Best Fossil Finder Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated October 2026

The best fossil finder apps on iPhone average 3.8★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top Fossil Finder Apps (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Fossil Finder	Free	1.9★ (8)	No	No	May 2026
2	Bone Zone	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026
3	Shark Tooth Finder	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026
4	EarthViewer	Free	4.4★ (101)	No	No	Oct 2026
5	Fossil Identifier: AI Picture	Free	5.0★ (2)	No	Yes	Jul 2026
6	InfoGeol	Free	—	No	No	Sep 2026
7	Fossil Identifier: Rock & Bone	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026
8	Digger's Map: Find Minerals	Free	4.6★ (501)	No	Yes	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Fossil Finder

#1

Fossil Finder by Friedrich-Alexander-Universitaet Erlangen-Nuernberg

Exploring Fossil Sites

Editor's Choice

1.9(8 ratings)

Free

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Discover fossil finding locations using data from the Paleobiology Database and images from iDigBio. This app is ideal for paleontologists and hobby collectors seeking fossils nearby.

#2

Bone Zone by Brandon Tate

Geology & Fossil Explorer

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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#3

Shark Tooth Finder by Preston Spahr

AI-Powered Detector

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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More Fossil Finder apps to explore

by Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Explore Earth's 4.5 billion-year history with this interactive time machine. See how continents, oceans, and climate have changed over eons, track landmarks and fossils, and visualize scientific data like temperature and biodiversity. Discover the dynamic evolution of our planet.

Continental reconstructions over billions of yearsSea level and temperature mapsTrack landmark and fossil movements

Fossil Identifier: AI Picture

Fossil Identifier: AI Picture

Fossil Identifier: AI Picture

Instant Fossil Identification

Instantly identify fossils by taking a photo. Get detailed information on fossil type, age, and origin. Engage with an AI chat assistant for further learning.

Instant fossil identification via photoDetailed historical insightsAI chat assistant for questions

free with in-app purchases

Access detailed geological maps of France, including lithological and stratigraphic information. View geological logs and definitions of geological terms. Locate points of interest using GPS or manual navigation.

Access geological maps of FranceView lithological and stratigraphic informationAccess geological logs

Fossil Identifier: Rock & Bone

Fossil Identifier: Rock & Bone

Fossil Identifier: Rock & Bone

Identify prehistoric finds

Instantly identify rocks and ancient finds with AI-powered photo analysis. Discover the geological era, age, and estimated value of your discoveries. Organize your finds in a personal digital collection.

AI-powered photo analysisIdentify geological era and ageEstimate find value

Digger's Map: Find Minerals

Digger's Map: Find Minerals

Digger's Map: Find Minerals

The best geology tool!

Discover locations of gold, silver, gemstones, and other minerals with a vast global database. This tool provides detailed information and powerful search capabilities for enthusiasts and prospectors.

Global mineral database300,000+ locations60+ minerals listed

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Fossil,rock ID Collector guide

Fossil Discovery

Fossil Discovery

Fossil Discovery

Classify your Findings

This app allows users to upload fossil findings and their associated data for identification by expert volunteers. It aims to foster citizen science by connecting amateur and professional paleontologists to study regional biodiversity.

Upload fossil dataGPS-enabled locality taggingExpert identification

Fossil Identifier : Rock Scan

Fossil Identifier : Rock Scan

Fossil Identifier : Rock Scan

Ancient Artifact Age & Price

Instantly identify fossils with a photo, revealing their historical context, origin, and rarity. Track your collection, explore an educational database, and get market value estimates for your finds.

Instant fossil identification via photoDetailed historical and geological informationMarket value estimates for fossils

FossilRadar: Fossil Hunt Map

FossilRadar: Fossil Hunt Map

FossilRadar: Fossil Hunt Map

Hotspots, Mineral Identifier

Fossil Identifier - Fossly

Fossil Identifier - Fossly

Fossil Identifier - Fossly

Prehistoric Scanner & Value

Shark Tooth Finder: Fossil ID

Shark Tooth Finder: Fossil ID

Shark Tooth Finder: Fossil ID

Beachcombing AI & Tide Charts

Identify shark teeth with AI-powered camera detection and access tide charts and a fossil field guide. Log your finds, track your search paths, and learn about marine geology and paleontology.

AI camera for real-time shark tooth detectionNOAA-quality tide charts and Shark IndexField guide with 27 fossil teeth and lookalikes

free with in-app purchases

Fossil Identifier & Value

Fossil Identifier & Value

Fossil Identifier & Value

Identification of Fossils

Rock Identifier: Stone ID

Rock Identifier: Stone ID

Rock Identifier: Stone ID

Gem Mineral Crystal Identifier

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and gemstones by taking a photo. Access a comprehensive encyclopedia with detailed information on each stone, learn to distinguish real from fake gems, and explore their properties. The app also includes a metal detector and expert consultation.

Photo-based rock identificationStone and crystal encyclopediaReal vs. fake gemstone guide

Fossilr AI: Fossil ID

Fossilr AI: Fossil ID

Fossilr AI: Fossil ID

Rock Era Photo Scanner

Fossil Identifier - Dino Scan

Fossil Identifier - Dino Scan

Fossil Identifier - Dino Scan

Rock, Bone & Mineral Scanner

Fossil Identifier：Fossilia

Fossil Identifier：Fossilia

Fossil Identifier：Fossilia

Rock & Mineral ID with Value

Fossil Ace: Fossil Identifier

Fossil Ace: Fossil Identifier

Fossil Ace: Fossil Identifier

AI Photo Scanner, Guide & Chat

FAQ about Fossil Finder

What are the best fossil finder apps for iPhone?

Fossil Finder tops our fossil finder apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 1.9-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free fossil finder apps for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top fossil finder apps we rank are free to download, including Fossil Finder and Bone Zone.

Does Fossil Finder have ads or in-app purchases?

Fossil Finder has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many fossil finder apps are on the App Store?

We track 249+ fossil finder apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.