Comparison

Insect Identifier by Picture vs Bug Identifier

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

Head to head
About

Insect Identifier by Picture

Instantly identify insects and spiders using AI by snapping a photo or uploading an image. Access a comprehensive database with detailed information and learn about various species through educational content and an AI chat assistant.

Highlights
  • Instant AI identification
  • Extensive species database
  • Detailed educational content
  • AI chat assistant for questions
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Something just landed on your arm. There's a spider in the bathtub. Your kid is holding a caterpillar and asking what it is. Does it sting? Is it venomous? Can you touch it? Is it a pest that's about to move in? Point your camera at it and know in seconds. Insect Identifier by Picture tells you what the bug is and whether it's safe in a few seconds. One tap opens the camera, one tap takes the shot, and Coco, your ladybird guide, walks you through the answer: safety first, then look-alikes, fun facts, seasons and the full story. Photos from your library work too. WHAT ONE PHOTO TELLS YOU • Its name, common and scientific, with an honest confidence meter • Is it safe? Harmless, use caution or can be dangerous, and whether it stings, bites, is venomous or irritates skin • Look-alikes and the clues that tell them apart: brown recluse or harmless house spider, honeybee or yellowjacket • When and where to look: season, habitat, what it eats, size and range • Field notes on how it lives and the role it plays ASK COCO "Will it spread through the house?" "Can it hurt my dog?" "How do I explain this to my 6-year-old?" Ask Coco follow-up questions about your find and get a straight answer. Recent conversations stay for two weeks after you last use them, then they're deleted. FOR EVERY "WHAT IS THAT?" MOMENT • At home: spiders, stink bugs, bed bugs, cockroaches, beetles • In the garden: pest or helper? • On walks and hikes: ticks, caterpillars, wasps and bees • With kids: a curious question gets a real answer Insects, spiders and more: beetles, butterflies and moths, bees and wasps, ants, ticks, caterpillars, snails, slugs, centipedes, millipedes and pill bugs. YOUR COLLECTION • Every species you meet becomes an illustrated sticker card • Rarity comes from how often people really observe it, so rare finds shine • A monthly challenge of three bugs that are out right now • A count of the harmless bugs you met and left in peace • Share any find as a collectible card In English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Arabic. PRO Pro unlocks unlimited identifications and unlimited questions for Coco. Every identification you get includes its safety answer, the full field guide and a card for your collection. Subscription details: Pro is an auto-renewing subscription, billed weekly or yearly. New weekly subscribers may be offered an introductory first week at a reduced price. Prices vary by country and are shown in the app before you buy. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions. Safety information is general guidance, not medical advice. If someone has been stung or bitten and feels unwell, contact a medical professional or emergency services. Terms of Use: https://adianit.com/tos Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://adianit.com/pp

About

Bug Identifier

Instantly identify insects and spiders by snapping a photo. Access detailed information about species, habitats, and life cycles. Build a digital collection of your discoveries.

Highlights
  • Instant insect and spider recognition
  • 96.5% identification accuracy
  • Detailed species information
  • Digital insect collection
  • Easy-to-use interface
Features
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Curious about that strange bug in your garden? Wondering what spider just built a web by your window? Stop guessing with Bug Identifier: InsectAI. Simply snap or upload a photo, and our powerful AI will give you an accurate identification in seconds. Bug Identifier: InsectAI puts an insect expert in your pocket. Features: • Instant Recognition: Identify over 1000 types of insects and spiders almost instantly. • Remarkably Accurate: Trust your results with our 96.5% identification accuracy rate. • Learn More Than Just Names: Dive into our rich knowledge base! Explore detailed species information, discover habitats, understand life cycles, and see amazing photos. • Effortless Discovery: Our clean, easy-to-use interface makes identifying bugs simple and fun. Build your personal digital insect collection in Bug Identifier: InsectAI! Keep track of every fascinating creature you identify and share your discoveries. Ready to explore the incredible world of insects around you? Download Bug Identifier: InsectAI now and satisfy your curiosity! Terms: https://www.bugidentifier.app/terms Privacy: https://www.bugidentifier.app/privacy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Insect Identifier by Picture4 screens
Bug Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bug Identifier at 4.9 against Insect Identifier by Picture's 4.2. Bug Identifier also leads on ratings volume (41 vs 5). Insect Identifier by Picture's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Insect Identifier by Picture sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Bug Identifier sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bug Identifier holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bug Identifier has 41 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Insect Identifier by Picture ships an update daily, Bug Identifier every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Insect Identifier by Picture versus Bug Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInsect Identifier by PictureBug Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)4.9 (41 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings541 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB33 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMarcin SlusarekDarian Macharowski

Customer experience

Insect Identifier by Picture

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Bug Identifier

All ratings40 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Insect Identifier by Picture

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly$22.991 Year
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  • Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
8 purchases

Bug Identifier

Subscriptions5
  • Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Pro (Annual)$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • LifetimeFree
  • Unlock Lifetime Access$29.99
  • Pro Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is Insect Identifier by Picture free?
Insect Identifier by Picture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bug Identifier free?
Bug Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Insect Identifier by Picture or Bug Identifier?
Bug Identifier is rated higher. Insect Identifier by Picture averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Bug Identifier averages 4.9 from 41 ratings.
Do Insect Identifier by Picture or Bug Identifier have ads?
Neither Insect Identifier by Picture nor Bug Identifier shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Insect Identifier by Picture or Bug Identifier?
Insect Identifier by Picture ships an update daily, and Bug Identifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, Insect Identifier by Picture was updated on October 30, 2026 and Bug Identifier on November 4, 2026.

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