# Insecta vs Bug identifier

Insecta and Bug identifier both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Bug identifier's written reviews are positive against 40% of Insecta's. Bug identifier also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). Insecta's advantage is ratings volume (145 vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Insecta sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Bug identifier sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Insecta against 4.0 for Bug identifier. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Insecta has 145 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of Insecta's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bug identifier's.

Insecta ships an update every 2 months, Bug identifier every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Insecta | Bug identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (145 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insecta-bug-identifier/id1509386339/reviews) | **[4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-picture-insect/id6747415373/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **145** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 39.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 385 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samira Sadeghi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808607496) | [DARIEM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714752185) |

## What reviewers say

### Insecta

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insecta-bug-identifier/id1509386339)

Explore the insect world with detailed 3D models and augmented reality. Identify bugs from photos and learn about their habitats and characteristics. Access a growing collection of insects through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality insect models, Insect identification from photos, Detailed insect descriptions, Habitat and photo galleries, Interactive 3D models, AR placement in your environment

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Insecta Plus Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| The Explorer | $4.99 | per month |
| The Explorer | $14.99 | per year |
| Insecta Plus Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| The Explorer | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Informative facts about insects
- 📸 Detailed photos and schemes
- 🧊 3D and AR viewing of insects
- 🎨 Well-designed and colorful app
- 🌟 Amazing AR models

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Many insects require payment
- 🦗 Limited number of insects
- 🚫 No Russian language support
- 💰 Unexpected charges and scams
- 🗺️ Content not for North America

**Reported bugs**

- AR plane not scanning
- Cannot exit AR window
- AR is a blank screen
- No request to access camera in AR
- No error message in AR

**Requested features**

- Add more insects/bugs
- Allow users to add their own insects
- Add more insects like Emperor Scorpion, Hercules Beetle, Giant Hornet, Rhino Beetle
- Add more bugs in the future
- Add more insects to the app


### Bug identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-picture-insect/id6747415373)

Instantly identify insects using AI by snapping a photo. Learn detailed information about thousands of species, detect harmful pests, and build a personal collection of your discoveries. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, gardeners, and travelers.

**Highlights:** AI-powered insect identification, Detailed insect information, Pest and parasite detection, Personal insect collection, Identify from photos or camera

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Bug Identification: Snap it | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Insecta free?

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

### Is Bug identifier free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Insecta or Bug identifier?

Bug identifier is rated higher. Insecta averages 3.9 out of 5 from 145 ratings, while Bug identifier averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Insecta or Bug identifier have ads?

Neither Insecta nor Bug identifier shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Insecta or Bug identifier?

Insecta ships an update every 2 months, and Bug identifier every 3 months. Most recently, Insecta was updated on September 18, 2026 and Bug identifier on September 24, 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.*