# Bug ID vs Learn to read Japanese

The clearest difference is price: Bug ID at Free against Learn to read Japanese's $0.99. Learn to read Japanese's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

Bug ID is free to download; Learn to read Japanese costs $0.99 up front. Bug ID sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Learn to read Japanese asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug ID | Learn to read Japanese |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.0 (844 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-id-insect-identifier/id6499542846/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **844** | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 52 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) | [Golmium](https://appshunter.io/developer/887238485) |

## 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


### Learn to read Japanese

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-to-read-japanese/id6744560744)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug ID free?

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

### Is Learn to read Japanese free?

Learn to read Japanese costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Bug ID or Learn to read Japanese have ads?

Neither Bug ID nor Learn to read Japanese shows ads.

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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.*