PhenoTyper vs iPhonotype
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PhenoTyper
This app provides on-the-go plant phenotype analysis, capturing detailed data on leaves, seeds, and seed quantities. It supports batch image processing and integrates with cloud-based analysis and storage for easy data sharing and report export.
- Plant leaf and seed analysis
- Seed quantity measurement
- Peanut shell waist measurement
- On-the-go photography
- Batch image processing
- Cloud-based analysis and storage
- Data sharing and report export
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Introducing our cutting-edge all-in-one plant phenotype analysis software, meticulously crafted to gather comprehensive data on plant leaves, seeds, seed quantity (across diverse species), and precise measurements of peanut shell waists. Our exceptional mobile app empowers users with on-the-go photography and intelligent phenotype analysis, featuring robust support for batch processing of images. The entire workflow seamlessly integrates with cloud-based model analysis and data storage, offering versatile options for data sharing, transmission, and the hassle-free export of detailed reports.
iPhonotype
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iPhonotype is a mobile plant phenotyping app for researchers, labs, and controlled-environment workflows. Capture structured plant datasets directly on iPhone and organize them into experiments that are ready for downstream analysis. Use iPhonotype to record 3D plant scans, root imaging datasets, environmental light measurements, leaf reflectance readings, and top-view phenotyping sessions from a single mobile workflow. Key capabilities include: • 3D plant scanning and packaged capture sessions • Root capture workflows for dishes, videos, and scanner-style datasets • Environmental light and leaf reflectance measurements • 2D phenotyping workflows for foliage, seed lots, and fruit lots • On-device organization of experiments, sessions, and packaged results • Batch 3D preview building for selected scans, paced to protect device stability • Export of available preliminary traits and segmentation-mask evidence • Sync and handoff to iPhonotype Studio for deeper desktop analysis iPhonotype is built for scientific imaging workflows where traceable capture, organized data packaging, and flexible downstream analysis matter. Preliminary on-device traits support field checks. iPhonotype Studio remains the recommended workflow for final desktop analysis.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: iPhonotype at fortnightly against PhenoTyper's every 5 weeks. PhenoTyper's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PhenoTyper ships an update every 5 weeks, iPhonotype fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PhenoTyper | iPhonotype |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 199 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 佳琳 于 | Vinicius Lube |
In-app purchases
PhenoTyper
No in-app purchases
iPhonotype
No in-app purchases









