Knot IQ - The Bear Essentials

The Bear Essentials Outdoors Co. LTD.

About this app

**This is the EARLY SUPPORTERS LAUNCH!**
You get a LIFETIME ACCESS Pass (which helps support the next updates)
Please note, we are in the early testing stages of this app!
We'll have 250+ Knots as of right now, and growing every day!

3D & OFFLINE Knot Tying Guide - The Official Bear Essentials Knot Tying App!
Completely offline, so you reference how to tie knots in the field or while out camping.

Designed for all skill levels, from beginners tying their first knot to experts seeking advanced techniques, Knot IQ makes learning easy, engaging, and practical. With step-by-step 3D animations, detailed knot comparisons, and real-world use cases, you'll gain hands-on skills that matter.

Key Features:

Interactive 3D Animations – See every twist and turn with clear, step-by-step visuals.

Offline Access – Use the app anywhere, even off the grid.
Manual 3D Knot Downloads - Choose if you want to have the regular stop motion or FULL 3D offline.
Comprehensive Knot Library – 250+ knots with expert instructions and real-world applications.
Customizable Knot Lists – Save favourites or create custom lists for easy reference.
Rope Colour Changes - According to your preference.
Left-Handed Mode
Quick Search & Filters – Find the perfect knot for any scenario in seconds.
Pros & Cons Comparisons – Choose the best knot for the job with side-by-side comparisons.
Real-World Use Cases – Learn how to apply knots in camping, climbing, survival, fishing, rescue, and more.

Video Tutorials – Learn from The Bear Essentials expert-led guides with real-world demonstrations.

Who Is This App For?
Campers & Hikers – Secure tarps, set up shelters, and master outdoor survival knots.
Climbers & Rescue Teams – Learn essential knots for safety and efficiency.
Anglers & Boaters – Tie strong, reliable fishing and marine knots.
Scouts & Bushcrafters – Hone your skills with knots for firecraft, shelter building, and survival.
DIYers & Everyday Users – Fix things, secure loads, and apply knots in daily life.

What Categories and Types are included:

Categories:
Climbing Knots
Bushcraft Knots
Camping Knots
Fishing Knots
Fly Fishing Knots
Boating/Marine Knots
Firefighting Knots
Arborist Knots
Hoisting Knots
Scouts Knots
Search and Rescue (SAR) Knots
Utility (Everyday Life) Knots
Neck Tie Knots
Shibari Knots


Knot Types:


Anchor/End Loop Knots
Hitches Knots
Bends Knots
Binding Knots
Friction Hitches Knots
Mid-Line Knots Knots
Self-Tightening Knots
Quick Release Knots
Exploding Knots Knots
Tackle Knots Knots
Shake Loose Knots
Multi-Loop Knots
Stopper Knots
Lashings Knots
Rope Shortening Knots
Whipping/Coiling Knots
Other/Specialty Knots
Heaving Line Knots
Decorative Knots

Ratings and reviews

kept a folder for knots on YouTube but rarely use it anymore, though, since taking the plunge and getting 1 of only 2 apps I actually paid $ for. I've followed these guys for years & always been impressed. so I opened myself up to be disappointed. Didn't happen. Engineered so well, only way to upgrade is if he came over n tied it for you! 1 piece of advice is if you're on the fence, don't wait till you're in a pinch to go for it. it's got.. DEPTH & you're gonna want to familiarize yourself w it.

(For first time downloaders, start the app, let it load, then close it out and restart and it will work correctly.) I've never downloaded an app faster in my life, not exaggerating. I've been following you on YouTube for a while but somehow never saw the video where you introduced the app originally. I LOVE your channel, and knots in general, so I had no qualms with throwing 5 bucks at it. This is all I'm gonna be looking through in my spare time lol! Fantastic!

Hard recommend! Absolute 🔥 app. Clean animations, actually useful information, works OFFLINE, downloadable files, custom lists, NO DATA COLLECTION, family sharing enabled by default! I downloaded this app early to give feedback and they actually implemented all of my recommendations, which blew my mind. It's been so long since I've felt any integrity from a company I had forgotten that's how it's supposed to be. You offer a product that does what it says on the tin; I'll buy it. 👍

What’s new

Big update!!

NEW: Italian + Filipino language support

Performance Boost:
- Faster app load + instant language switching
- Faster knot/sprite loading
- Many small fixes

6 New Knots: Canadian Jam Lashing, Sliding Gear Toggle, Precipice Knot, Net Knot #2, JRB Hitch, Simple Neck Tie

IMPORTANT — REDOWNLOAD 3D KNOTS:
We reworked 3D animations on 26 knots. Delete your downloaded 3D files and redownload to see them.