# Leaf Identification Plant ID vs LEAF AI

The clearest difference is rating: LEAF AI at 4.0 against Leaf Identification Plant ID's 3.5. LEAF AI also leads on ads (none vs shown). Leaf Identification Plant ID's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 50%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Leaf Identification Plant ID sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and LEAF AI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LEAF AI holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 34 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Leaf Identification Plant ID's written reviews are positive against 50% of LEAF AI's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Leaf Identification Plant ID ships an update every 3 weeks, LEAF AI monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Leaf Identification Plant ID | LEAF AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leaf-identification-plant-id/id1590964358/reviews) | **[4.0 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leaf-ai-snap-identify-plants/id1612249849/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **34** |
| Positive reviews | **83.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 54 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lan Anh Vu Thi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590964360) | [Andrei Ivanou](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591602895) |

## What reviewers say

### Leaf Identification Plant ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leaf-identification-plant-id/id1590964358)

Instantly identify plants, mushrooms, flowers, weeds, leaves, and trees with a photo. This app boasts a 99% recognition rate for known species worldwide. Learn about identified flora and track your discoveries.

**Highlights:** Instant plant and mushroom identification, Recognizes 99% of known species, Extensive database with rich information, Learn about plants and their names, Track identified plants in a collection, Identify via photo or live camera

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Identifier Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Identifier Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📸 Accurate plant/mushroom identification
- 💡 Easy to use interface
- 📚 Detailed information provided
- 🚀 Fast identification results
- 🌳 Useful for hiking and gardening

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription confusion and unexpected charges
- 💸 High subscription cost
- 🚫 App not opening/unresponsive
- ⚠️ False advertising regarding free trial/cost
- ❌ In-app purchases unclear

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening after first use
- Main screen options not working
- Charged for subscription without clear consent
- App crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Ability to identify native vs. invasive plants
- Clearer information on subscription costs and cancellation


### LEAF AI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leaf-ai-snap-identify-plants/id1612249849)

Identify plants, flowers, trees, and mushrooms with a photo. Get detailed information, care advice, and track your discoveries on a map. Turn your phone into a botanical expert.

**Highlights:** Snap and identify plants, Extensive plant database, Plant ailment diagnosis, Custom watering schedules, Plant discovery map, Premium subscription with free trial

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plant & Disease Tracker Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Plant Identifier | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Plant Care & Gardening | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Leaf Identification Plant ID free?

Leaf Identification Plant ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LEAF AI free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Leaf Identification Plant ID or LEAF AI?

LEAF AI is rated higher. Leaf Identification Plant ID averages 3.5 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while LEAF AI averages 4.0 from 34 ratings.

### Do Leaf Identification Plant ID or LEAF AI have ads?

Leaf Identification Plant ID shows ads; LEAF AI does not.

### Which is updated more often, Leaf Identification Plant ID or LEAF AI?

Leaf Identification Plant ID ships an update every 3 weeks, and LEAF AI monthly. Most recently, Leaf Identification Plant ID was updated on October 12, 2026 and LEAF AI on October 24, 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.*