Knot IQ Downloads & RevenueKnot IQ: 3D Knot Tying · App Store & Google Play
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying gets 100+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying by The Bear Essentials Co. LTD is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying update history & changes
Last change · 53 events since 11 Mar 2025Full timeline ↓Full timeline · 53 events
- ✏️Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying added 10 languagesiOS+ DE + ES + FR + IT + JA + PL + PT + RU + SV + ZH
- ✏️Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying: app got smalleriOS921 MB → 704 MB (-24%)
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Reference · CN
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new countryiOSChina
- ✏️Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying: description updatediOS· JP
- ✏️Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying: renamediOSKnot IQ: 3D Knot Tying → Knot IQ: 3D で学ぶ結び方 · JP
- 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying updated to version 4.1.0iOS5 new knots added
• Turk’s Head Woggle
• Boom Hitch
• Figure-Nine Loop
• Pole Hitch
• King Sling Knot
New languages
• Japanese and Simplified Chinese.
Interactive tarp scene
• Tap the marked points to explore a tarp setup, the Bear Essentials way.
Rope Types guide
• Illustrated rope types with properties, benefits, drawbacks and common uses.
Your own knot notes
• Save personal notes with each knot.
• Choose whether to include your saved KNOTIQ note when sharing.
Advantages and disadvantages
• Explore the benefits and drawbacks in each knot’s information.
Improvements and fixes
• Clearer knot thumbnails.
• Keep your place when changing languages.
• More reliable offline information and loading recovery.
• Recover saved notes from a backup when available.
• Continue unfinished Download All batches after an interruption.… more - 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying updated to version 4.1.0Android* 5 new knots: Turk’s Head Woggle, Boom Hitch, Figure-Nine Loop, Pole Hitch, King Sling Knot.
* Japanese and Simplified Chinese.
* Interactive tarp scene, illustrated Rope Types guide and personal knot notes.
* Knot advantages/disadvantages and clearer thumbnails.
* Fixes: keeping your place when changing languages, offline information/loading and saved-note backup recovery when available.
* Continue unfinished Download All batches after an interruption.… more - 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying hit #1iOSTop Paid · Reference · AE
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10iOSTop Paid · Reference · JP
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · All Apps · AE
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new countryiOSSpain
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Paid · All Apps · SA · Top Paid · All Apps · TR
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · All Apps · PH
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10AndroidTop Paid · Books & Reference · NL
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new countryiOSPhilippines
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Paid · Books & Reference · MX · Top Paid · Books & Reference · TH
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #36AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #53iOSTop Paid · All Apps · SE
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100 in 2 chartsiOSTop Paid · All Apps · GB · Top Paid · All Apps · SE
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new countryiOSPoland
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Paid · Books & Reference · TR · Top Paid · Books & Reference · VN
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new country in 5 chartsAndroidMexico · Netherlands · Thailand · Turkey · +1 more
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying charting in a new countryiOSTaiwan
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #45AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #55iOSTop Paid · All Apps · CA
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #51AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying hit #1iOSTop Paid · Reference · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #56iOSTop Paid · All Apps · CA
- ✏️Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying: app got biggeriOS726 MB → 921 MB (+27%)
- 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying updated to version 4.0.0iOS6 novos nós adicionados
• Becket Hitch (double)
• Overhand Knot (triple)
• Round Turn and Buntline Hitch
• Slippery Hitch
• Overhand Loop
• Bow Tie Knot
Configurações renovadas
• Cores de cordas personalizadas
• Áreas de toque maiores
• Explicações claras e pop-ups focados
Acompanhe o que você aprendeu
• Marque os nós aprendidos e ordene por Aprendidos quando quiser.
Animações mais suaves
• Desloque os nós 3D ampliados com dois dedos.
• Espelhe um nó sem alterar a definição para canhotos.
• Partilhe a animação de um nó como GIF.… more - 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying hit #1iOSTop Paid · Reference · AU
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10iOSTop Paid · Reference · FR
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · All Apps · AU
- 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying updated to version 4.0.0Android* 6 new knots added: Becket Hitch (double), Overhand Knot (triple), Round Turn and Buntline Hitch, Slippery Hitch, Overhand Loop, Bow Tie Knot.
* Revamped settings: custom colours for downloaded 3D knots, larger touch areas and clear help.
* Mark learned knots and sort by Learned.
