Comparison

iDfish vs DiveBud

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iDfish

Instantly identify fish species using advanced on-device AI, even without an internet connection. Access crucial fishing regulations, size limits, and handling advice for your catch. Maximize fish survival and fish legally with this comprehensive tool.

Highlights
  • Offline AI photo identification
  • Instant species identification
  • Legal size limits
  • Protection and release requirements
  • Eating quality information
  • Fishing regulation data
  • Large line-caught fish database
Features
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iDfish - AI Fish Identification & Fishing Regulations Identify your catch instantly using advanced on-device AI. Fish smarter, faster, and legally - even without an internet connection. AI Photo Identification - Works Offline iDfish features advanced AI photo recognition that analyses a photo of your catch to assist with fast and accurate species identification. Trained on thousands of high-quality, real-world images, the AI recognises natural variations in colour, shape, and size as fish and other marine species appear when freshly caught. This feature runs entirely on your device and does not require an internet connection, making it reliable wherever you fish. Once identified, instantly access: • Legal size limits (where applicable) • Protection and release requirements • Eating quality information All in under 60 seconds, helping maximise survival when fish are returned to the water. Trusted Fishing Data in the Field iDfish provides reliable and consistent fishing information designed specifically for real-world fishing conditions. Whether you use AI photo recognition or manual browsing, the app helps you quickly confirm: • Species identification • Size and possession limits • Protection status and closures • Eating quality and handling advice The World’s Largest Line-Caught Fish Database with Regulation Information iDfish contains the largest database of line-caught fish species with regulation information available on any mobile application. All images are: • High-quality and high-resolution • Photographed as fish appear freshly caught • Free from tank photos, underwater shots, dead fish, or illustrations Because fish can vary significantly due to stress, environment, or age, iDfish includes multiple colour phases and species comparison tools, making accurate identification fast and practical. Works Completely Offline iDfish works offline in the field, including AI photo recognition. Any trip data you record will automatically sync to your account when an internet connection becomes available. Note: Due to the size of the image database, a Wi-Fi connection is required for the initial download from the App Store. You are also required to create an account and log in before offline use is available. iDfish Yearly Subscription A yearly subscription ensures your fishing data stays current and compliant. Subscription Details • $9.99 per year, automatically renewed unless cancelled • First month free for new users • Payment charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation Subscription Includes • Ongoing updates to fish images and species data • Current size limits and regulations • Regional closures and protection updates • Daily almanac data Automatic Renewal • Subscription renews unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before expiry • Renewal charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the period • Manage subscriptions in your account settings • No cancellation during an active subscription period Terms and conditions: http://idfish.com.au/terms-and-conditions

About

DiveBud

Configure your DiveBud diving tracker with this app. Set depth alarms, download dive logs, view detailed dive graphs, and share your diving data with others.

Highlights
  • Add/edit/delete depth alarms
  • Download diving logs
  • View detailed dive graphs
  • Share dive logs
Features
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DiveBud application provides the one-stop configuration console for the DiveBud diving tracker. Use DiveBud app to - add/edit/delete depth alarms - download diving logs from your DiveBud - see the detailed dive graphs - share the dive logs

Screenshots

iDfish4 screens
DiveBud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iDfish at 88% against DiveBud's 0%. iDfish also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 2). DiveBud's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iDfish sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. DiveBud asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DiveBud holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of iDfish's written reviews are positive against 0% of DiveBud's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iDfish ships an update every 6 months, DiveBud every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iDfish versus DiveBud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriDfishDiveBud
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (7 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.9 GB3 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperIDVIABILITY PTY LTDJettysoft Pty Ltd

Customer experience

iDfish

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews86 reviews
Positive88.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.6%

DiveBud

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

iDfish

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Known bug with some devices
  • App crashes every time trying to login
  • Login unsuccessful message
  • Some fish sizes and bag limits not showing
  • Issues with region selection
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  • App not working well or at all after payment

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to create multiple favorite lists
  • Super basic 'lite' edition for casual users
  • Sketch or photo with location for brain spiking different species

DiveBud

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

iDfish

Subscriptions2
  • One year auto renewal subscription$5.991 Year
  • iDfish Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$6.491 Year
One-time3
  • Packet of Lures$1.99
  • Bag of Lures$3.99
  • Box of Lures$5.99
None

DiveBud

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iDfish free?
iDfish is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DiveBud free?
DiveBud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iDfish or DiveBud?
DiveBud is rated higher. iDfish averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DiveBud averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do iDfish or DiveBud have ads?
Neither iDfish nor DiveBud shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iDfish or DiveBud?
iDfish ships an update every 6 months, and DiveBud every 2 months. Most recently, iDfish was updated on October 14, 2026 and DiveBud on September 15, 2026.

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