Odonata Central vs Birds Watcher
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Odonata Central
Record and upload your dragonfly and damselfly sightings to a citizen science project. Create checklists with species, abundance, date, and location, then view your observations on the Odonata Central website. Primarily for users in the Western Hemisphere who can identify local odonates.
- Record odonate sightings
- Create species checklists
- Upload observations to website
- Location-based species suggestions
- Offline data entry
- Multi-language support
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Easily keep track of all your sightings of Dragonflies and Damselflies (odonates) and contribute to citizen science. This app allows you to create checklists of all your odonate sightings on your phone and then upload them to Odonata Central website, including species seen, abundance, date and location. Later you can view these observations on the Odonata Central website, along with those of thousands of other users, as maps and species lists. Odonata Central is a citizen science project that collects user observations of odonates, primarily from the western hemisphere, to contribute to understanding their distribution, biogeography, biodiversity, and identification. This app is for users who are able identify most of the odonates of their region. If you need help identifying Odonates, see our companion app, Dragonfly ID. Features: - Presents a checklist of possible species based on your location. - Supports four languages (English, Spanish, Portuguese and French) and is primarily intended for use in the Western Hemisphere. - Easily toggle between display of English and Scientific names. - Easily assign a location by using the favorite locations you have stored on Odonata Central, use your current phone location or choose a location from a map. - Convenient offline mode that allows you to enter your observations when you do not have a cell phone signal. You create and store your checklists on your phone and add your location later when you have a signal. Note that the app does not accept photos. Those can be added later by editing your checklist on the Odonata Central website. This is a helper app for the Odonata Central website. You must have an Odonata Central account and you can register for one from the app or the website.
Birds Watcher
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BirdsWatcher: Your Personal Birdwatching Companion Discover, learn, and connect with BirdsWatcher, your ultimate tool for bird enthusiasts! Whether you're new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder, BirdsWatcher helps you grow your knowledge and appreciation for birds in the wild. Features: Bird Identification: Snap a photo of any bird and receive instant identification along with detailed information about its species and habitat. Comprehensive Bird Database: Explore our extensive library of bird species, complete with descriptions, behavior tips, and stunning photos. Subscription Plans: Enjoy unlimited bird analyses with flexible subscription options – Monthly, 3 Months, or Yearly. Automated Photo Filtering: All photos taken within the app are automatically filtered to ensure appropriate content, fostering a safe and respectful community. Why BirdsWatcher? Easy to Use: A simple, intuitive interface makes it easy to identify birds and learn more about them. Accurate and Reliable: Powered by advanced bird recognition technology and a comprehensive species database. Secure and Respectful: We prioritize your privacy and ensure that your data is handled with the highest standards. Subscription Details: Monthly: Unlimited analysis for one month. 3 Months: Unlimited analysis for three months. Yearly: Unlimited analysis for one year. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Odonata Central at none against Birds Watcher's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Birds Watcher sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Odonata Central asks for nothing beyond the download.
Odonata Central ships an update every 2 months, Birds Watcher every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Odonata Central | Birds Watcher |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Birds In The Hand, LLC | WINAPP LTD |
In-app purchases
Odonata Central
No in-app purchases
Birds Watcher
- Monthly subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- 3 months subscription3 Days trial$4.993 Months
- Yearly subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Year
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