* Pan and mirror individual knots. Share tying animations as GIFs.… more - 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10iOSTop Paid · Reference · KR
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #68AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10iOSTop Paid · Reference · IN
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #69AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #72AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · All Apps · NL
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #77AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying hit #1iOSTop Paid · Reference · GB
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying entered the top 10 in 3 chartsiOSTop Paid · Reference · AU · Top Paid · Reference · DE · Top Paid · Reference · SA
- 🆕Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidSaudi Arabia
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #169AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · ID
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #78AndroidTop Paid · All Apps · US
- 🆕Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying first spotted by AppInsideriOS#12 in Top Paid · Reference · Australia
- 📈Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying new best rank in the overall chart: #67iOSTop Paid · All Apps · CA
- 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying version 3.9.1Android* 8 new knots: Bowline (End Bound Single), Simple Simon (Symmetrical), Double Simple Simon (Over & Under), Swing Hitch, Versatackle, Radium Release Hitch, Becket Hitch.
* Added Russian language support.
* Added ABOK and exact-match search.
* Added cross-language English name search.
* Fixed 3D download refresh issues.
* Fixed category swiping issues.
* Fixed Samsung tablet layouts.
* Fixed localized search issues.
* Improved performance, stability, and UI.
* Fixed Broken 3D rendering… more - 📦Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying version 3.9.0iOSNo release notes
- 🆕Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Reference PaidKnot IQ: 3D Knot Tying at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Knot IQ is a premium reference app featuring interactive 3D models and guided recommendations for over 300 knots, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and beginners seeking offline learning. Released in March 2025, the app has achieved strong traction in paid Reference charts across Australia, Canada, and the US, indicating rapid adoption of its interactive 3D utility model.
Similar apps: Knots 3D, Animated Knots, The Complete Book of Knots
App Store
App details
Google Play
App details
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 100+ | 10k+ |
| Google Play | 10+ | 10k+ Measured |
| Total | 100+ Confidence | 10k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend before Apple and Google take their fee.
| Store | Per day | Per month | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | |||
| Google Play | |||
| Total | Confidence | 100% |
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #5 Reference Paid | 11 of 30 countries | – | – |
| Google Play | #5 Books & Reference Paid | 10 of 23 countries | – | #196 |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.8 ★ | 261 |
| Google Play | 4.8 ★ | 596 201 written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.8 ★ weighted by ratings | 857 |
What users say about Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
From the 54 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users highly value the app's comprehensive 3D knot tutorials and offline capabilities, often citing it as superior to YouTube or books. While many praise the developer's responsiveness to bugs, several reviews note past issues with freezing and glitches that have largely been resolved in recent updates.
Mostly positive (94% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use.
What people like
- Useful: “Really helpful and well thought out”
- Ease of use: “Thank you for a clean, intuitive and practical app!”
- Features & content: “I like knots IQ more for a variety of reasons”
- Connection & sync: “Plus completely offline makes it field usable”
About Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
Built by The Bear Essentials, Knot IQ is a practical knot-tying guide with 300+ knots for fishing, camping, climbing, boating, bushcraft, rescue, arborist work, scouting, and everyday rope work. Download the enhanced 3D knots you need and keep learning offline.
CHOOSE WITH KNOTFINDER
Start with the job, not the knot’s name. Answer a few quick questions about what you are doing. KnotFINDER narrows the choices, explains why each recommendation fits, and helps you compare your options.
CONTROL EVERY STEP IN TRUE 3D
Rotate the knot freely, zoom in, scrub through every step, reverse the sequence, pause, and change the playback speed. Adjust the rope colours for better visibility or switch to left-handed mode.
LEARN WHERE AND WHY A KNOT WORKS
Go beyond memorizing an animation. Review practical uses, strengths, trade-offs, and related knots. Interactive scenes show where knots belong in real situations: tap a task to see what to tie and where.
300+ KNOTS, ORGANIZED YOUR WAY
Search by name, browse by activity or knot type, filter your library, save favourites, and build custom lists. Use the Downloaded filter to find the 3D knots you have saved for offline learning.
Explore fishing and fly-fishing knots; camping and bushcraft knots; climbing, rescue, and firefighting knots; boating, sailing, and marine knots; arborist, hoisting, and rigging knots; scouting knots and lashings; plus necktie knots, shoelaces, household, utility, decorative, and specialty ropework.
Learn essentials such as the Bowline, Clove Hitch, Figure Eight, Sheet Bend, Taut-Line Hitch, Trucker’s Hitch, Prusik, and Munter Hitch—plus hundreds of specialized bends, bindings, friction hitches, lashings, loops, splices, stopper knots, and quick-release knots.
KEY FEATURES
• 300+ knots and growing
• True interactive 3D knot models
• Rotate, zoom, scrub, reverse, pause, and change speed
• Guided KnotFINDER recommendations with explanations
• Offline access to downloaded 3D knot resources
• Interactive scenes and practical use guidance
• Rope-colour controls and left-handed mode
• Favourites, custom lists, search, filters, and related knots
• Expert guides and video tutorials from The Bear Essentials
• One-time purchase with no ads or subscriptions
• No data collected
• Apple Family Sharing
Made for beginners and experienced knot tyers alike. Learn. Craft. Explore.
