# Bug Identifier vs Identify Insect

The clearest difference is rating: Bug Identifier at 4.3 against Identify Insect's 1.0. Bug Identifier also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (8.8K vs 1). Identify Insect's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug Identifier sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Identify Insect sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bug Identifier holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug Identifier has 8.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Bug Identifier's written reviews are positive against 0% of Identify Insect's.

Bug Identifier ships an update every 4 weeks, Identify Insect weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug Identifier | Identify Insect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (8.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-ai-insect-id/id1588031278/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/identify-insect/id6478288015/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **20.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 178 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Picture & Photo Identifier Company LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710356675) | [Faravaree lab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732439357) |

## What reviewers say

### Bug Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-ai-insect-id/id1588031278)

Instantly identify insects and spiders by taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast database with detailed information, track your discoveries, and learn about potential dangers or care for insect pets. Offers premium features like an AI chat assistant and ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Instant AI recognition of over 14,000 species, Detailed information on identified insects, Personal insect collection builder, Poison and bite identification, Pest management and pet care information, AI chat assistant (premium)

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Identification 1 Month Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Identification 1 Month Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Identification 1 Week Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Identification 1 Week Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Identification 1 Year Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| 5 Recognitions | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Recognitions | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick identification
- 👍 Helpful expert support
- 🔍 Accurate insect detection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult cancellation process
- 🤔 Inconsistent identification results
- 🚫 Paywall for basic features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Scanning process gets stuck at 98%
- Inability to forward identified insect photos

**Requested features**

- Free trial for full app functionality
- Option to save identified insects
- Integration with other nature apps


### Identify Insect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/identify-insect/id6478288015)

Instantly identify insects and spiders from photos using advanced recognition technology. Access detailed information on species, habitats, behaviors, and potential dangers. Offers educational resources to learn more about the insect world.

**Highlights:** Photo-based insect identification, Spider identification, Detailed species information, Toxicity and harmfulness data, Educational articles and guides, Interactive learning modules

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week Access Discount | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Month Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Month Access Discount | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Year Access | $14.99 | per year |
| Year Premium Free Trial | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug Identifier free?

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

### Is Identify Insect free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bug Identifier or Identify Insect?

Bug Identifier is rated higher. Bug Identifier averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8.8K ratings, while Identify Insect averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Identify Insect shows ads; Bug Identifier does not.

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

Bug Identifier ships an update every 4 weeks, and Identify Insect weekly. Most recently, Bug Identifier was updated on October 18, 2026 and Identify Insect on October 2, 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.*