# Bluelane vs AI Scanner・Objects Identifier

Bluelane and AI Scanner・Objects Identifier both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Bluelane's written reviews are positive against 32% of AI Scanner・Objects Identifier's. Bluelane also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). AI Scanner・Objects Identifier's advantage is chart position (#191 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bluelane sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and AI Scanner・Objects Identifier sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 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 Bluelane against 4.2 for AI Scanner・Objects Identifier. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 119 and 321 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Bluelane's written reviews are positive against 32% of AI Scanner・Objects Identifier's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bluelane | AI Scanner・Objects Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluelane/id475097577/reviews)** | [4.2 (321 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-scannerobjects-identifier/id6740480147/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 119 | **321** |
| Positive reviews | **71.2% of reviews** | 32.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 34 MB | 148 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [7 sols media d.o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331519830) | [Seapptic LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1787624596) |

## What reviewers say

### Bluelane

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluelane/id475097577)

Effortlessly share your live location and travel route with others via a simple web link. No app installation or account creation is required for viewers. Ideal for safety, travel, and keeping loved ones updated on your progress during activities or commutes.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS location tracking, Shareable web links for live tracking, No app or account needed for viewers, Route history and viewer statistics, Export routes to GPX format, Offline tracking capabilities, Add pins and photos to routes

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Pro Subscription | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $47.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and share
- 🚀 Real-time tracking accuracy
- 🗺️ Good map integration
- ✅ Works as advertised
- 🔋 Efficient battery usage (in some modes)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model unpopular
- 💸 Price increase criticized
- 🔋 High battery consumption (in some modes)
- 🐛 Tracking pauses in background
- 📉 Loss of old routes after update

**Reported bugs**

- Share live tracking requires payment after purchase
- App no longer saves maps
- Tracking pauses when running in background
- New version lost old routes
- Apple Watch tracking requires iPhone nearby

**Requested features**

- Ability to print screen info
- Download GPX files from website
- Mark points of interest on map
- Download maps
- Google Maps integration


### AI Scanner・Objects Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-scannerobjects-identifier/id6740480147)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Instantly identify objects, plants, animals, and more with your phone's camera. Get detailed information, learn about nature, and discover the value of collectibles in seconds.

**Highlights:** Object identification, Plant and mushroom recognition, Bird call identification, Collectible and coin appraisal, Animal and insect recognition, Insect bite analysis, Food and recipe identification

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Intro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| XS Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| S Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| M Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| L Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bluelane free?

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

### Is AI Scanner・Objects Identifier free?

AI Scanner・Objects Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bluelane or AI Scanner・Objects Identifier?

Bluelane is rated higher. Bluelane averages 4.3 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while AI Scanner・Objects Identifier averages 4.2 from 321 ratings.

### Do Bluelane or AI Scanner・Objects Identifier have ads?

AI Scanner・Objects Identifier shows ads; Bluelane does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bluelane or AI Scanner・Objects Identifier?

Bluelane ships an update every 3 weeks, and AI Scanner・Objects Identifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bluelane was updated on October 10, 2026 and AI Scanner・Objects Identifier on October 13, 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.*