress in knot-tying proficiency. Locate the knot you need swiftly with our efficient search functionality, searching across common names and synonyms. - Regular Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest knot techniques and recommendations from the military community. Our dedicated team is committed to keeping the app current and accurate. - NO PERMISSIONS REQUIRED! Army Knots is the ultimate companion for anyone aiming to elevate their knot-tying abilities. Download now to master the art of knot-tying and stand prepared for any situation requiring indispensable knot expertise. Hooah!

About

Knot Tying Guide

Learn to tie essential knots with this offline reference app. It features a step-by-step walker, hold-strength ratings, and use-case search. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who need a reliable knot guide.

Highlights
  • Offline knot library
  • Step-by-step walker
  • Hold-strength ratings
  • Use-case search
  • Favorites tab
  • Practice log
Features
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Knot is a focused, offline knot tying reference for climbers, sailors, campers, anglers, and scouts. A clean library, a step walker that won't lose your place, and the hold-strength numbers you actually want — all on a single, distraction-free stage. No clutter, no popups, no upsells. KEY FEATURES • Curated library of essential knots: Bowline, Clove Hitch, Sheet Bend, Square Knot, Figure-8, Taut-Line, Fisherman's, Trucker's Hitch, Two Half-Hitches, Prusik, Alpine Butterfly, Slipknot • Step-by-step walker with one clear instruction per screen — no scrolling between moves while your hands are full • Hold-strength rating on every knot so you can pick the right one for the load • Family tags (Loop, Hitch, Bend, Binding, Stopper) and difficulty levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) for fast filtering • Use-case search: type "rescue", "fishing", "tent", or "rappel backup" and jump to the right knot • Favorites tab to keep your everyday knots one tap away • Practice log to mark attempts and track which knots you have actually drilled DESIGNED FOR THE FIELD Whether you are tying off a tarp at midnight, anchoring a top rope, or joining two lines on the water, Knot stays out of the way and walks you through it. PRIVACY No tracking. No accounts. No network calls. Your favorites and practice log live on your device.

Screenshots

Army Knots4 screens
Knot Tying Guide3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Army Knots at 4.8 against Knot Tying Guide's 1.0. Army Knots also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Army Knots holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Army Knots has 1.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Army Knots versus Knot Tying Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArmy KnotsKnot Tying Guide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB0 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNynixLinh Phan Nhat Khanh

Customer experience

Army Knots

All ratings1,116 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.5%

Knot Tying Guide

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Army Knots

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Some users had trouble tightening the knots

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add more knot options
  • Ability to practice tying knots on-screen
  • Provide more background information on each knot

Knot Tying Guide

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Army Knots

No in-app purchases

None

Knot Tying Guide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Army Knots free?
Army Knots is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Knot Tying Guide free?
Knot Tying Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Army Knots or Knot Tying Guide?
Army Knots is rated higher. Army Knots averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Knot Tying Guide averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Army Knots or Knot Tying Guide have ads?
Neither Army Knots nor Knot Tying Guide shows ads.

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