Comparison

LabelBug vs Clayfolio

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

Head to head
About

LabelBug

Effortlessly generate professional insect specimen labels using GPS or map locations. Designed by entomologists, this tool automates label creation, saving time and ensuring accuracy for collectors, students, and researchers.

Highlights
  • GPS-based location auto-population
  • Automated smart formatting
  • Batch saving for multiple specimens
  • Preview labels before printing
  • PDF and CSV export options
  • Save field sites for quick access
Features
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LabelBug - The easiest way to generate labels for insect specimens... right from where you collect, or right from a map location. Designed by an entomologist, for entomologists. LabelBug is the must-have tool for collectors, students, and researchers who need quick, accurate, and professional insect labels—right from your iPhone or iPad. Dare we say, LabelBug makes label-making fun! Why LabelBug? • Lightning-fast label creation – Use your current GPS location or select a map location to auto-populate locality data. Quickly enter other standard label information, and LabelBug auto-formats beautiful labels. • No more hand-written field labels followed by manual label creation. Label your container/vial, identify it in LabelBug, and you're ready to print the moment you get home. • Smart formatting – Your labels are automatically sized to comply with standard labelling techniques. • Batch-saving – Group multiple specimens under the same note with individual label counts (e.g., 'Vial #1', x4 labels). • Preview before printing – See exactly how your labels will look at two size options. • PDF & CSV export – Export your labels for quick printing or custom edits. Other Features: • Save field sites for quick access to new labels. • Render italics for species names. • Edit, archive, or delete label batches as needed. • iCloud backup (if enabled). Whether you're managing research samples or beginning a new hobby, LabelBug takes the busywork out of labeling and lets you focus on discovery, collection of accurate scientific data, and having fun. Simple. Time-saving. Game-changing. --------------------------- Pricing and Subscriptions: Download and use for free. For full functionality, there are two options: Lifetime export access: $7.99 Monthly export access (auto-renew): $0.99 We use Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement. By using this app, you agree to Apple's Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Clayfolio

Features
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Keep track of every piece you create with Clayfolio, the ultimate app for potters. Organize your work by recording clay types, forms, firing methods, and surface details. Snap photos and add notes to capture your creative process. Save and rate your glaze combinations so you never have to guess again. Whether you are a hobbyist or a pro, Clayfolio helps you manage your pottery journey with ease and style.

Screenshots

LabelBug4 screens
Clayfolio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Clayfolio at none against LabelBug's 2. Clayfolio also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.4). LabelBug's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support 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. LabelBug sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Clayfolio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LabelBug ships an update fortnightly, Clayfolio every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
LabelBug versus Clayfolio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLabelBugClayfolio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCollection Jar LLCMaria Posa

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LabelBug

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Export Subscription$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Export Access$7.99
None

Clayfolio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LabelBug free?
LabelBug is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Clayfolio free?
Clayfolio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LabelBug or Clayfolio have ads?
Neither LabelBug nor Clayfolio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LabelBug or Clayfolio?
LabelBug ships an update fortnightly, and Clayfolio every 4 months. Most recently, LabelBug was updated on September 20, 2026 and Clayfolio on September 14, 2026.

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