# Tree Id identify UK trees — British Tree Identification

> Offline field guide for identifying British Isles trees. (iPhone/iPad app by Sunbird Images OHG.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tree-id-identify-uk-trees/id330025326 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sunbird Images OHG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772908503)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 88 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 131 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France)
- Released: 2009-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tree-id-identify-uk-trees/id330025326/reviews.md

## What is Tree Id identify UK trees?

A stunning visual guide to identifying trees of the British Isles.
All native and naturalised species of the British Isles are covered.
No connection to the internet or mobile network is needed.

Great fun to use, identification can be enjoyed by the whole family. 

The original and the best, TreeId is an easy to use but comprehensive field guide to trees found growing in open countryside and natural woodland of the British Isles. The guide has been created by professional published ecologists, accept no cheap imitations!

One of BBC Countryfile's top 10 apps and one of the World Wildlife Fund's top 10 apps. Described as "incredibly useful" by ITV's Seth Conway and "a lovely app" by Adam Vaughan of the Guardian. It was voted No. 5 in the Guardian Green Living top 10 apps and was given the "Best" award by iPhone Apps Plus. Our app is the only tree identification app in the Woodland Trust top apps list.

Have you ever been on a walk in the countryside and wondered "What tree is that?"? TreeId is a great tool to help you quickly and easily identify trees you find in the British countryside. It's great fun to use, too. With TreeId, identification can be enjoyed by the whole family, and can engage children with the natural world around them. For the tree enthusiast, there is comprehensive anatomical and ecological information, with high quality images of the leaf, flower, fruit etc. of every species.

When you have identified a tree, why not take a photo and record it on our map. See how many species you can identify this year!

The app does not need an internet connection, all content is downloaded when the app is purchased.

SUNBIRD IMAGES field guides are the only products on the market that use the KUSAM species identification methodology. This state of the art method is a modern taxonomic keying system designed specifically for use on mobile devices.

## Key features

- Identify native and naturalised trees
- Offline identification (no internet needed)
- Detailed anatomical and ecological information
- High-quality images of leaves, flowers, etc.
- Record identified trees on a map
- User-friendly for all ages

## What do users think of Tree Id identify UK trees?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🌳 Excellent for identifying trees
- 💡 Informative content
- 🚶‍♀️ Handy for walks
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🖼️ Great photos
- 🧠 Encourages learning
- 🗺️ Can mark trees on map
- ✅ Accurate identification
- 📚 Useful reference

**Cons**

- 📉 Outdated interface
- 🌳 Limited tree selection
- 📸 No photo-based ID
- 💰 Overpriced for value
- ❓ Unclear identification process
- 🐌 Slow to identify
- 🗂️ Irrelevant entries (for some)
- 🖼️ Low-resolution interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App doesn't find specific trees (Ginkgo, Liquidambar)
- App is not updated

**Most requested features**

- Add exotics common to gardens
- Better ID of specific malus varieties
- Use phone camera for identification
- Include more about tree shape/branches for winter ID
- Add more common British species
- Make quiz fill whole window
- Allow quiz to mix all categories
- Update the UI
- Include more trees, especially British types
- Add more species, particularly less common ones
- Include Eucalyptus
- Add more pine species
- Expand to include common non-native species
- Improve identification tool precision
- Add more trees to the database
- Expand to include more trees, especially planted ones

## Recent user reviews (10 of 88)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tree-id-identify-uk-trees/id330025326/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Incredibly detailed

*2026-06-08, version 9.0*

Wonderful app, highly recommended for anyone interested iin trees

### 5/5 — Very useful

*2026-06-01, version 9.0*

Used app very successfully for a number of years can recommend.

### 5/5 — Excellent identification

*2025-12-28, version 9.0*

Just what I needed to identify specific trees

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-12-20, version 9.0*

I don’t know every tree and this is an excellent aid to have.

### 5/5 — Perfect companion

*2025-04-06, version 9.0*

So useful to have and ideal for the country walk. Identifying trees is now so simple thanks to this app.

### 5/5 — Handy app

*2025-01-26*

This is a very handy app when you are out on a walk and find a tree you wish to identify. Being UK trees, you are not bombarded with irrelevant entries, which makes this app very user friendly.

### 5/5 — Really useful

*2024-12-27, version 9.0*

Big help when checking wood for my log burner

### 1/5 — Unimpressed

*2024-08-18, version 9.0*

I could have used the woodland trust app for free. It alludes to being able to easily identify a tree. This is not the case and for the three trees I’m trying to identify it came up with a long list stating 50% match. Unhelpful to say the least.

### 4/5 — Very easy to use

*2024-07-23, version 9.0*

It is very easy to use.

Would like addition of exotics that are common to gardens and better Id of specific malus varieties.

### 5/5 — Handy App

*2024-07-22, version 9.0*

Great for those difficult to identify trees. Makes it really easy, with loads of informationReally handy app

## Frequently asked questions about Tree Id identify UK trees

### What does the Tree Id identify UK trees app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive visual guide to identifying all native and naturalised tree species found in the British Isles. It provides detailed information and high-quality images to help users quickly and easily identify trees encountered in the countryside or natural woodlands.

### How does the tree identification process work?

The app utilizes the KUSAM species identification methodology, a modern taxonomic keying system designed for mobile devices. This allows for efficient identification based on various characteristics of the tree, such as its leaves, flowers, and fruit.

### Does the app require an internet connection?

No, the app does not require an internet connection or mobile network to function. All content is downloaded when the app is purchased, making it ideal for use in areas with limited connectivity, such as during countryside walks.

### Who is this app designed for?

The app is designed for a broad audience, including families, children, and tree enthusiasts. It aims to make tree identification fun and engaging for all ages, while also providing comprehensive information for those with a deeper interest in botany and ecology.

### Can I save the trees I identify?

Yes, once you have identified a tree, you can take a photo and record it on the app's map feature. This allows you to keep track of the different species you have identified throughout the year.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.0 — 2020-06-18

- Updated to the latest iOS Version
- minor corrections
- improved performance

### 8.8 — 2018-04-02

Thanks for your support over the years! Here is what we have done for you:

- we have changed the icon, 
- changed a few images
- minor errors corrected
- the app runs faster now

### 8.05 — 2015-11-03

Works beautifully on all your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices.

### 8.01 — 2014-10-04

Compatible with iOS8
Works beautifully on all your iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch devices

### 5.3 — 2014-02-11

More species, more images
Works beautifully on all your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices

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