NailBuff vs Spider Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NailBuff
Discover new nail polish colors using your camera or saved images. Keep track of your collection and create wish lists to avoid duplicate purchases. Instantly find perfect matches from various brands.
- Color discovery via camera or images
- Nail polish collection management
- Wish list creation
- Instant shade matching
- Brand search
- Social media sharing
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NailBuff allows you to find new colours by using their unique touch screen technology, your phone's camera or any saved pictures. ..... and it gets better! You can also create an online record of your current nail polish collection ensuring that you'll never buy the same polish twice - as well as a Wish List for colours you can’t wait to buy. How does it work? Once you've selected the colour you're obsessed with, NailBuff will instantly find you the perfect nail polish match by searching all your favourite brands as well as some newly discovered upcoming producers that may not be on your radar yet. When you've decided on the perfect polish you can then add it to your wish list or collection and share it with your friends via social media.
Spider Scanner
Identify spiders using AI by scanning photos. Get detailed analysis, danger ratings, and safety advice. Track your scans and learn about the arachnids around you.
- AI-powered spider identification
- Photo scanning for analysis
- Danger ratings and safety advice
- Scan history and personal log
- Intuitive and simple interface
- Unlimited scans with Pro upgrade
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Spidentify – Spider Identifier Scan. Identify. Stay Informed. Discover the smarter way to learn about the spiders around you with Spidentify—your AI-powered spider identification assistant. Simply snap or select a photo, and our intelligent model will analyze it to help you understand what species it is and how risky it might be. Whether you're curious or cautious, Spidentify gives you the insight you need. Key Features Instant Spider Detection Capture a photo or choose one from your gallery—Spidentify quickly analyzes it and identifies the spider species in seconds. Smart, Detailed Analysis View confidence levels, danger ratings, and expert-backed safety advice to guide your next steps. Scan History & Trends Keep track of past scans and revisit identifications with your personal spider log. Simple, Intuitive Interface Clean and easy to use—no clutter, just useful spider insights. Upgrade for Unlimited Scans Get one free scan each day, or go Pro to unlock unlimited scans, detailed reports, and priority support. Safety First Spidentify is designed to inform, not diagnose. If you’re bitten or unsure about a spider’s threat level, always consult a medical or pest professional. Why Choose Spidentify? Fast & Accurate: AI-powered recognition trained for speed and reliability. Expert Advice: Actionable insights to help you stay safe and aware. Peace of Mind: Know what's crawling around—instantly. Download Spidentify now and take the guesswork out of spider spotting. Disclaimer: Spidentify is for informational use only and does not replace expert medical, pest control, or wildlife services. Note: Unlimited Spider Identifications require a Premium Upgrade, which can be managed or cancelled at any time via your Apple ID Settings. Free Trial available to all users. Privacy Policy: https://angelapplications.co.uk/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://angelapplications.co.uk/terms-of-use/ Terms of Use (Apple): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: NailBuff at 79% against Spider Scanner's 0%. NailBuff also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Spider Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. NailBuff asks for nothing beyond the download.
NailBuff holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NailBuff has 70 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of NailBuff's written reviews are positive against 0% of Spider Scanner's.
NailBuff ships an update every 2 months, Spider Scanner every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NailBuff | Spider Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (70 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.2% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 70 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nail Buff Limited | Arda İlgili |
Customer experience
NailBuff
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In-app purchases
NailBuff
No in-app purchases
Spider Scanner
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- One Time Upgrade$19.99
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