# Lens Scan vs Tool Identifier

The clearest difference is rating: Lens Scan at 4.6 against Tool Identifier's 1.0. Lens Scan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (19K vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lens Scan sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Tool Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lens Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lens Scan has 19K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Lens Scan ships an update every 10 days, Tool Identifier every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lens Scan | Tool Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lens-scan-identify-anything/id6560107458/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tool-identifier/id6736530395/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#54** | — |
| Size | 95 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EvenEdge](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714810723) | [paragonGamez, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1678198141) |

## What reviewers say

### Lens Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lens-scan-identify-anything/id6560107458)

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Grossing · Utilities, #111 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Instantly identify plants, animals, insects, coins, antiques, and everyday objects using AI-powered image recognition. Get detailed information, care tips, and historical context with just a photo.

**Highlights:** Identify plants and get care tips, Recognize animals and their breeds, Identify insects and bugs, Scan coins for value and history, Identify antiques and historical items, Recognize everyday objects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lens Scan Pro Weekly Discount | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lens Scan Pro Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Lens Scan Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Lens Scan Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Lens Scan Pro Monthly Discount | $12.99 | per month |
| Lens Scan Pro Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Lens Scan Pro Yearly Promo | $19.99 | per year |
| Lens Scan Pro Yearly Promo | $39.99 | per year |
| Lens Scan Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lens Scan Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Lens Scan Pro Monthly | $79.99 | per year |
| Lens Scan Pro Yearly | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate identification
- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Spot on
- 👍 Exactly what it says

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work most of the time
- 🐛 Misidentified items
- 💰 Misleading free trial
- 💰 Took money without permission
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes frequently
- Fails to identify common items
- Doesn't work after initial use

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Better identification accuracy


### Tool Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tool-identifier/id6736530395)

Instantly identify tools by snapping a photo. Access a vast database with detailed information on usage, maintenance, and safety. Ideal for professionals, DIYers, and anyone curious about tools.

**Highlights:** AI-powered tool identification, Extensive tool database, Detailed usage and maintenance info, Expert insights and safety tips, User-friendly photo upload

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lens Scan free?

Lens Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tool Identifier free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lens Scan or Tool Identifier?

Lens Scan is rated higher. Lens Scan averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Tool Identifier averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Lens Scan or Tool Identifier have ads?

Tool Identifier shows ads; Lens Scan does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lens Scan or Tool Identifier?

Lens Scan ships an update every 10 days, and Tool Identifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, Lens Scan was updated on September 26, 2026 and Tool Identifier on June 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.*