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Best Fish Identification Saltwater Apps & Games

212+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

Out of 212+ fish identification saltwater apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Fish Identification Saltwater

FishVerify: ID & Regulations#1

FishVerify: ID & Regulations by FishVerify LLC

#1 Fish Identification App
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
4.6😐(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify fish species using your camera and access up-to-date local fishing regulations. Track your catches, log important fishing data, and store your licenses digitally. Premium features offer advanced identification, weather, and expert advice.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate fish identification
  • 👍 Helpful for new/inexperienced anglers
  • 🔍 Useful for verifying regulations
  • 💡 Convenient catch logging and tracking

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires internet connection for full functionality
  • 💰 Subscription-based model with limited free features
  • 🐛 Inconsistent or inaccurate fish identification
Picture Fish - Fish Identifier#2

Picture Fish - Fish Identifier by Next Vision Limited

Fish ID Verify by Picture
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.4😞(5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify fish species by taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast database with detailed information and helpful tips for fish keeping. Connect with a community for shared knowledge and insights.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick and accurate fish identification
  • 👍 Helpful for learning about fish species
  • 💡 Useful for anglers and aquarium hobbyists
  • 🚀 Easy and fast to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate fish identification in many cases
  • 🤑 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤯 Difficult to cancel subscription
Catchr: Fish Identifier#3

Catchr: Fish Identifier by Smolworks Inc

Identify fish & log catches
Worth Considering
⚽ Sports
4.7😊(3.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify fish species, weight, and length by snapping a photo. Log your catches with detailed notes, track personal bests, and compete on leaderboards. Build a digital collection of your fishing memories.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for tracking catches
  • 👍 Friendly and helpful community
  • 📊 Accurate fish analysis with AR update
  • 💾 Convenient way to store and view past catches

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate weight and length measurements
  • 💰 Paid features after 3 scans

More Fish Identification Saltwater apps to explore

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FL Saltwater Fishing Companion
FL Saltwater Fishing Companion
FL Saltwater Fishing Companion
by Verona Solutions, LLC
$3.99

This app offers a comprehensive guide to saltwater fish found in Florida, featuring detailed identification data, regulations, and illustrations. It's designed for both new and experienced anglers, providing essential information for a successful fishing trip, even offline.

Searchable saltwater fish listFish identification illustrationsRegulation details (size/bag limits)
⚽ Sports
(123)
paid
5
Fish Identifier - Fish ID
Fish Identifier - Fish ID
Fish Identifier - Fish ID
Fish Identification Fish Brain
Free

Instantly identify fish species using AI by taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast encyclopedia of over 3000 fish with detailed information and save your discoveries.

AI-powered fish identification from photosDatabase of 3000+ fish speciesDetailed fish information
🔧 Utilities
(45)
free with in-app purchases
6
Aquarium Guide - Tank Planner
Aquarium Guide - Tank Planner
Aquarium Guide - Tank Planner
Tank Manager, Planner & Guide
Free

This app helps aquarium owners plan their tanks and avoid common mistakes. It checks fish compatibility and tank stocking levels, offering information on over 1000 fish species. You can save and share your aquarium setups.

Fish compatibility checkerTank overcrowding alerts1000+ fish species database
🔍 Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Fish Identifier Fishing Booker
Fish Identifier Fishing Booker
Fish Identifier Fishing Booker
Fish ID - Fish Identification
Free

Instantly identify fish species using AI by simply taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast encyclopedia of over 3000 fish with detailed information and care guides for aquariums. Save your discoveries and explore similar species.

AI fish identification from photosDatabase of 3000+ fish speciesAquarium fish care guides
📚 Education
(128)
free with in-app purchases
8
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
Fishing Maps, Forecast & Spots
Free

This app helps anglers discover, plan, and log fishing trips with powerful maps, forecasts, and community features. Identify fish, track your catches, and connect with other anglers to improve your success on the water.

Fishing Maps & SpotsPrivate WaypointsBait & Lure Insights
⚽ Sports
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
9
i Fishing Saltwater Edition
i Fishing Saltwater Edition
i Fishing Saltwater Edition
by Chris Egerter
$2.99

Experience realistic saltwater fishing with a variety of lures and fish species. Utilize your device's accelerometer for intuitive casting and fighting fish. Explore diverse locations, compete in tournaments, and track your biggest catches.

