BirdDex vs Bug Identifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BirdDex
Identify birds by taking photos and build your personal collection. Earn XP, level up your expertise, and discover new species on every outdoor adventure. Perfect for casual explorers and seasoned birdwatchers alike.
- AI-powered bird identification
- Build a personal bird collection
- Earn XP and level up mastery
- Detailed species information
- Discover birds in any location
- Suitable for all experience levels
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BirdDex is a bird identification game that turns every walk outside into a wildlife adventure: photograph birds, collect 'em all! Ever looked at a bird and wondered "what bird is this?" Snap a photo and BirdDex identifies the species for you in seconds. Then earn XP based on the species, level up, and grow your personal collection. HOW IT WORKS See a bird? Take a photo and let BirdDex do the rest. Our AI identifies the most likely species in seconds, giving you detailed information about what you just spotted. Every photograph earns XP toward mastering that species — the more you capture, the more of an expert you become. BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Track every species you've photographed in your personal BirdDex — your very own digital life list. Watch your collection grow as you discover new birds in your backyard, local parks, and travels around the world. Each species has its own mastery level that unlocks as you photograph more. Can you complete your BirdDex? EXPLORE & DISCOVER Birds are everywhere! Your backyard, city parks, hiking trails, nature reserves. BirdDex makes birdwatching rewarding whether you're a seasoned birder or picking up your first field guide. No expert knowledge required. Just point, shoot, and discover what's been flying around you all along. Terms of Use: https://birddex.co/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://birddex.co/privacy-policy.html
Bug Identifier
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Identify insects easily with Buzzy. It's never been quicker. Key Features: - Snap a photo or upload an image - Instantly identify the insect - Get detailed information - Start a bug collection - Very high accuracy - Allows zooming in for closeup pictures The first two scans are free! Then, you can unlock unlimited scans with an in-app-purchase. Terms: https://flowritesco.de/tos.html?app=Buzzy Privacy: https://flowritesco.de/privacy-policy.html?app=Buzzy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: BirdDex at 3 against Bug Identifier's 1. BirdDex also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. BirdDex sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bug Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BirdDex ships an update every 10 days, Bug Identifier every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.
| Parameter | BirdDex | Bug Identifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Stella Yang | Florian Schweizer |
In-app purchases
BirdDex
- BirdDex Pro (Monthly)$4.991 Month
- BirdDex Pro (Yearly)$39.991 Year
Bug Identifier
- Buzzy Pro Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Buzzy Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
