Animated Knots by Grog app for iPhone and iPad
4.0 (
2880 ratings )
Sports
Reference
Education
Developer:
Grog LLC
4.99 USD
Current version:
9.0, last update: 4 years ago
First release : 24 Jun 2010
App size: 42.84 Mb
Learn to tie knots (195+ knots) the fun and easy way from the creators of the webs #1 knot tying site. Animated Knots by Grog is simply the best, most comprehensive teaching & reference app for climbers, boaters, sailors, fishermen, scouts, arborists, search & rescue, surgeons and medical students, paracord enthusiasts & hobbyists.
Over 195 Animated Knots tied step-by-step using rope, paracord or other material are organized by ACTIVITY CATEGORY & TYPE:
ACTIVITY CATEGORY - Arborist Knots (28), Boating & Sailing Knots (32), Climbing Knots (22), Fishing Knots (31), Decorative Knots (24), Household knots (24), Decorative knots (24), Horse & Farm knots (21), Scouting knots (31), Search and Rescue knots (22), Neckties (5) knots & Surgical ligatures (11).
TYPE - Basic knots (8), Bends (14), End loops (22), Hitches (35), Mats (4), Mid loops (11), Quick Release (10), Slide & Grip (13), Splices (15) & Stopper knots (10).
Watch knots tie themselves in simple step-by-step image animations, or click frame-by-frame (at your own speed) as you learn to tie each knot - using the NORMAL or MIRROR orientation (great for left-handers). When viewing a knot, simply tap INFO (top right) to get detailed descriptions about each knots correct use, advantages & disadvantages, safety considerations, similar knots, alternatives, and other information.
SEARCH for knots, view the complete knot list & save your FAVORITES for quick access.
Better to know a knot and not need it, than need a knot and not know it.
Excerpts from previous version reviews:
"The Coolest Ever! Easy to understand and use, very informative with clear instructions on how to makes hundreds of knots step by step, divided by categories for easy navigation, truly inspiring and beautiful knots..."
"I would pay twice the amount for this app. I would give it ten stars if I could."
Pros and cons of Animated Knots by Grog app for iPhone and iPad
Animated Knots by Grog app good for
This app is really cool and easy to use. It gives you a picture by picture, step by step directions on how do it. At first the pictures come quickly so that you can watch the knot evolve. Then you can go at your own pace, frame by frame with the written directions under the picture.
There are different categories with many knots in each. Its amazing what you can do with a piece of rope. Great for kids on the way to the lake and gives them something to do when you get there.
Well worth the price of admission. The creators of this app really did their homework.
Would have given the app a five but 2 things are wrong. 1. I found that the tying of the not was too quick to watch and should have moved slower. 2nd, there is no description as to what the knot is used for or why, and this would have been nice information to know. Especially when trying to choose a knot. Otherwise a very nice application
Ability to visually follow clear, distraction-free, and sequenced photos of the knots being tied as well as synchronized textual descriptions is a real help. I like the fact you can replay the photo sequences at your own pace. This app also provides very useful background information each knot, including how/why it is used, advantages/disadvantages. Extensive list of knots that may be categorized by use, makes finding suitable knot a breeze. $5 may sound a little steep, but I think that this app is worth it. Ive got a few knot-tying instructional books on my shelves now that are simply gathering dust!
Excellent app. Would have been 5 stars if there had been more knots tho. Covers all the basics very well.
I cant believe anyone would complain about paying $5 for all the work that went into this great app. Not only does it teach you in an incredibly clear way how to tie tons of useful knots, but also outlines their uses and pitfalls. This app and a piece of rope is a great evenings entertainment. Worth every penny and more!
Got the knot I needed initially through their website and it is very well explained. I decided it is worth to have them all on me at all times. It would be nice if knot description and usage got added on an future update
Some bad moments
For the price its not worth it. It definitely tells you how to tie the knots but doesnt give any background to the knots or what they are used for. If it was updated with this info it would be excellent.
That says it all - loser app compared to all others that dont slyly "rope" you in to pay more :(((
osx 10.9.5 iTunes 12 0 12 6
can’t animate this app..Just screen shots. It is downloaded. Did i miss something? Otherwise it is not very useful.