Safety note: Knot IQ is an educational reference. For climbing, rescue, arborist, marine, and other safety-critical uses, follow qualified instruction, inspect your equipment, and use the procedures required for your activity.
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying App Store
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying gets 100+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying is #7 in Reference Paid in United States and charting in 11 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
24 Sep 2026 Reference PaidKnot IQ: 3D Knot Tying at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Knot IQ is a premium reference app featuring interactive 3D models and guided recommendations for over 300 knots, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and beginners seeking offline learning. Released in March 2025, the app has achieved strong traction in paid Reference charts across Australia, Canada, and the US, indicating rapid adoption of its interactive 3D utility model.
Similar apps: Knots 3D, Animated Knots, The Complete Book of Knots
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying on the App Store
App details
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | ReferencePaid | #7 |
| Australia | ReferencePaid | #5 |
 Germany | ReferencePaid | #14 |
 United Kingdom | ReferencePaid | #23 |
 China | ReferencePaid | #69 |
 France | ReferencePaid | #30 |
 Canada | ReferencePaid | #32 |
| Canada | All AppsPaid | #118 |
| Australia | All AppsPaid | #129 |
| France | All AppsPaid | #193 |
 India | ReferencePaid | #97 |
 South Korea | ReferencePaid | #189 |
 Saudi Arabia | ReferencePaid | #125 |
 United Arab Emirates | ReferencePaid | #93 |
Apps near Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying on the chart
Reference Paid, around #7.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
From the 54 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users highly value the app's comprehensive 3D knot tutorials and offline capabilities, often citing it as superior to YouTube or books. While many praise the developer's responsiveness to bugs, several reviews note past issues with freezing and glitches that have largely been resolved in recent updates.
Mostly positive (94% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use.
What people like
- Useful: “Really helpful and well thought out”
- Ease of use: “Thank you for a clean, intuitive and practical app!”
- Features & content: “I like knots IQ more for a variety of reasons”
- Connection & sync: “Plus completely offline makes it field usable”
About Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
Built by The Bear Essentials, Knot IQ is a practical knot-tying guide with 300+ knots for fishing, camping, climbing, boating, bushcraft, rescue, arborist work, scouting, and everyday rope work. Download the enhanced 3D knots you need and keep learning offline.
CHOOSE WITH KNOTFINDER
Start with the job, not the knot’s name. Answer a few quick questions about what you are doing. KnotFINDER narrows the choices, explains why each recommendation fits, and helps you compare your options.
CONTROL EVERY STEP IN TRUE 3D
Rotate the knot freely, zoom in, scrub through every step, reverse the sequence, pause, and change the playback speed. Adjust the rope colours for better visibility or switch to left-handed mode.
LEARN WHERE AND WHY A KNOT WORKS
Go beyond memorizing an animation. Review practical uses, strengths, trade-offs, and related knots. Interactive scenes show where knots belong in real situations: tap a task to see what to tie and where.
300+ KNOTS, ORGANIZED YOUR WAY
Search by name, browse by activity or knot type, filter your library, save favourites, and build custom lists. Use the Downloaded filter to find the 3D knots you have saved for offline learning.
Explore fishing and fly-fishing knots; camping and bushcraft knots; climbing, rescue, and firefighting knots; boating, sailing, and marine knots; arborist, hoisting, and rigging knots; scouting knots and lashings; plus necktie knots, shoelaces, household, utility, decorative, and specialty ropework.
Learn essentials such as the Bowline, Clove Hitch, Figure Eight, Sheet Bend, Taut-Line Hitch, Trucker’s Hitch, Prusik, and Munter Hitch—plus hundreds of specialized bends, bindings, friction hitches, lashings, loops, splices, stopper knots, and quick-release knots.
KEY FEATURES
• 300+ knots and growing
• True interactive 3D knot models
• Rotate, zoom, scrub, reverse, pause, and change speed
• Guided KnotFINDER recommendations with explanations
• Offline access to downloaded 3D knot resources
• Interactive scenes and practical use guidance
• Rope-colour controls and left-handed mode
• Favourites, custom lists, search, filters, and related knots
• Expert guides and video tutorials from The Bear Essentials
• One-time purchase with no ads or subscriptions
• No data collected
• Apple Family Sharing
Made for beginners and experienced knot tyers alike. Learn. Craft. Explore.
Safety note: Knot IQ is an educational reference. For climbing, rescue, arborist, marine, and other safety-critical uses, follow qualified instruction, inspect your equipment, and use the procedures required for your activity.
