# Tick Identifier vs TickChecker

The clearest difference is rating: TickChecker at 4.7 against Tick Identifier's 1.0. TickChecker also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 1). Tick Identifier's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tick Identifier sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month and TickChecker sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TickChecker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TickChecker has 1.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 2, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tick Identifier | TickChecker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tick-identifier/id1640443126/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tickchecker/id6746040491/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 34.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 10 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Suleyman Can Ahsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664408820) | [326 LAB - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772075789) |

## What reviewers say

### Tick Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tick-identifier/id1640443126)

Instantly identify ticks by uploading or taking a photo. Access a large database for quick identification. Subscribe for full access to all features.

**Highlights:** Instant tick identification, Photo upload for identification, Large tick database, Ad-free experience, Full access subscription

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tick Identifier Full Access | $9.99 | per month |


### TickChecker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tickchecker/id6746040491)

Easily scan for ticks on pets and people using your phone's camera. Get smart detection, track encounters, and receive prevention tips to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts and pet owners.

**Highlights:** Scan for ticks on skin or fur, Smart tick detection, Track tick encounters, Prevention tips, Supports dogs, cats, and humans

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| PRO 3 Month | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast detection
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔒 Accurate tick detection
- 💡 Helpful prevention tips
- 👍 Works well on pets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🚫 No free trial

**Reported bugs**

- 🔍 Difficulty seeing through the camera

**Requested features**

- Free or one-time payment option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tick Identifier free?

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

### Is TickChecker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tick Identifier or TickChecker?

TickChecker is rated higher. Tick Identifier averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TickChecker averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Tick Identifier or TickChecker have ads?

Neither Tick Identifier nor TickChecker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tick Identifier or TickChecker?

Tick Identifier ships an update monthly, and TickChecker monthly. Most recently, Tick Identifier was updated on June 2, 2026 and TickChecker on September 29, 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.*