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Picture Insect: Bug Identifier

Picture Insect: Bug Identifier

Spider & Pest Identification

43K ratings
876 reviews
#26 in top-grossing Education
📚 Education
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Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 14, 2019
  • January 15, 2026

Features

Developer

Next Vision Limited
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About

Instantly identify thousands of insect species using AI by simply taking a photo. Access a comprehensive encyclopedia of insects, learn about hazardous bites, and get pest control tips. Record your findings and share them with a community of enthusiasts.

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

Summarized from real user reviews of Picture Insect. Based on 43K reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 🚀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

Negative things

  • 🐛Inconsistent accuracy
  • ℹ️Lacking detailed information on some insects
  • 💰Subscription required for full features
  • 🤔Unclear subscription process
  • 🔍Struggles with certain photos/backgrounds
  • 🗺️Biased towards North American species
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What's New in Picture Insect

2.21.1

January 15, 2026

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

Subscription plans

Picture Insect Premium

4000+ species - Unlimited IDs, toxicity ID

$39.991 Year
7 Days trial
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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 26+1

Education

This app rose +1 position in Education chart.

Last updated on August 10, 2026.

Top Free

📉 109-4

Education

This app dropped -4 positions in Education chart.

Last updated on August 10, 2026.

Events

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Common House Spiders

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User reviews

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Great for bug kids

My oldest loves bugs, so this is great! I do wish all the features were available but I get it. Keep up the great work!
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Could be better for education

I love all the apps and have them on my phone to use with my students, but do you have an education discount for full access? 4 apps, each with full price fees…can you do anything for us teachers? Thanks.
HI808dufferHI808duffer

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About 1 out of every 6 insects identified are incorrect in your first try to identify. Eventually after refusing your first findings, you’ll get it right.
EdsleEdsle

Cockroach egg parasitoid wasp

Great, comprehensive information.
Lisbeth2Lisbeth2

Great app

This app is must if you have kids and want to know how dangerous the bug are around your kids
Calavera956Calavera956
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Subscription issues (unable to cancel, unexpected charges)

Bug

App crashes or freezes on some devices

Bug

Inaccurate identifications for certain insects

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add option to report incorrect identifications

Feature

Provide more detailed information on insects (toxicity, behavior, etc.)

Feature

Improve camera integration and photo quality requirements

Feature

Implement regional/location-based identification

Feature

Allow users to contribute/add new insect data

Feature

FAQ

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.