# Bugdex vs Insect identifier

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bugdex at 100% against Insect identifier's 0%. Bugdex also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). Insect identifier's advantage is ratings volume (41 vs 6). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Insect identifier sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Bugdex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bugdex holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Insect identifier has 41 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Bugdex's written reviews are positive against 0% of Insect identifier's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bugdex | Insect identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugdex/id1471766207/reviews)** | [4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insect-identifier-bug-spider/id6456984430/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 687 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DKB Digital Designs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1156097348) | [Derick Kwashie](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701632519) |

## What reviewers say

### Bugdex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugdex/id1471766207)

Explore the fascinating world of insects with stunning photos and interactive animations. This app serves as your personal bug tutor, making entomology accessible for learning and outdoor adventures. Identify insect groups, learn about their evolution, and discover essential collecting gear.

**Highlights:** Animated identification guide to insect orders, Illustrated pages for insect groups, Introduction to entomology and evolution, High-quality macro images, Bug collecting gear guide, Offline usability

**In-app purchases:** none


### Insect identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insect-identifier-bug-spider/id6456984430)

Effortlessly identify insects using AI by capturing an image or selecting from your gallery. Get comprehensive information, learn about insect bites, and find pest control tips. Record your observations and expand your knowledge.

**Highlights:** AI-powered insect identification, Image capture for ID, Gallery image upload, Insect bite information, Pest detection and control, Observation recording

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bugdex free?

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

### Is Insect identifier free?

Insect identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bugdex or Insect identifier?

Bugdex is rated higher. Bugdex averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Insect identifier averages 4.3 from 41 ratings.

### Do Bugdex or Insect identifier have ads?

Neither Bugdex nor Insect identifier shows ads.

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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.*