# Gemstone: Crystal Identifier — Rock, Stone & Mineral Scanner

> Photo identification app for rocks, crystals, gemstones, and minerals. (iPhone/iPad app by Renaissance Apps LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemstone-crystal-identifier/id6503015150 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Renaissance Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220536592)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Bangla, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France) and 34 more
- Released: 2024-05-23
- Data updated: 2026-10-30
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemstone-crystal-identifier/id6503015150/reviews.md

## What is Gemstone?

Snap a photo. Discover the stone in front of you.

Gemstone turns your camera into a powerful rock, crystal, gemstone, and mineral identifier. Get a likely match in seconds, explore crystal structure, colors, origin, formation, and care, then save every discovery in your own collection.

FREE
• Identify stones every week
• See the match and essential geology facts
• Start your personal stone collection

GEMSTONE PRO
• Unlimited photo identifications
• Save an unlimited collection

From backyard finds and beach stones to crystals and jewelry, Gemstone helps you know what you found and learn the story behind it.

Photo identification can be affected by lighting, treatments, and look-alike stones. For certification or valuation, consult a qualified gemologist.

A subscription is required for some features. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings.

Terms of Use: https://renaissanceapps.com/terms-conditions
Privacy Policy: https://renaissanceapps.com/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Photo identification of stones
- Learn geology facts
- Explore crystal structure and origin
- Save discoveries in a personal collection
- Unlimited identifications with Pro

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gemstone: Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


## Is Gemstone safe?

Gemstone: Crystal Identifier appears mostly safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for Gemstone is 76 out of 100. This assessment is based on 33 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4 out of 5. Of 33 App Store ratings, 69.7% point to a safe experience, 9.1% suggest some concerns, and 21.2% point to a risky experience.

## Is Gemstone legit?

Gemstone: Crystal Identifier appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Gemstone is 90 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemstone-crystal-identifier/id6503015150/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Sucks

*2026-02-21*

Doesn’t work well. Barely uploads any of what I take a picture of.  Stupid.

### 1/5 — Can’t believe I was scammed 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽

*2026-02-09*

When it says free it  should mean free BTW: I can’t even delete it and I hope you get  cancelled, Renaissance Apps!!!!!!!!! >:( Dazzly is better than you!

### 1/5 — Can’t believe I was scammed 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽😡😡😡👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽

*2026-02-05*

When it says free it  should mean free

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-07-04*

Glitches
 all the time

### 1/5 — Gem app

*2024-11-17*

Trying to opp out and I don’t know how. Please can you help.

### 2/5 — Why I gave 2 stars

*2024-06-17*

I like the app I just don’t love it. First it only gave me 4 gems free then I had to get a free trial I’m deleting the app it is not in my satisfaction anymore. I used to love the app I just don’t like how it’s charging me after it gave me 4 gems then a free trial

### 5/5 — perfect app for me!!🥰

*2024-05-26*

Calling all gem lovers! I love this app, it is so cool for this app to easily identify various gems, it is something that I am very passionate about, I am super interested in understanding the details of the various stones I can find or would like more info on. Highly recommend 🤩🤩

## Frequently asked questions about Gemstone

### What is Gemstone?

Gemstone is a mobile application that allows users to identify rocks, crystals, gemstones, and minerals by simply taking a photo. It provides essential geology facts and allows users to build a personal collection of their discoveries.

### How accurate is Gemstone's identification?

Photo identification can be affected by lighting, treatments, and similar-looking stones. For official certification or valuation, it is recommended to consult a qualified gemologist.

### Is Gemstone free to use?

Gemstone offers a free tier that allows for a limited number of stone identifications each week and access to basic geology facts. A subscription is required for unlimited identifications and collection saving.

### What are the subscription options for Gemstone?

Gemstone offers a yearly subscription for $24.99, which includes a 7-day free trial. This subscription unlocks unlimited photo identifications and the ability to save an unlimited collection.

### How do I manage or cancel my Gemstone subscription?

Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings.

### What devices does Gemstone support?

Gemstone is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for Gemstone?

Gemstone has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Gemstone updated?

The latest version of Gemstone is 1.6, and it was last updated on October 28, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and add new features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2026-10-28

Bug fixes and performance updates

### 1.5 — 2026-08-05

A clearer free experience, faster photo processing, simpler reports, a refreshed collection, and a more reliable Pro upgrade.

### 1.4 — 2025-09-10

Accuracy and performance updates.

### 1.3 — 2025-06-22

Accuracy and performance updates.

### 1.2 — 2025-02-28

Accuracy and performance updates.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-10-30.*