10 unlockable tournamentsVariety of luresMultiple saltwater fish species
🎮 Games
(307)
paid
10
Fish identification
Fish identification
Fish identification
Species Recognition & Finder
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
11
Fishbrain - Fishing App
Fishbrain - Fishing App
Fishbrain - Fishing App
Fish Spots, Maps & Identifier
Free

Discover new fishing locations, access detailed local information, and connect with a large community of anglers. Improve your fishing skills with advanced maps, weather forecasts, and catch tracking tools.

Fishing maps with advanced layersDetailed fishing water informationCatch reports and bait recommendations
⚽ Sports
(67K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Fish Identifier - Fish Scanner
Fish Identifier - Fish Scanner
Fish Identifier - Fish Scanner
Picture ID Fish Identification
Free

Instantly identify fish species using AI technology by simply taking or uploading a photo. Explore detailed information on thousands of fish species to satisfy your curiosity about aquatic life.

AI-powered fish identificationIdentify from photosFast and accurate ID
📚 Education
(72)
free with in-app purchases
13
Salt Strong: Fishing Spots App
Salt Strong: Fishing Spots App
Salt Strong: Fishing Spots App
by Salt Strong LLC
Free

This app helps inshore saltwater anglers find the best fishing spots using AI-powered predictions and detailed map layers. It offers tide and weather forecasts, and a unique strike score to predict optimal fishing times. Plan your next fishing trip with confidence and catch more fish.

AI-powered fishing spot predictionsDetailed map layers (oyster beds, contours, topography)Proprietary 'Smart Spots' layer
⚽ Sports
(924)
free with in-app purchases
14
Fish Identifier & Finder
Fish Identifier & Finder
Fish Identifier & Finder
Fish ID Verify by Picture
Free

Instantly identify fish species from a photo and access detailed information. Ask questions about diet, origin, and diseases. Enhance your knowledge of aquatic life for fishing or marine biology.

Identify fish from photosDetailed fish informationAsk questions about fish
🔍 Reference
(74)
free with in-app purchases
15
West Coast Fish ID
West Coast Fish ID
West Coast Fish ID
West Coast Fish ID guide
Free

This app serves as a digital encyclopedia for identifying common fish species found along the North American West Coast. It uses high-quality images, illustrations, and key characteristics to help anglers quickly identify their catches and differentiate between similar species.

Digital fish encyclopediaHigh-quality images and illustrationsKey species characteristics
⚽ Sports
(15)
free
16
FishScan - Fish Identifier
FishScan - Fish Identifier
FishScan - Fish Identifier
Identify Fish by Photo Fast
Free

Instantly identify fish from photos using AI. Explore a vast encyclopedia of species, track your discoveries, and enjoy weekly fish facts and wallpapers. Perfect for anglers, aquarium enthusiasts, and ocean lovers.

Identify fish from photosExtensive fish species encyclopediaSave and organize identified fish
📚 Education
(66)
subscription
17
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
SST, tides, currents, & maps
Free

This app provides saltwater anglers with essential tools to locate fish. It combines cloud-free SST charts, satellite imagery, tides, currents, and marine weather forecasts into a layered interface. Users can mark hot spots, save data for offline use, and identify optimal fishing zones.

Cloud-free Sea Surface Temperature (SST) chartsGlobal satellite imagery (water temp, color, currents)Tides and moon phase data
☀️ Weather
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
18
WI Fish ID
WI Fish ID
WI Fish ID
by University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute
Free

Identify Wisconsin fish with this offline app. Search by name or appearance using detailed features like mouth, spine, and body shape. Explore descriptions, photo galleries, and links to similar species.

Offline fish identificationSearch by name or appearanceDetailed feature selection
📚 Education
(18)
free
19
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
Fish finder Forecast Reports
Free

Discover new fishing locations, track water conditions, and log your trips to improve your angling success. This app provides tools for planning and enhancing every fishing expedition, from finding access points to understanding species habitats.

Discover fishing locationsTrack water conditions and forecastsLog fishing trips and successes
🗺️ Navigation
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Fish Identifier: AI Scanner
Fish Identifier: AI Scanner
Fish Identifier: AI Scanner
Species Recognition & Finder
Free

Instantly identify fish species using AI by snapping a photo. Discover detailed information about their habits, habitats, and characteristics. Enhance your fishing trips and marine explorations with this educational and user-friendly tool.

AI-powered fish identificationFish finding tipsDetailed species scanner
🔍 Reference
(150)
free with in-app purchases

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