# Reverse vs Reverse Search

The clearest difference is rating: Reverse Search at 4.5 against Reverse's 3.8. Reverse Search also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Reverse's advantage is ratings volume (5.1K vs 182). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reverse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Reverse Search sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Reverse Search holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reverse has 5.1K ratings behind it against 182, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Reverse's written reviews are positive against 50% of Reverse Search's.

Reverse ships an update every 2 months, Reverse Search weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reverse | Reverse Search |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverse-image-search/id1534893871/reviews) | **[4.5 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverse-search-image-search/id1582837464/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 182 |
| Positive reviews | 32.8% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 102 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Yogesh Ukani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463010380) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### Reverse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverse-image-search/id1534893871)

This utility app allows you to search for images using multiple search engines like Google, Bing, Yandex, and TinEye. It helps verify photo sources, find similar products, and discover information about images from your gallery or camera.

**Highlights:** Reverse image search, Search via gallery or camera, Multi-engine search (Google, Bing, Yandex, TinEye), Search history, Image editor, Share extension for direct search

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reverse - Premium Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Reverse App PRO | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔍 Effective reverse image search
- 🔍 Helpful for identifying scams
- 🔍 Useful for finding similar images

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription required
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups
- 🐛 Inconsistent and unreliable search results

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inability to cancel subscription
- Incompatibility with certain devices and image formats

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved search accuracy and reliability
- More free search capabilities


### Reverse Search

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverse-search-image-search/id1582837464)

Discover the origin and details of any image by using it as a search query. Upload photos, paste links, or capture new images to find information across multiple popular search engines simultaneously. Ideal for identifying sources, finding similar visuals, or learning more about a subject.

**Highlights:** Search using photos, links, or clipboard images, Take a photo to search instantly, Supports Google, Bing, Yandex, and TinEye, Find image source and related information, Available on iOS devices

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reverse Search Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Reverse Search Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reverse free?

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

### Is Reverse Search free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Reverse or Reverse Search?

Reverse Search is rated higher. Reverse averages 3.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Reverse Search averages 4.5 from 182 ratings.

### Do Reverse or Reverse Search have ads?

Reverse shows ads; Reverse Search does not.

### Which is updated more often, Reverse or Reverse Search?

Reverse ships an update every 2 months, and Reverse Search weekly. Most recently, Reverse was updated on September 22, 2026 and Reverse Search on September 23, 2026.

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