# Bug Identifier & ID Insect vs PlantScan

The clearest difference is rating: PlantScan at 4.3 against Bug Identifier & ID Insect's 4.1. PlantScan also leads on ratings volume (430 vs 33). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bug Identifier & ID Insect sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and PlantScan sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PlantScan holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlantScan has 430 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Bug Identifier & ID Insect ships an update every 2 weeks, PlantScan every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bug Identifier & ID Insect | PlantScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-and-id-insect/id6636465476/reviews) | **[4.3 (430 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plantscanleaf-identifier/id6761518436/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 33 | **430** |
| Positive reviews | — | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 18 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aberkane Software House FZ-LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846780866) | [焱辉 史](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886300170) |

## What reviewers say

### Bug Identifier & ID Insect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-identifier-and-id-insect/id6636465476)

Identify insects and spiders using your phone's camera. Get detailed information on species, including classification, habitat, behavior, and ecological role. Learn fascinating facts about the insect world around you.

**Highlights:** Image recognition for insect identification, Detailed species classification, Information on habitat and behavior, Ecological role and life cycle details, Conservation status and interesting facts, Supports over 6,387 insect species

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access for 1 week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Full access for 1 year | $4.99 | per year |


### PlantScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plantscanleaf-identifier/id6761518436)

Identify plants and learn about their care needs by scanning their leaves. Get general recommendations for watering, sunlight, and maintenance. Ideal for new plant owners.

**Highlights:** Leaf and plant scanning, Plant identification, Care guides, Watering recommendations, Sunlight exposure info, Maintenance suggestions

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlantScan 1 Week Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| PlantScan 1 Week Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| PlantScan 1 Year Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| PlantScan 1 Year Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| PlantScan 1 Year Pro | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bug Identifier & ID Insect free?

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

### Is PlantScan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bug Identifier & ID Insect or PlantScan?

PlantScan is rated higher. Bug Identifier & ID Insect averages 4.1 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while PlantScan averages 4.3 from 430 ratings.

### Do Bug Identifier & ID Insect or PlantScan have ads?

Neither Bug Identifier & ID Insect nor PlantScan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bug Identifier & ID Insect or PlantScan?

Bug Identifier & ID Insect ships an update every 2 weeks, and PlantScan every 9 days. Most recently, Bug Identifier & ID Insect was updated on October 8, 2026 and PlantScan on October 20, 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.*