# Reef ID: Fish & Coral ID — Reef Tank Fish and Coral Care

> AI-powered identification and care guide for reef tank fish and coral. (iPhone/iPad app by Colby Maloy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reef-id-fish-and-coral-id/id6746783057 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Colby Maloy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438078477)
- Category: Education, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.80/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-06-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reef-id-fish-and-coral-id/id6746783057/reviews.md

## What is Reef ID?

Discover the Ocean in Your Pocket 
Reef ID is the all in one companion for reef keepers and divers. Point your camera at any fish, coral, or invertebrate and get an instant identification powered by AI, complete with care level, diet, adult size, reef safety, and a clear warning when a species is dangerous to humans.

IDENTIFY ANYTHING Snap a photo or pick one from your gallery. Reef ID returns the best match plus other likely candidates, so you can compare details and confirm the species yourself. Every result includes temperament, tank size requirements, temperature and pH ranges, and a plain language description.

DIVE MODE Built for the water. Dive Mode keeps your screen awake, locks out accidental touches, and lets you capture with the volume buttons, completely hands free. Every capture is saved with its photo, identified in the background, and collected in your dive log to review, retry, save, or share after the dive. Dangerous species are flagged the moment they are identified.

TRACK YOUR TANKS Create a profile for each of your tanks with a photo, type, and volume. Log water tests and water changes in seconds and watch your water quality score respond. Reef ID reminds you when a water change is overdue so your reef stays stable.

BUILD YOUR INVENTORY Add identified species straight to your tank. Search and filter your fish, corals, and invertebrates, review care notes, and export your full livestock list as text when you sell, trade, or rescape.

LEARN THE HOBBY Short practical courses cover reef basics, water parameters, tank cycling, coral care, and fish compatibility, written for beginners with real numbers you can act on. When you have a question the courses do not answer, ask the built in reef expert chat and get a clear, practical reply.

Reef ID Pro unlocks unlimited scans, Dive Mode, the reef expert chat, all courses, add to tank, and inventory export. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Lifetime access is available as a one time purchase.

Dive in and know your reef.


Apple Standard EULA: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- AI-powered fish and coral identification
- Detailed species profiles
- Tank inventory management
- AI chat for care questions
- Track inhabitant health
- Organize aquarium collection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Membership | $44.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reef-id-fish-and-coral-id/id6746783057/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Stopped Working

*2026-08-28*

The app reverted back to requiring payment even though it shows I have until March 2027.  Also all of my data is deleted.  I can’t find any information on support from the developer as the support link takes you to another app.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2026-07-13*

The app just got updated and everything seems to be working now. Dive mode is really handy to see what you’re looking at

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2025-09-15*

Downloaded this and took a photo of a mushroom of some kind, it said it was Duncan then asked for payment to do any further searches 😂 whose going to pay when it can’t get a basics right

### 1/5 — Delist this app

*2025-09-05*

Incorrect ID, tried another and prompted me to buy. Why? App doesn’t prove itself to function yet tries to charge.  Bloatware

### 1/5 — I’m not buying anything I can’t test

*2025-08-23*

Used this one time and failed to identify. Only option after that is to pay for the app. Might be great but I guess I will never know.

**Developer response:** Hey everyone, im updating all of you with the same response - thanks to your reviews, i decided to check myself - it turns out that Google discontinued  the model without warning. So all the requests to the server were FAILING. I am sorry for the inconvenience. You should be able to update to the new version within 24h and have a fully functioning ID system and a newer/better model. I am sorry for the inconvenience this caused, as i am quite annoyed myself as i've obviously lost money and trust from you guys because of this issue. 

Thank you for understanding and I hope you consider retrying your identifications. 
Regards,
Colby - App Developer

### 1/5 — Trash

*2025-08-16*

Just spent $40 for this app and it it can’t identify a single coral in my tank!
How do I get my money back?

**Developer response:** Hey everyone, im updating all of you with the same response - thanks to your reviews, i decided to check myself - it turns out that Google discontinued  the model without warning. So all the requests to the server were FAILING. I am sorry for the inconvenience. You should be able to update to the new version within 24h and have a fully functioning ID system and a newer/better model. I am sorry for the inconvenience this caused, as i am quite annoyed myself as i've obviously lost money and trust from you guys because of this issue. 

Thank you for understanding and I hope you consider retrying your identifications. 
Regards,
Colby - App Developer

### 1/5 — Failed to deliver

*2025-07-28*

Bought the app and out of 5 photos, it failed to identify all 5.  Id have given it 0 stars, but there’s no way to do that… save your $24

**Developer response:** Hey everyone, im updating all of you with the same response - thanks to your reviews, i decided to check myself - it turns out that Google discontinued  the model without warning. So all the requests to the server were FAILING. I am sorry for the inconvenience. You should be able to update to the new version within 24h and have a fully functioning ID system and a newer/better model. I am sorry for the inconvenience this caused, as i am quite annoyed myself as i've obviously lost money and trust from you guys because of this issue. 

Thank you for understanding and I hope you consider retrying your identifications. 
Regards,
Colby - App Developer

### 5/5 — Phenomenal app!

*2025-06-09*

I love this app. It is fast and convenient. Instead of posting in forums and waiting on people to tell you want type of coral you have just take a picture and upload it to the app and it’ll tell you in seconds what it is. It’s truly amazing. And you can have a log of all your identifications which is a game changer in this industry to have all the info you need stored for anytime you need to go back and look at care requirements and everything like that. It’s awesome definitely worth the money!

## Frequently asked questions about Reef ID

### How does Reef ID identify fish and coral?

Reef ID uses cutting-edge AI to instantly identify fish and coral species when you snap a photo. The app then provides accurate results based on its extensive database.

### What kind of information does Reef ID provide about species?

Beyond identification, Reef ID offers detailed species profiles covering lifespan, natural habitat, distribution, behavior, and essential care tips for each marine inhabitant.

### Can I track the health of my aquarium inhabitants with Reef ID?

Yes, Reef ID allows you to track and organize your collection, keeping a personal log of your tank's inhabitants and monitoring their health.

### Does Reef ID have ads?

No, Reef ID does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What is the pricing for Reef ID subscriptions?

Reef ID offers a Pro Weekly subscription for $4.99 and a Pro Yearly subscription for $24.99, providing enhanced features for dedicated users.

### What is the age rating for Reef ID?

Reef ID is suitable for users aged 4 and above, making it accessible for younger enthusiasts interested in marine life.

### How often is Reef ID updated?

The latest version of Reef ID is 1.0.6, and it was last updated on August 28, 2025, indicating active development and support.

### What devices are compatible with Reef ID?

Reef ID is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, ensuring a broad reach for its users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2026-07-13

Welcome to Reef ID!

This release brings everything you need to know your reef:

Instant AI identification of fish, corals, and invertebrates from a photo, with care details and danger warnings
Dive Mode with hands free volume button capture and a dive log to review your finds after the dive
Tank profiles with water test logging, water change tracking, and a live water quality score
A searchable livestock inventory you can export and share
Practical courses on reef basics, water parameters, cycling, coral care, and fish compatibility
A built in reef expert chat for instant answers to your questions

### 1.0.6 — 2025-08-28

fix issue with identifications not working. This was due to Google discontinuing the model without warning.

### 1.0.5 — 2025-07-09

added My Tank - manage and add fish to multiple tanks!

### 1.0.1 — 2025-06-10

added My Tank collection. save your favorite fish or coral

### 1.0 — 2025-06-09

No release notes.

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