# Bug Identifier+ vs WhatBug

The clearest difference is rating: WhatBug at 5.0 against Bug Identifier+'s 4.1. WhatBug also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). Bug Identifier+'s advantage is ratings volume (27 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug Identifier+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and WhatBug sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WhatBug holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug Identifier+ has 27 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Bug Identifier+'s written reviews are positive against 60% of WhatBug's.

Bug Identifier+ ships an update every 3 months, WhatBug every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 19, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug Identifier+ | WhatBug |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-plus/id6451086749/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatbug-insect-identifier/id6478978580/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arda Sen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670665250) | [Halis Bilal Kara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537304083) |

## What reviewers say

### Bug Identifier+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-plus/id6451086749)

Instantly identify insects and spiders with advanced image recognition. Access an extensive database for detailed information and track your discoveries with a history feature. Enjoy offline access and a user-friendly interface for an engaging learning experience.

**Highlights:** Instant insect and spider identification, Extensive species database, Identification history log, User-friendly interface, Offline identification capabilities

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


### WhatBug

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatbug-insect-identifier/id6478978580)

Instantly identify insects, spiders, and pests using your phone's camera. Get detailed information on species, habitats, and behaviors to protect your garden or build a personal nature collection. This AI-powered tool offers educational insights for nature enthusiasts and gardeners.

**Highlights:** Instant photo identification, Detailed species profiles, Habitat and behavioral insights, Pest and garden protection, Personal wildlife collection, AI-powered analysis

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Insect Identifier, full Access | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug Identifier+ free?

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

### Is WhatBug free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bug Identifier+ or WhatBug?

WhatBug is rated higher. Bug Identifier+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while WhatBug averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Bug Identifier+ or WhatBug have ads?

Bug Identifier+ shows ads; WhatBug does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bug Identifier+ or WhatBug?

Bug Identifier+ ships an update every 3 months, and WhatBug every 4 weeks. Most recently, Bug Identifier+ was updated on August 19, 2026 and WhatBug on September 19, 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.*