# Picture Insect: Bug Identifier — Spider & Pest Identification

> AI-powered insect identification, encyclopedia, and pest control advice. (iPhone/iPad app by Next Vision Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-insect-bug-identifier/id1461694973 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Next Vision Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532006906)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 43,782 App Store ratings · 1,295 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 158 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian and 3 more
- Released: 2019-05-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-insect-bug-identifier/id1461694973/reviews.md

## What is Picture Insect?

Picture insect is an easy-to-use insect identifier tool that utilizes AI technology. Simply take a photo of an insect or upload one from your phone gallery, and the app will tell you all about it in a second.

Got bitten by an unknown insect but not sure about its toxicity?  Wonder the name of the moth you got in your mothing activity? Found pests in your home garden and want to find solutions to get rid of them?

Open the Picture Insect app and point your phone camera toward the insect/pest, and you will have your puzzles solved. 

Get the Picture Insect app today and join a community of over 3 million insect enthusiasts worldwide.

Key Features:

Fast and accurate insect ID
- Instantly identify butterflies, moths, and spiders with AI photo recognition technology. Identify 4,000+ species of insect species with incredible accuracy.
 
Rich insect learning resources
- Full encyclopedia of insects which includes names, high-definition images, FAQs, characteristics, and more. High-quality articles on the insect field. Your real insect guidebook.

Insect bites reference
- Learn about hazardous insect bites like spiders, mosquitoes, and ants to get prevention tips. Keep your family safe.

Pest detection & control tips
- Scan the bug to identify whether it's a pest, and get helpful info and detection and control hacks.

Record your observation
- Keep track of identified species in your personal collection and easily share them with your friends.

About Picture Insect Premium:
-Subscription Name: Yearly Premium
-Subscription Duration:1 year(7 days trial)
-Subscription Description: Users will get a 1-year Picture Insect Premium which includes identifying insects without limits, getting answers from entomologists, studying insects with numerous info, and no watermarks or ads.

• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable
• The user may manage the subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase

Terms of Use: https://app-service.pictureinsect.com/static/user_agreement.html
Privacy Policy: https://app-service.pictureinsect.com/static/privacy_policy.html

Contact us:
support@pictureinsect.com

Find out more about Picture Insect at:
https://pictureinsect.com/

## Key features

- AI insect identification
- 4,000+ species recognition
- Insect encyclopedia
- Hazardous bite information
- Pest detection and control
- Observation recording

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Picture Insect Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Month Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Picture Insect Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Picture Insect Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Picture Insect Month Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Picture Insect Quarter Premium | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Picture Insect Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Picture Insect Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Picture Insect Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock an eBook | $9.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #145 in Top Free · Education (US App Store)
- #30 in Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

## What do users think of Picture Insect?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Accurate identification
- 🔍 Helpful information provided
- 📚 Great for learning about insects
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🤖 Useful AI assistant
- 🌍 Covers wide range of species
- 🔍 Provides multiple identification options
- 🕷️ Helps identify dangerous/harmless insects

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy
- ℹ️ Lacking detailed information on some insects
- 💰 Subscription required for full features
- 🤔 Unclear subscription process
- 🔍 Struggles with certain photos/backgrounds
- 🗺️ Biased towards North American species

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, unexpected charges)
- App crashes or freezes on some devices
- Inaccurate identifications for certain insects

**Most requested features**

- Add option to report incorrect identifications
- Provide more detailed information on insects (toxicity, behavior, etc.)
- Improve camera integration and photo quality requirements
- Implement regional/location-based identification
- Allow users to contribute/add new insect data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,295)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-insect-bug-identifier/id1461694973/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Honestly good app

*2026-08-25, version 2.21.1*

Every time I’ve used it it’s been accurate, quick and pretty easy 
With equally quick information on whatever you found

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2026-08-25, version 2.21.1*

This app is great! It shows you what bugs a harmful to not only humans but plants too! It also shows you pictures of insects, animals, and plants that have been taken by other people. Picture Insect can identify plants,animals, and insects which is a quality that a lot of other apps lack, such as Seek by Inaturalist, and many more. Thoroughly impressed by Picture Insect’s performance. Would 100% recommend!

