# TURT vs Bug ID

The clearest difference is rating: TURT at 5.0 against Bug ID's 4.0. TURT also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and device support (3 vs 1). Bug ID's advantage is ratings volume (814 vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug ID sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. TURT asks for nothing beyond the download.

TURT holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug ID has 814 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TURT ships an update every 3 months, Bug ID every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TURT | Bug ID |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turt/id1097625215/reviews)** | [4.0 (814 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-id-insect-identifier/id6499542846/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **814** |
| Positive reviews | — | 22.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 150 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center](https://appshunter.io/developer/518363367) | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) |

## What reviewers say

### TURT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turt/id1097625215)

Contribute to sea turtle research by logging your sightings and photographs. Help scientists identify individual turtles and track population rates worldwide. This app educates users about sea turtles and supports conservation efforts.

**Highlights:** Log turtle sightings and photographs, Contribute to scientific research, View global sighting map, Educate about sea turtles, Support conservation efforts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bug ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-id-insect-identifier/id6499542846)

Instantly identify insects, spiders, butterflies, and slugs by taking a picture. Access detailed information about each species, track your discoveries, and organize them into custom collections. Become an entomology expert with this comprehensive guide.

**Highlights:** Instant insect identification via photo, Detailed insect profiles, Pest control and prevention tips, Track and save insect finds, Customizable insect collections, AI-powered bug finder

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast identification
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔍 Accurate identification
- 🔍 Detailed insect information
- 💡 Helpful for students and nature enthusiasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate identification
- 🔒 Deceptive free trial
- 💰 Subscription required
- 🙅‍♀️ Difficult to cancel subscription
- 📷 Struggles with blurry/small images

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent identification results
- Deleting photos after closing the app

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Zoom functionality for small insects
- Ability to provide additional details about insects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TURT free?

TURT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bug ID free?

Bug ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TURT or Bug ID?

TURT is rated higher. TURT averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Bug ID averages 4.0 from 814 ratings.

### Do TURT or Bug ID have ads?

Neither TURT nor Bug ID shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TURT or Bug ID?

TURT ships an update every 3 months, and Bug ID every 5 weeks. Most recently, TURT was updated on June 9, 2026 and Bug ID on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*