Latest updates
Store changes
What Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying changed on its store page: name, icon, screenshots, price, size, languages, requirements.
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying Android
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying gets 100+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying is #5 in Books & Reference Paid on Google Play in United States and charting in 10 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Books & Reference PaidKnot IQ: 3D Knot Tying at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A paid interactive reference app featuring over 300 knots with true 3D visualization and guided selection tools, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and hobbyists in fishing, climbing, sailing, and bushcraft. The app is currently ranking #5 in US Books & Reference Paid charts, demonstrating strong traction in a niche utility category shortly after its March 2025 release.
Similar apps: Knots 3D, Animated Knots, Field Manual
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying on Google Play
App details
Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Books & ReferencePaid | #5 |
| United States | All AppsPaid | #93 |
| India | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
 Mexico | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
 Indonesia | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
| Saudi Arabia | Books & ReferencePaid | #9 |
| United States | Books & ReferenceGrossing | #196 |
 Turkey | Books & ReferencePaid | #7 |
 Netherlands | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
| United Arab Emirates | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
 Thailand | Books & ReferencePaid | #8 |
 Vietnam | Books & ReferencePaid | #9 |
Apps near Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying on the chart
Books & Reference Paid, around #5.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
From the 114 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Users highly praise the app's intuitive 3D animations, offline functionality, and extensive knot library for practical reference. The one-time payment model and responsive developer support are frequently cited as major advantages over competitors.
Mostly positive (99% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and its features and content.
What people like
- Useful: “It is so interactive and helpful”
- Features & content: “Thank you for the new rope color options!!”
- Ease of use: “very convenient & easy to use”
- Price & subscription: “It is value for money paid”
About Knot IQ: 3D Knot Tying
Knot IQ is the official knot-tying guide from The Bear Essentials. It combines true interactive 3D, guided knot selection with KnotFINDER, and offline access in one practical reference.
Find the right knot with KnotFINDER
Not sure what to tie? Start with the job instead of a knot name. Answer a few quick questions about your situation. KnotFINDER narrows the choices, explains why each recommendation fits, and helps you compare suitable knots.
Control every step in true interactive 3D
Do more than watch a fixed animation. Rotate the knot freely, zoom in, scrub through each step, reverse the sequence, pause, and adjust the playback speed. Change the rope colours for better visibility or switch to left-handed mode.
Learn where and why a knot works
Review practical uses, strengths, trade-offs, and related knots. Interactive scenes connect knot knowledge to real jobs: tap a task to see what to tie and where it belongs.
Learn offline
Download the enhanced 3D knot resources you want, then keep learning away from an internet connection. Use the Downloaded filter and 3D Download Manager to keep your offline library organized.
Build your own knot library
Save favourites, create custom lists, reorder your knots, and keep your go-to techniques easy to find. Search by name, browse by activity or type, or use filters to narrow the complete library.
Knot categories and uses
Explore:
• Fishing and fly-fishing knots
• Camping, hiking, bushcraft, and survival knots
• Climbing, rescue, and firefighting knots
• Boating, sailing, and marine knots
• Arborist, hoisting, rigging, and utility knots
• Scouting knots, lashings, and splices
• Necktie knots, shoelaces, household, decorative, and specialty ropework
Learn essentials such as the Bowline, Clove Hitch, Figure Eight, Sheet Bend, Taut-Line Hitch, Trucker’s Hitch, Prusik, and Munter Hitch—plus hundreds of specialized bends, bindings, friction hitches, lashings, loops, splices, stopper knots, and quick-release knots.
Knot IQ features
• 300+ knots and growing
• True interactive 3D knot models
• Guided KnotFINDER recommendations and explanations
• Offline access to downloaded 3D content
• Interactive scenes and practical use guidance
• Rope-colour controls and left-handed mode
• Favourites, custom lists, search, filters, and related knots
• Expert Bear Essentials guides and video tutorials
• One-time purchase with no ads or subscriptions
• No data collected
Made for beginners and experienced knot tyers alike. Learn the knots you need for the outdoors, work, emergencies, and everyday life—then keep them ready when you need them.
Learn. Craft. Explore.
Safety note: Knot IQ is an educational reference. For climbing, rescue, arborist, marine, and other safety-critical uses, follow qualified instruction, inspect your equipment, and use the procedures
What's new in 4.1.0
* Japanese and Simplified Chinese.
* Interactive tarp scene, illustrated Rope Types guide and personal knot notes.
* Knot advantages/disadvantages and clearer thumbnails.
* Fixes: keeping your place when changing languages, offline information/loading and saved-note backup recovery when available.
* Continue unfinished Download All batches after an interruption.
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