# Bug ID vs Spider Identifier

The clearest difference is rating: Spider Identifier at 4.4 against Bug ID's 4.0. Spider Identifier also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Bug ID's advantage is ratings volume (844 vs 85). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug ID sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Spider Identifier sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spider Identifier holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug ID has 844 ratings behind it against 85, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 23% of Bug ID's written reviews are positive against 15% of Spider Identifier's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bug ID ships an update every 5 weeks, Spider Identifier every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug ID | Spider Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (844 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-id-insect-identifier/id6499542846/reviews) | **[4.4 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-identifier-ai-scanner/id6737232272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **844** | 85 |
| Positive reviews | **22.7% of reviews** | 15.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) | [Semen Sharyhin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463206827) |

## What reviewers say

### Bug ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-id-insect-identifier/id6499542846)

Instantly identify insects, spiders, butterflies, and slugs by taking a picture. Access detailed information about each species, track your discoveries, and organize them into custom collections. Become an entomology expert with this comprehensive guide.

**Highlights:** Instant insect identification via photo, Detailed insect profiles, Pest control and prevention tips, Track and save insect finds, Customizable insect collections, AI-powered bug finder

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access (3 days trial) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast identification
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔍 Accurate identification
- 🔍 Detailed insect information
- 💡 Helpful for students and nature enthusiasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate identification
- 🔒 Deceptive free trial
- 💰 Subscription required
- 🙅‍♀️ Difficult to cancel subscription
- 📷 Struggles with blurry/small images

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent identification results
- Deleting photos after closing the app

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Zoom functionality for small insects
- Ability to provide additional details about insects


### Spider Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-identifier-ai-scanner/id6737232272)

Instantly identify spiders by uploading a photo or taking a new one. This AI-powered application analyzes images using advanced algorithms and a vast database to provide accurate identification and detailed information about the spider.

**Highlights:** AI-powered identification, Photo analysis, Image upload, Comprehensive database, Detailed species information, Instant results

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spider identifier Premium Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spider Identifier Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Spider ID Lifetime Unlimited | Free | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug ID free?

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

### Is Spider Identifier free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bug ID or Spider Identifier?

Spider Identifier is rated higher. Bug ID averages 4.0 out of 5 from 844 ratings, while Spider Identifier averages 4.4 from 85 ratings.

### Do Bug ID or Spider Identifier have ads?

Neither Bug ID nor Spider Identifier shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bug ID or Spider Identifier?

Bug ID ships an update every 5 weeks, and Spider Identifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bug ID was updated on November 4, 2026 and Spider Identifier on November 4, 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.*