Comparison

Twisted Knots vs Knot Busters 3D

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

Head to head
About

Twisted Knots

Engage in a captivating puzzle adventure where you untangle complex rope configurations within limited moves. Showcase strategic thinking and become a master untangler with mesmerizing visuals and brain-teasing challenges.

Highlights
  • Untangle complex rope configurations
  • Limited moves per level
  • Mesmerizing visuals
  • Intuitive swipe/tap controls
  • Brain-teasing challenges
  • Strategic thinking required
Features
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In "Tangled Knots," players are immersed in a captivating puzzle adventure where they must untangle complex rope configurations within limited moves to free the rope's ends. With mesmerizing visuals, intuitive mechanics, and brain-teasing challenges, the game offers a satisfying quest for players to showcase their strategic thinking and become the master untanglers. The goal of the game is to untangle the knotted ropes and free the rope's ends by manipulating and rearranging the knots with precise moves. Players must strategically plan their actions to achieve this within a set number of moves. Each level presents players with a unique tangled rope puzzle, resembling a complex web of knots, loops, and twists. The rope can be moved in various directions by swiping or tapping on the screen. The challenge lies in figuring out the most efficient moves to untangle the knots and release the trapped ends of the rope. TERMS OF USE https://playense.com/terms-of-service/ PRIVACY POLICY https://playense.com/privacy-policy/

About

Knot Busters 3D

Untangle ropes by strategically dragging and placing them to solve intricate knot puzzles. This addictive game offers over 2000 levels with stunning 3D visuals and ASMR sound effects. Play offline and use boosters to improve your problem-solving skills.

Highlights
  • Drag ropes to untie knots
  • Over 2000 challenging levels
  • Offline play (no Wi-Fi required)
  • Immersive ASMR sound effects
  • Stunning 3D visuals
  • Powerful boosters available
Features
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Welcome to Knot Busters 3D – The Ultimate Rope Puzzle Experience! Drag the ropes to move and place them correctly to untie knots in Knot Busters 3D, an addictive and relaxing rope puzzle game. Challenge your puzzle-solving skills as you twist, spin, and untangle ropes until all the strings on the map are untangled. This is more than just a string game; it's a test of your wits and strategy. Test your brain and kill time with Knot Busters 3D! Use your imagination to untangle each twist, relax, and have fun with this engaging rope game! • Your puzzle-solving journey is an art form in itself! • Over 2000 challenging levels to unlock. • Play anywhere, anytime, no Wi-Fi required! Enjoy the game online or offline without worrying about internet connections. • Immersive ASMR sound effects and stunning 3D visuals for a colorful audiovisual experience. • Knot Busters 3D offers a range of powerful boosters to help you overcome tricky situations, keeping the rope puzzle fresh and exciting. • Improve your problem-solving skills as you untie knotted messes and twisted ropes. Download Knot Busters 3D now and prove to the world that you have what it takes to conquer the unconquerable knots! Can you untie the knot in every level and become the ultimate knot-untying master?

Screenshots

Twisted Knots4 screens
Knot Busters 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knot Busters 3D at 38% against Twisted Knots's 17%. Knot Busters 3D also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). 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. Twisted Knots sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Knot Busters 3D sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Twisted Knots ships an update every 3 weeks, Knot Busters 3D weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Twisted Knots versus Knot Busters 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTwisted KnotsKnot Busters 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (44K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews37.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—44K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size241 MB654 MB
Age rating+1717+
DeveloperPlayenseFUNSEA LIMITED

Customer experience

Twisted Knots

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative75.0%

Knot Busters 3D

All ratings44,143 ratings
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews455 reviews
Positive37.8%
Neutral19.6%
Negative42.6%

Bugs and requests

Twisted Knots

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Knot Busters 3D

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ropes and buttons not responding properly
  • Game freezing and crashing on higher levels
  • Inconsistent or missing save data

Requested features

4 requests
  • Disable timer option for relaxed gameplay
  • More frequent and valuable rewards
  • Ability to save progress and resume levels
  • Improved level design and balancing

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Twisted Knots

Subscriptions1
  • VIP Member$9.997 Days
One-time2
  • Remove Ad$9.99
  • Premium Pack$17.99
20 purchases

Knot Busters 3D

One-time20
  • Weekend_ Deals1$0.99
  • CoinBundle1$1.99
  • Endless_treasure1$2.99
Show 17 more
  • Endless_treasure2$4.99
  • BeginnerBundle$4.99
  • Limitedoffer$4.99
  • Endless_treasure2$5.99
  • CoinBundle2$8.99
  • Endless_treasure3$9.99
  • Weekend_ Deals3$9.99
  • Treasure_hunt_2$9.99
  • Match Pass$9.99
  • NoJLAdsPack$9.99
  • MasterBundle$9.99
  • CoinBundle3$13.99
  • MegaBundle$19.99
  • CoinBundle4$27.99
  • GiantBundle$39.99
  • UltraBundle$79.99
  • LegendaryBundle$99.99

Questions

Is Twisted Knots free?
Twisted Knots is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Knot Busters 3D free?
Knot Busters 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Twisted Knots or Knot Busters 3D have ads?
Both Twisted Knots and Knot Busters 3D show ads.
Which is updated more often, Twisted Knots or Knot Busters 3D?
Twisted Knots ships an update every 3 weeks, and Knot Busters 3D weekly. Most recently, Twisted Knots was updated on October 11, 2026 and Knot Busters 3D on October 29, 2026.

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