### 5/5 — Picture Insect

*2026-08-24, version 2.21.1*

J’adore cette application !  J’y découvre tellement d’insectes incroyables et intéressants !
Et j’en ai plein d’autres à découvrir !
Merci pour cette magnifique application !

### 5/5 — Great app!!

*2026-08-23, version 2.21.1*

I love this app. It is quite accurate and my nephew and I love playing the “What is that!” bug game:)

### 4/5 — Interdiction de voir les descriptions temps que je ne paie pas

*2026-08-23, version 2.21.1*

Je ne peux pas voir la description des insectes et autres. J’appuie sur un Insecte il disent nocif pour les humains et les animaux mais le reste est flou temps que je ne suis pas abonné à l’application qui demande de l’argent sinon tout est correct donc quatre étoiles et non 5 🫡

### 5/5 — Absolutely amazing

*2026-08-23, version 2.21.1*

I’m a big big lover and this app has been fantastic I love that you’ve took away the limit in the collection and it functions wonderfully I just wish I could organize my collection in trying to get a picture of each big from my state but I’m so far in I’m getting duplicates cus I have to scroll to see if I have it I feel something like a folder system would do wonders

### 4/5 — great app but unfortunate news.

*2026-08-23, version 2.21.1*

i love this app and how it keeps track of all the animals! the issue here tho, is they now have a ai boy doing much of the work, ai is killing all these animals that we are trying to capture and admire, ruins the purpose of the app. i really wish they didn’t add that feature because it’s useless and not good for the environment what so ever. i hope they realize soon what they’re doing to the animals and btw it’s labeled “Insects ”  yet a spider isn’t even an insect , a slug isn’t an insect, a millipede plus centipede isn’t an insect, a pillbug isn’t an insect, and so much more. the correct term would be animal since all of them are classified as an animal. hope the app fixes this issue and removes the stupid ai feature  ..

### 5/5 — So helpful!

*2026-08-23, version 2.21.1*

I use this app all the time to identify the spiders in my world. Especially when we are up in Vermont! Very grateful to have been able to identify a brown recluse. I tend to catch and release the spiders, to move them away from our house. The brown recluse I did not release…

### 5/5 — Very helpful to notify common insects

*2026-08-22, version 2.21.1*

Very helpful to identify common insects

### 5/5 — Very accurate and educational

*2026-08-22, version 2.21.1*

I have used the free version a handful of times throughout the years. Mostly out of curiosity when I see an unknown insect or moth/butterfly. More importantly I was able to identify a termite infestation (not cutter ants as my husband guessed and told me to ignore them.) in my entry door before they  spread further into our home’s structure, saving me thousands of dollars. My son and I enjoy using it in our backyard as the seasons change and new critters arrive that I’m not sure what they are.

## Frequently asked questions about Picture Insect

### What does the Picture Insect app do?

The Picture Insect app uses AI technology to identify insects and pests from photos. It provides detailed information about over 4,000 species, including their names, characteristics, and high-definition images. The app also offers resources on insect bites and pest control tips.

### How accurate is the insect identification?

The app boasts fast and accurate insect identification powered by AI photo recognition technology. It can identify butterflies, moths, and spiders with incredible accuracy, recognizing over 4,000 species.

### Is Picture Insect free to use?

The app offers a free version with core identification features. However, there is a premium subscription available for unlimited identifications, direct answers from entomologists, more detailed insect study resources, and an ad-free experience with no watermarks.

### What kind of information can I find in the insect encyclopedia?

The insect encyclopedia provides a comprehensive collection of information for each identified species. This includes names, high-definition images, frequently asked questions about the insect, its characteristics, and other relevant details, serving as a digital guidebook.

### Can this app help with pest problems?

Yes, the app includes a pest detection feature. You can scan a bug to determine if it is a pest and then access helpful information, detection methods, and control hacks to manage infestations in your home or garden.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.21.1 — 2026-01-15

A few minor bugs have been fixed for smoother user experience.

### 2.21.0 — 2025-10-29

A few minor bugs have been fixed for smoother user experience.

### 2.20.0 — 2025-09-03

A few minor bugs have been fixed for smoother user experience.

### 2.19.0 — 2025-07-28

A few minor bugs have been fixed for smoother user experience.

### 2.18.8 — 2025-05-30

A few minor bugs have been fixed for smoother user experience.

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