Comparison

HomeCraft vs PlantScan

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

Head to head
About

HomeCraft

Identify plants and insects with AI, then transform natural and recycled materials into unique art using step-by-step tutorials. Build a digital nature almanac and share your creations with a community of eco-conscious artists.

Highlights
  • AI-powered plant and insect identification
  • Upcycling craft idea generation
  • Step-by-step eco-tutorials
  • Digital nature almanac
  • Community inspiration gallery
  • Nature journaling
Features
Currently charting
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Create something meaningful with HomeCraft. Whether you're decorating your home, giving old items a second life, or looking for a fun weekend project, HomeCraft helps you turn ideas into real creations. Explore step-by-step DIY projects across a wide range of categories: • Home Decor Refresh your space with handmade decorations, organizers, seasonal displays, and personalized touches. • Upcycling & Recycling Transform cardboard boxes, jars, cans, packaging, and other everyday items into useful and beautiful creations. • Family & Kids Projects Enjoy creative activities together with easy projects designed for families and children. • Seasonal & Holiday Crafts Make decorations and gifts for birthdays, holidays, parties, and special occasions. • Creative DIY Ideas Discover unique projects inspired by makers and creators around the world. With clear instructions, helpful visuals, and beginner-friendly guidance, HomeCraft makes DIY accessible for everyone. Why you'll love HomeCraft: - Easy step-by-step tutorials - Beginner-friendly projects - Hundreds of DIY ideas - Home decor and organization projects - Upcycling and recycling inspiration - Family-friendly activities - New projects added regularly From simple weekend crafts to meaningful home transformations, HomeCraft helps you create more with what you already have. Start making today. [About HomeCraft Premium] • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription• Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off, by going to iTunes Subscriptions after purchase Terms of Use:https://app-service.naturecraftapp.com/static/user_agreement.html Privacy Policy:https://app-service.naturecraftapp.com/static/privacy_policy.html

About

PlantScan

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
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PlantScan allows you to scan plant leaves and discover useful information about them. Take a photo to identify plants and explore general care recommendations such as watering frequency, sunlight exposure, and maintenance suggestions. Features: - Leaf and plant scanning - Informational care guides - Clean and simple design - Suitable for beginners Subscription: PlantScan offers optional subscription plans for access to premium features. Subscriptions can be managed or canceled through your Apple ID settings. Disclaimer: This app provides general plant information and does not guarantee accuracy of results. It is intended for educational use only. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/aiplantscan/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/aiplantscan/privacy-policy

Screenshots

HomeCraft4 screens
PlantScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HomeCraft at 70% against PlantScan's 20%. HomeCraft also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and chart position (#98 vs unranked). PlantScan's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. HomeCraft sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HomeCraft holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HomeCraft has 2.7K ratings behind it against 430, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of HomeCraft's written reviews are positive against 20% of PlantScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeCraft ships an update every 3 weeks, PlantScan every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
HomeCraft versus PlantScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeCraftPlantScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.7K ratings) — better4.3 (430 ratings)
Positive reviews70.2% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.7K — better430
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank#98 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNext Vision Limited焱辉 史

Customer experience

HomeCraft

All ratings2,577 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive70.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative24.6%

PlantScan

All ratings430 ratings
Positive79.8%
Neutral5.3%
Negative14.9%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HomeCraft

Subscriptions3
  • HomeCraft Premium$29.991 Year
  • NatureCraft Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • NatureCraft Premium1 Month trial$29.991 Year
5 purchases

PlantScan

Subscriptions5
  • PlantScan 1 Week Pro7 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • PlantScan 1 Week Pro3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • PlantScan 1 Year Pro$29.991 Year
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  • PlantScan 1 Year Pro$34.991 Year
  • PlantScan 1 Year Pro$89.991 Year

Questions

Is HomeCraft free?
HomeCraft 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, HomeCraft or PlantScan?
HomeCraft is rated higher. HomeCraft averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while PlantScan averages 4.3 from 430 ratings.
Do HomeCraft or PlantScan have ads?
Neither HomeCraft nor PlantScan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeCraft or PlantScan?
HomeCraft ships an update every 3 weeks, and PlantScan every 9 days. Most recently, HomeCraft was updated on October 30, 2026 and PlantScan on October 31, 2026.

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