# Insect ID vs Insects & Bugs Identifier ID

The clearest difference is monetization model: Insect ID at free with in-app purchases against Insects & Bugs Identifier ID's subscription. Insect ID also leads on ratings volume (128 vs 9) and review sentiment (87% vs 75%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Insect ID sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Insects & Bugs Identifier ID sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Insect ID against 4.1 for Insects & Bugs Identifier ID. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Insect ID has 128 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Insect ID's written reviews are positive against 75% of Insects & Bugs Identifier ID's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Insect ID | Insects & Bugs Identifier ID |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (128 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insect-id-bug-identifier/id1582615105/reviews)** | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insects-and-bugs-identifier-id/id6444001949/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **128** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **87.2% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 33 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Manh Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574942901) | [Marta Yuskiv](https://appshunter.io/developer/1634616924) |

## What reviewers say

### Insect ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insect-id-bug-identifier/id1582615105)

Instantly identify over 100,000 insect species using your phone's camera. Simply point and learn about bugs, spiders, butterflies, and more. Perfect for anyone interested in entomology or curious about the insects around them.

**Highlights:** Instant insect identification, Identify 100,000+ species, Camera-based identification, Identify spiders and butterflies, Learn about insect orders, Identify anywhere, anytime

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| forever insect | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and accurate identification
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔍 Extensive insect database
- 💡 Helpful for nature enthusiasts
- 🤩 Sparks interest in insects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes at 75% during identification
- 🔌 Subscription issues and hidden costs
- 🤔 Occasional inaccurate identification

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes during use
- Login and subscription problems
- Identification issues with certain insects

**Requested features**

- More detailed information on each insect
- Offline mode for identification
- Improved search and filtering options


### Insects & Bugs Identifier ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insects-and-bugs-identifier-id/id6444001949)

Instantly identify insects with AI by taking a photo or uploading an image. Access a comprehensive encyclopedia with details on species, threat levels, and control methods. Protect yourself from harmful bugs and manage garden pests effectively.

**Highlights:** AI-powered insect identification, Photo and gallery upload, Comprehensive insect encyclopedia, Threat level assessment, Pest control information, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Insects & Bugs Identifier ID. | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Insects & Bugs Identifier ID | $5.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Insect ID free?

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

### Is Insects & Bugs Identifier ID free?

Insects & Bugs Identifier ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Insect ID or Insects & Bugs Identifier ID?

Insect ID is rated higher. Insect ID averages 4.3 out of 5 from 128 ratings, while Insects & Bugs Identifier ID averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.

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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.*