Comparison

Beach Explorer vs Seashell Identifier

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

Head to head
About

Beach Explorer

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Amber, sunfish, message in a bottle... Many interesting things are washed upon the Northsea shores. But hardly anyone has recorded so far what is being stranded. Using the Beachxplorer-app you can identify more than 2000 different finds directly on the beach. You can report all these finds to the BeachExplorer database. In case of species that are rare or difficult to identify a proof picture is requested. This allows verification of the determination and serves as proof if you collect observation scores as "species hunter". If you are interested in marine protection you are invited to find additional informations in our web portal www.beachexplorer.org

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Seashell Identifier

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Discover the secrets of every seashell you find with Seashell Identifier-the only app that combines AI-powered identification with comprehensive scientific analysis, safety guidelines, and conservation information to transform your beachcombing into an educational adventure. COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS: TAXONOMY: Learn the common name, scientific Latin name, family group, and biological classification (Gastropod or Bivalve) with fascinating fun facts HABITAT: Discover where your shell lives-intertidal zones, shallow subtidal waters, or deep ocean-plus substrate preferences and feeding behavior FEATURES: Get detailed size comparisons (your find vs. average and maximum sizes), orientation patterns, and surface texture analysis SAFETY: Critical conservation status (IUCN classifications) and danger levels-know if a shell is protected, endangered, or potentially hazardous before you touch it VALUE: Understand rarity classifications and estimated market value for collectors KEY FEATURES: INSTANT IDENTIFICATION: Simply take a photo or upload an image - our AI analyzes your seashell in seconds LOCATION-AWARE: Uses your location to provide region-specific identification and habitat information MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT: Available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese, and Korean DETAILED HISTORY: Save and revisit all your identifications with photos and complete analysis EDUCATIONAL FOCUS: Perfect for beachcombers, collectors, students, and marine biology enthusiasts Terms of Services: https://www.notion.so/antoniodesigns/Terms-of-Services-3062d87eddf880fca0e2e8af3eca97c7?source=copy_link Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/antoniodesigns/Privacy-Policy-3062d87eddf880c8a31ef1c982c0b4a9?source=copy_link

Screenshots

Beach Explorer4 screens
Seashell Identifier3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Beach Explorer at none against Seashell Identifier's 2. Beach Explorer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Seashell Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Beach Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Beach Explorer versus Seashell Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeach ExplorerSeashell Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 โ€” better18.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size127 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCode for NatureAntonio Ferrara

In-app purchases

None

Beach Explorer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Seashell Identifier

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Beach Explorer free?
Beach Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Seashell Identifier free?
Seashell Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Beach Explorer or Seashell Identifier have ads?
Neither Beach Explorer nor Seashell Identifier shows ads.

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