Comparison

Bug Identifier vs iBug

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

Head to head
About

Bug Identifier

Features
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Found a bug in the kitchen, a spider in the bathtub or a caterpillar on your roses? Take a photo and Bug Identifier tells you what it is, whether it's dangerous and what to do about it. IDENTIFY BUGS FROM A PHOTO • Insects, spiders, ticks, caterpillars, beetles, moths, wasps and more • AI identification checked against the GBIF scientific taxonomy • Up to 3 likely matches, so you can compare look-alikes • Use your camera or a photo from your library IS IT DANGEROUS? • A clear verdict for people, pets, plants and your home • Does it bite or sting, is it venomous, is it a pest • What to do if you find it: at home, in the garden, if it bites you or near your pet BUG BITE CHECKER • Photograph a bite or sting to see which bugs could have caused it • Care tips and the signs that mean you should see a doctor AI BUG EXPERT • Ask anything about a bug: behavior, habitat, bites or keeping it out of your home • Send a photo and ask about it BUG GUIDE • Collections: biting bugs, indoor pests, garden pests, beneficial insects, spiders and invasive species • Household pests and easy-to-read articles • Search 18,268 species by name • A new bug of the day YOUR COLLECTION • Save the bugs you find and see your scan history • Share your finds with friends Identifications and danger information are estimates from photos, for general guidance only. The bite checker is not medical advice: if a bite or sting causes a strong reaction, get medical help right away. BUG IDENTIFIER PREMIUM The free version includes 3 identifications and 5 AI expert questions per day. Premium gives you many more identifications and questions every day. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation, or at the end of the free trial if there is one. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://privacy.owltaps.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://privacy.owltaps.com

About

iBug

Identify insects from a photo and learn if they are harmless, helpful, or pests requiring attention. Get pest diagnosis, build a personal collection of identified creatures, and receive photo tips with an AI assistant for better identification.

Highlights
  • Instant insect identification from photos
  • Pest diagnosis and removal advice
  • Personal insect collection and notes
  • Photo tips and AI assistant
  • Identification of bugs, beetles, flies, ants, spiders
Features
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Identify insects from a photo and understand whether they are harmless visitors, helpful species, or pests that need attention. MAIN FEATURES: - Instant insect identification: Take or upload a picture to identify bugs, beetles, flies, ants, spiders, and other small creatures. - Pest diagnosis: When an insect may be a nuisance, iBug explains the likely issue, possible damage, and practical steps to remove it safely. - Personal insect collection: Save identified insects, revisit notes, and keep track of what you have found at home, outside, or while traveling. - Photo tips and AI assistant: Get guidance for clearer photos and ask follow-up questions when you need more context. Use iBug as a practical field companion for insect identification and pest guidance. Terms of use: https://berthx.io/ibug/terms Privacy policy: https://berthx.io/ibug/privacy

Screenshots

Bug Identifier4 screens
iBug4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iBug at weekly against Bug Identifier's every 4 months. iBug also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.2 vs 17.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bug Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and iBug sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bug Identifier ships an update every 4 months, iBug weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bug Identifier versus iBug: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBug IdentifieriBug
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—22 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB100 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJose SaponBerthX

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Bug Identifier

Subscriptions2
  • 3-Day Trial (Weekly)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$29.991 Year
2 purchases

iBug

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$47.991 Year

Questions

Is Bug Identifier free?
Bug Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iBug free?
iBug is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bug Identifier or iBug have ads?
Neither Bug Identifier nor iBug shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bug Identifier or iBug?
Bug Identifier ships an update every 4 months, and iBug weekly. Most recently, Bug Identifier was updated on October 8, 2026 and iBug on October 24, 2026.

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