Herpi vs HerpLog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Herpi
Learn about reptile species in Georgia, distinguishing venomous from non-venomous. This app provides safety tips, guidance on observing from a distance, and what to do in case of a bite.
- Identify reptile species
- Distinguish venomous from non-venomous
- Learn safety protocols
- Observe reptiles safely
- First aid for bites
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Herpi is The Georgian Reptile Database that helps users gain knowledge and learn how to distinguish the most feared animals on the planet. By using this app, you will: - Learn about different reptile species in your area - Learn how to distinguish venomous reptiles from non-venomous - Learn how to keep yourself safe - Learn that they are not as dangerous as you think - Learn how to observe them from a safe distance - Learn what to do if you get bitten by any of them.
HerpLog
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The Ultimate Field Journal for Herpetology Precision Data. Powered by AI. HerpLog is built for the modern herper who demands more than just a photo gallery. Whether you are road-cruising at midnight or trekking through the rainforest, HerpLog automates the tedious parts of record-keeping so you can focus on the find. Identify & Record Instantly AI Species ID: Snap a photo or upload from your gallery. HerpLog’s intelligent recognition model identifies species in seconds. Auto-Metadata Extraction: Never manually type a date or coordinate again. The app automatically pulls exact GPS coordinates, altitude, accuracy, and timestamps directly from your phone or the photo’s EXIF data. Detailed Field Data Go beyond the basics. For every record, you can log critical biological and behavioral data: Demographics: Record the sex and age (Neonate, Juvenile, Sub-adult, Adult). Behavioral Tags: Note specific behaviors like basking, hunting, or defensive displays. High-Resolution Assets: Your macro photography is saved with the data it deserves. Session Tracking & Analytics Track your effort as much as your finds. Start a "Herping Session" to record: Real-time Stats: View duration, distance covered, and total finds. Field Metrics: Monitor your Finds per Hour (FPH) to analyze the success of different locations or weather patterns over time. Your Digital Lifelist Your data is yours. Organize your sightings into a beautiful, searchable database. Perfect for personal record-keeping, citizen science prep, or simply looking back at a legendary night in the field.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HerpLog at every 5 days against Herpi's every 7 months. HerpLog also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 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.
Herpi ships an update every 7 months, HerpLog every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Herpi | HerpLog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Konstantine Tsirgvava | Sriram Seshagiri |
In-app purchases
Herpi
No in-app purchases
HerpLog
No in-app purchases









