ScanMate vs PlantSnapper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ScanMate
Transform your device into a versatile scanning tool. Effortlessly count objects with AI, measure dimensions using augmented reality, and scan URLs or barcodes for quick information retrieval. Get accurate results for real-world tasks in seconds.
- AI-powered object counting with smart markers
- AR ruler for length and area measurement
- URL scanner from images
- Product barcode scanner
- Scan history for saved scans
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ScanMate: Count, Measure, Code turns your phone into a smart scanning tool. Count objects with AI-powered photo markers, measure length and area using AR, and scan URLs—all in one fast and easy app. Built for real-world tasks, ScanMate: Count, Measure, Code helps you get accurate results in seconds. Key Features Scan & Count with Smart Markers: Take a photo and let AI count objects and mark each position clearly AR Ruler & Area Measurement: Measure length and surface area in real time using AR technology URL Scanner: Scan URLs instantly from images or printed materials Product Barcode Scanner: Scan barcodes to view product details instantly Scan History: Save and review your scans anytime Privacy Policy：https://ap06.com/aicount/privacy.html Terms of Use： https://ap06.com/aicount/terms.html
PlantSnapper
Instantly identify plants, flowers, and trees with a quick photo. Get general care guidance, including watering and light needs, to keep your plants healthy. Unlock detailed information and identification with a subscription.
- Photo-based plant identification
- Detailed plant information
- General plant care guidance
- Watering and light suggestions
- Simple user interface
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PlantSnapper helps you identify plants quickly using your camera. Simply take a photo to recognize plants, flowers, and trees with ease. The app provides general care guidance, including watering suggestions, light preferences, and basic maintenance tips to help support plant health. With a PlantSnapper subscription, you can unlock full access to plant identification and detailed plant information, making it easier to learn about and care for a wide variety of plants. Features: - Plant identification using photos (available with subscription) - Detailed plant information and insights (available with subscription) - General plant care information - Simple and easy-to-use interface - Helpful tips for indoor and outdoor plants Subscription: - Subscribe to access plant identification and detailed plant information features - Subscriptions are billed automatically and renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings Disclaimer: Identification results and care suggestions are for informational purposes only and may not always be accurate. Always verify plant care with additional sources if needed. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/plantsnapper/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/plantsnapper/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ScanMate at 4.6 against PlantSnapper's 3.9. ScanMate also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%). PlantSnapper's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (371 vs 11). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. ScanMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and PlantSnapper sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScanMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlantSnapper has 371 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of ScanMate's written reviews are positive against 0% of PlantSnapper's.
ScanMate ships an update every 5 weeks, PlantSnapper fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanMate | PlantSnapper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (11 ratings) — better | 3.9 (371 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11 | 371 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 114 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 培锐 苏 | 雪薇 宋 |
Customer experience
ScanMate
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In-app purchases
ScanMate
- Free 3-day trial3 Days trial$19.997 Days
- Month Plan$39.991 Month
PlantSnapper
- Plant Snapper Pro7 Days trial$19.997 Days
- Plant Snapper Pro3 Days trial$19.997 Days
- Plant Snapper Pro$29.991 Year
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- Plant Snapper Pro$34.991 Year
- PlantSnapper Premium Yearly$89.991 Year
