Comparison

PetBugFinder vs TickScan AI

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

Head to head
About

PetBugFinder

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PetBugFinder helps you scan your pet's coat for unwanted hitchhikers in seconds. The live camera feed uses tuned color inversion and highlights to make moving insects stand out against fur. Use it after outdoor adventures to make sure your dog or cat comes home pest-free. Stay ready with: - Real-time filters including Normal, General Inversion, and Edge modes at no cost. - Premium Light, Dark, Brown, Gold, and Gray filters that unlock extra contrast for different coat colors. - Freeze-frame capture, 1x/2x zoom, and tap-to-focus so you can inspect tricky spots without chasing a wiggly pet. - Back or front camera support plus flashlight control for low-light checks. - Custom daily, weekday, or weekend reminders that prompt post-walk bug inspections. PetBugFinder is a visual aid only and does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment.

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TickScan AI

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TICKSCAN AI – THE FIRST APP THAT ACTIVELY SCANS YOUR PET’S FUR FOR TICKS TickScan AI uses a specially developed AI model to actively scan your pet’s fur for ticks – fast, precise, and reliable. Especially in dark or dense fur, ticks are often difficult to spot and can easily go unnoticed. TickScan AI works like an extra, highly precise pair of eyes: it scans your pet’s fur and highlights even hard-to-see ticks directly in the image. So you can spot ticks faster and protect your pet before they become a problem. Developed by dog lovers for pet owners, TickScan AI gives you peace of mind – on every walk, every hike, and every outdoor adventure. FIND TICKS IN SECONDS – NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Start instantly – no sign-up, no account required. Just open the app and begin scanning. The intuitive design makes tick detection quick, simple, and stress-free. SMART FEATURES FOR BETTER DETECTION * Enhanced filters to improve visibility * Built-in flashlight mode for low-light conditions * Optional sound alert when a tick is detected 100% PRIVATE & WORKS OFFLINE TickScan AI works completely offline – whether you’re in the woods, in the mountains, or on the go.
All processing happens directly on your device: * No data collection * No data sharing * No image storage BUILT-IN GUIDE A simple, step-by-step guide shows you how to effectively check your pet for ticks. FAIR & TRANSPARENT * No ads * Free scans every month * Unlimited scans with a one-time purchase

Screenshots

TickScan AI3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PetBugFinder at none against TickScan AI's 2. PetBugFinder also leads on iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.0). On price 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. TickScan AI sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. PetBugFinder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
PetBugFinder versus TickScan AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPetBugFinderTickScan AI
PriceFreeFree
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Devices—iPhone — better
Requires iOS18.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperY2J Studio Inc.Wahl Digital Creations UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

In-app purchases

None

PetBugFinder

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TickScan AI

One-time2
  • Support$0.99
  • TickScan AI Unlimited$14.99

Questions

Is PetBugFinder free?
PetBugFinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TickScan AI free?
TickScan AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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