Comparison

Insect Scanner Plus vs SiegelBlick

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Insect Scanner Plus

Scan food products to instantly identify hidden insect-derived ingredients. Get detailed information on composition, origin, and safety classifications to make informed dietary choices.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for ingredient analysis
  • Manual search by product name or barcode
  • Detailed ingredient lists and origin information
  • Nutri-Score and food safety classification
  • Large European food product database
  • User contributions and community features
  • Daily notifications on new insect-ingredient products
Features
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Have you ever wondered what’s really inside the food you buy in European supermarkets? Among complex chemical ingredients and long E-codes like E120 and E904, insect-derived substances may be hiding — and you might never notice them. The Insekten Scanner app lets you uncover the truth in just one second — because you have the right to know what you eat. The app works as an intelligent shopping assistant, scanning food products and analyzing their composition to instantly show whether they contain animal-based ingredients such as carmine or shellac. Whether you’re vegan, allergic, or simply want to eat clean and safe food, Insekten Scanner is the practical solution you need. How does the app work? Simply point your camera at the product’s barcode, and Insekten Scanner instantly performs an analysis, displaying the result within a second. You can also use the advanced manual search to find any product — even if you don’t have it with you. Type in the product name, barcode number, or a keyword like “chocolate” or “fruit juice,” and the app will show you a list of related products. Instant and clear results Safe: The product contains no insect ingredients. Not safe: The product contains components or colorants derived from insects. Each result provides detailed information, including: • complete ingredient list • country of origin and production site • potential retail locations • reason for containing insect-derived substances (e.g. colorants or glossy coatings) • Nutri-Score and food safety classification The largest European food database The app includes over 3 million food products from various European brands and retailers. Each new product is carefully verified, and the database is regularly updated to ensure accurate and reliable results. Interactive user experience With Insekten Scanner, you can be part of the growing community that helps improve the app: • comment on products and share your experiences; • report errors or inaccurate information; • suggest or add new products by uploading photos and details — our team reviews and approves them; • earn points for every contribution — the more you participate, the higher your profile rank and the greater your chances for rewards or contests. Exclusive daily notifications A unique feature: receive daily notifications about newly discovered products containing insect-based ingredients. Stay informed about what’s on the market — without having to search manually. Simple and multilingual The app offers a modern, intuitive interface available in English, German, and Arabic, with more European languages coming soon. Easily sign in with Apple ID, Google Account, or create a personal profile. Your smart shopping companion Instead of reading tiny labels or decoding E-numbers, simply open Insekten Scanner and scan the product. Within a second, you’ll get a full analysis showing whether your food is safe or contains insect derivatives — fast, precise, and reliable. Whether you’re in a supermarket, a health food store, or shopping online, Insekten Scanner helps you make informed choices and avoid unwanted products. It’s not just an app — it’s your personal nutrition advisor, improving every day thanks to users like you. Download Insekten Scanner now and discover what really hides behind the ingredients and codes — where food transparency is finally in your hands!

About

SiegelBlick

Scan food product barcodes to check for sustainability certifications in a comprehensive database. Get factual information without ratings or recommendations, allowing you to make informed choices.

Highlights
  • Scan food barcodes
  • Check sustainability certifications
  • Access Open Food Facts database
  • Selectable certification types
  • Source information provided
  • No user accounts or tracking
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SiegelBlick liest den Barcode einer Lebensmittelverpackung und schlägt bei der offenen Datenbank Open Food Facts nach, ob dort für dieses Produkt ein Nachhaltigkeitssiegel eingetragen ist. Barcode vor die Kamera halten — fertig. FAKTEN STATT BEWERTUNG SiegelBlick vergibt keine Noten und spricht keine Empfehlungen aus. Die App zeigt genau eine Sache: was in der Datenbank steht. Was du daraus machst, bleibt dir überlassen. NEUN SIEGEL, DEINE AUSWAHL Voreingestellt ist Rainforest Alliance. In den Einstellungen schaltest du weitere dazu: UTZ, Fairtrade, Demeter, Naturland, Bioland, MSC, ASC und Ohne Gentechnik. Zu jedem steht dort, wer es vergibt und wer prüft — mit Quellenangabe. DATENSCHUTZ Kein Nutzerkonto, kein Tracking, keine Werbe-IDs, keine Scan-Historie. Übertragen wird nur der gescannte Barcode. Kamerabilder verlassen das Gerät nicht. Auf dem Gerät liegen genau zwei Werte: welche Siegel du beobachtest und ob die Einführung schon gelaufen ist. UNABHÄNGIG SiegelBlick ist ein unabhängiges, privates Projekt. Es besteht keine Verbindung zu den Organisationen hinter den Siegeln und keine zu Open Food Facts. Die Namen der Siegel sind Marken ihrer jeweiligen Inhaber und werden ausschließlich beschreibend verwendet, um auf den Eintrag in der Datenbank zu verweisen. Daten von Open Food Facts (ODbL).

Screenshots

Insect Scanner Plus4 screens
SiegelBlick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SiegelBlick at Free against Insect Scanner Plus's $1.99. On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SiegelBlick is free to download; Insect Scanner Plus costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Insect Scanner Plus versus SiegelBlick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInsect Scanner PlusSiegelBlick
Price$1.99Free — better
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews55.6% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 25 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRashed AlaranMaxim Zitnikowski

Customer experience

Insect Scanner Plus

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%

SiegelBlick

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

None

Insect Scanner Plus

No in-app purchases

None

SiegelBlick

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Insect Scanner Plus free?
Insect Scanner Plus costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SiegelBlick free?
SiegelBlick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Insect Scanner Plus or SiegelBlick have ads?
Neither Insect Scanner Plus nor SiegelBlick shows ads.

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