# Bug Identifier Insect Finder vs Bug Identifier

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bug Identifier at 100% against Bug Identifier Insect Finder's 59%. Bug Identifier also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). Bug Identifier Insect Finder's advantage is ratings volume (249 vs 40) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug Identifier Insect Finder sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Bug Identifier sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bug Identifier holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug Identifier Insect Finder has 249 ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Bug Identifier Insect Finder's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bug Identifier's.

Bug Identifier Insect Finder ships an update every 3 months, Bug Identifier every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug Identifier Insect Finder | Bug Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (249 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-insect-finder/id1572061671/reviews) | **[4.9 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-insectai/id6743463658/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **249** | 40 |
| Positive reviews | 58.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linh Nguyen Mai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647530452) | [Darian Macharowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724476291) |

## What reviewers say

### Bug Identifier Insect Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-insect-finder/id1572061671)

Instantly identify insects, bugs, and butterflies by simply taking or uploading a photo. This app uses AI to provide accurate results and allows you to track your identified species in a personal collection.

**Highlights:** Instant bug identification from photo, AI-powered identification technology, High-quality global insect database, Personal collection tracking, Identify anywhere, anytime, Intuitive interface with tips

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Accurate identification (sometimes)
- 👍 Easy to use (for some)
- 💡 Educational and interesting
- 🚀 Works in remote areas
- ✨ Helps with OCD (specific case)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Not free / Subscription required
- ❌ Inaccurate identification
- ❌ Difficult to get good pictures
- ❌ App crashes or closes
- ❌ Premium version is pricey

**Reported bugs**

- App closes when 'X' is pressed
- Camera only works in portrait mode
- Fails to recognize specimens
- App stops working after a few days
- Error when trying to get a picture

**Requested features**

- Provide common names instead of Latin
- Improve community interaction features
- Allow personal photos instead of Wikipedia


### Bug Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-insectai/id6743463658)

Instantly identify insects and spiders by snapping a photo. Access detailed information about species, habitats, and life cycles. Build a digital collection of your discoveries.

**Highlights:** Instant insect and spider recognition, 96.5% identification accuracy, Detailed species information, Digital insect collection, Easy-to-use interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (Weekly) | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | Free | one-time |
| Unlock Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug Identifier Insect Finder free?

Bug Identifier Insect Finder 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, Bug Identifier Insect Finder or Bug Identifier?

Bug Identifier is rated higher. Bug Identifier Insect Finder averages 4.3 out of 5 from 249 ratings, while Bug Identifier averages 4.9 from 40 ratings.

### Do Bug Identifier Insect Finder or Bug Identifier have ads?

Bug Identifier Insect Finder shows ads; Bug Identifier does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bug Identifier Insect Finder or Bug Identifier?

Bug Identifier Insect Finder ships an update every 3 months, and Bug Identifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bug Identifier Insect Finder was updated on October 20, 2026 and Bug Identifier on October 15, 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.*