Comparison

eBird vs Frog Identifier

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

Head to head
About

eBird

Easily record bird sightings in the field and contribute to a global database for scientific research and conservation. This app offers offline functionality, customized checklists, and GPS-enabled location plotting.

Highlights
  • Record bird observations globally
  • Global taxonomy and local common names
  • Location and time-based checklists
  • Rare species flagging
  • Offline functionality
  • GPS location plotting
  • Trip and day list tracking
Features
Currently charting
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eBird Mobile makes it easy to record the birds you see in the field, and seamlessly link these observations with eBird--a global online database of bird records used by hundreds of thousands of birders around the world. This free resource makes it easy to keep track of what you see, while making your data openly available for scientific research, education, and conservation. eBird Mobile is the only app that passes information directly from the iOS device to your eBird account on the web. Features - Enter bird observations from any location around the world. - Full global taxonomy based on The Clements Checklist of Birds of the World. - Common names available in local languages (e.g., Portuguese names in Brazil or in Portugal). - Checklists customized for your location and time of year, showing most likely species based on eBird data. - Rare species flagged during data entry and on the checklist. - "Record as you go" functionality for incremental list keeping and counting while birding. - GPS enabled location plotting to ensure accuracy. - Map tools that enable selecting from hundreds of thousands of eBird "Hotspots." - Full offline functionality, enabling use in places with limited or no Internet connection. - Trip and Day list functionality that makes it easy to keep track of your species list on a particular outing. - Support for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. - Entire app translated to German, Mandarin, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Turkish, and Dutch.

About

Frog Identifier

Identify frog species instantly using AI from your photos. Get detailed information on habitats, behavior, and care. Test your knowledge with fun quizzes and track your discoveries.

Highlights
  • AI-powered frog species identification from photos
  • Detailed species information (habitat, behavior, care)
  • Discovery history tracking
  • Interactive frog quizzes
  • Confidence score for identifications
Features
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Turn a frog photo into a species ID in seconds with Frog Identifier – Frogium. Built for hikers, backyard explorers, students, and frog keepers who want quick answers and reliable details. Snap or upload a photo, get an AI-powered match, then dive into species info, habitat notes, and fun facts—so you can learn what you’re seeing and how it lives. Features you’ll use every day: - Instant AI-powered frog species identification from photos - Confidence scores for every identified species, so you can judge how strong the match is - Detailed frog species information, including key traits and helpful context - Habitat and behavior insights to understand where frogs live and what they do - Care tips and guidelines for responsible pet care and handling basics (not professional advice) - Full identification history to revisit past finds and compare species over time - Customizable measurement units to match how you like to read sizes and details - Fun quizzes to test your frog knowledge and keep learning How it works: 1) Take a clear photo (or choose one from your library) 2) Frogium analyzes it and returns likely species matches with confidence scores 3) Open a result to explore species details, habitat/behavior, and care tips 4) Check your history anytime and try a quiz when you want a challenge Made for real-world nature scanning: - Fast, simple flow designed for field guide-style lookups - Clear, organized species pages that are easy to skim - Helpful context that supports learning, not just a name We respect your privacy and aim to keep your experience straightforward and transparent. Download Frogium and start identifying frogs wherever you find them.

Screenshots

eBird4 screens
Frog Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Frog Identifier at 5.0 against eBird's 3.8. Frog Identifier also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). eBird's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (803 vs 2). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Frog Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. eBird asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Frog Identifier holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eBird has 803 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eBird ships an update monthly, Frog Identifier every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
eBird versus Frog Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereBirdFrog Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (803 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings803 — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#152 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCornell UniversityRoman Pieskov

Customer experience

eBird

All ratings803 ratings
Positive67.9%
Neutral9.7%
Negative22.4%
Written reviews361 reviews
Positive36.6%
Neutral18.6%
Negative44.9%

Frog Identifier

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

eBird

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes when trying to start a new checklist
  • Inability to log in or access account
  • Inconsistent behavior with bird pack downloads
  • Checklist data not syncing across devices
  • Explore feature not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to upload photos and audio directly in the app
  • Implement alphabetical sorting for checklists
  • Improve syncing between app and website
  • Add more advanced filtering and search options
  • Provide offline access to bird information

Frog Identifier

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

eBird

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Frog Identifier

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 1 Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium 1 Year$29.991 Year

Questions

Is eBird free?
eBird is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Frog Identifier free?
Frog Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eBird or Frog Identifier?
Frog Identifier is rated higher. eBird averages 3.8 out of 5 from 803 ratings, while Frog Identifier averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do eBird or Frog Identifier have ads?
Neither eBird nor Frog Identifier shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eBird or Frog Identifier?
eBird ships an update monthly, and Frog Identifier every 5 months. Most recently, eBird was updated on October 16, 2026 and Frog Identifier on October 6, 2026.

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