Lanternfly Reporter vs Insectio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lanternfly Reporter
Report sightings of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly in Pennsylvania. This app allows users to easily submit sightings directly to the PA Department of Agriculture to help control the spread of this destructive species. View your past reports and contribute to environmental protection efforts.
- Report Spotted Lanternfly sightings
- Submit reports directly to PA Department of Agriculture
- View past reports
- Contribute to pest control efforts
- Easy 3-step reporting process
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Help report and stop the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly in Pennsylvania. The Spotted Lanternfly is a destructive invasive species that poses a significant threat to our local environment. When you report a lanternfly you are helping Pennsylvania control the spread of them. Start Reporting in 3 Easy Steps: 1. Download the app 2. Fill in your information 3. Press REPORT to report lantern flies After reporting you can view your past reports and send in more of them. All reports go directly to the PA Department of Agriculture so that they can focus their efforts in the right places. This app is not affiliated with the PA Department of Agriculture.
Insectio
Instantly identify insects from photos and receive risk assessments. Build a personal collection, get local outdoor safety tips, and stay updated on pest activity. Features state rankings for insect enthusiasts.
- Instant insect identification from photos
- Risk labeling for identified insects
- Personal insect collection archive
- Outdoor bug prevention guide
- Real-time local pest activity notices
- US state ranking lists
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Welcome to Insectio - Insect Identifier, your practical insect science and outdoor tool. Instant Identification & Risk Labeling Take or upload photos for fast insect recognition. Each result comes with clear risk tags to distinguish harmful insects from common species. Personal Collection Archive Save your favorite identification records. View history entries anytime and create your personal insect archive. Outdoor Bug Prevention Guide Get local bug protection tips for hiking, camping and outdoor trips. Learn about regional insects and useful safety measures. Local Real-time Pest Activity Notice Stay informed of local insect activity and seasonal trends, so you can prepare proper protection ahead of time. US State Ranking List View local rankings and compete with fellow insect lovers in your state. Simple and easy to use, perfect for outdoor fans, nature explorers and insect enthusiasts. Download now and explore nature with peace of mind. end user license agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ privacy policy: https://insectio.com/privacy-policy/ terms of use: https://insectio.com/terms-of-service/ support: help@insectio.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lanternfly Reporter at none against Insectio's 2. Insectio's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, rating and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Insectio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $37.99 per year. Lanternfly Reporter asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lanternfly Reporter against 5.0 for Insectio. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.
| Parameter | Lanternfly Reporter | Insectio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | — | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 99 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lantern Fly Technologies LLC | NURO DEX LIMITED |
In-app purchases
Lanternfly Reporter
No in-app purchases
Insectio
- Insectio Plus7 Days trial$37.991 Year
- Insectio Pro1 Month trial$37.991 Year
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