249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Seek by iNaturalist is the household name in animal identification with photos, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (31K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (1.2K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (116) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.3★ (9.9K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (2) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | May 2026 |
Identify plants, animals, and fungi using your phone's camera. Learn about the organisms around you and earn badges for your discoveries. It's a fun, kid-safe way to explore nature and expand your knowledge of the living world.
Identify wildlife by snapping a photo or describing what you see. Learn detailed information about species, their habitats, and behaviors. Become a citizen scientist by recording your observations and contributing to research.
Instantly identify animals from photos using advanced AI. Get detailed information on species, habitat, and behavior. Explore the animal kingdom with this educational tool.
Instantly identify animals from photos using advanced AI. Explore detailed information on species, habitats, and behaviors. This app is an essential tool for nature lovers, students, and researchers to deepen their understanding of the animal kingdom.
Identify animals, plants, coins, jewelry, and more with your phone camera. Get instant information, translate text in over 90 languages, and compare prices for shopping items. This AI-powered tool turns your camera into a smart search engine for the real world.
Instantly identify animals, birds, fish, and insects from photos using advanced AI. Get detailed profiles including scientific names, habitats, and fun facts. Supports multi-species detection and bird sound identification.
Instantly identify animals by snapping a photo. Get detailed information about their species, habitat, and characteristics. Save your discoveries in a personal collection for future reference.
Easily identify birds by sight or sound using advanced machine learning. Explore birds in your region, track your sightings, and learn about species with photos, sounds, and range maps. This free app from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology helps build your birding skills.
