Best Natural History Apps

166+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated June 2026

Natural History is the household name in natural history, but it's far from the only option. We track 166+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Natural History

Natural History#1

Natural History by iScreen Corporation

Editor's Choice
📡 News
2.5(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This application offers in-depth articles and research on nature and the latest scientific discoveries, richly illustrated with artwork and photography. Download the app to access free previews, occasional free articles, and purchase single issues or subscriptions to stay up-to-date on the natural world.

Explorer - AMNH NYC#2

Explorer - AMNH NYC by American Museum of Natural History

Official museum app with map
Strong Contender
📚 Education
3.9😐(108 ratings)
Free
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What We Love

  • 🗺️ Accurate indoor navigation and turn-by-turn directions
  • 📍 Real-time location tracking within museum
  • 🎯 Helpful exhibit search and discovery features
  • 🚻 Easy access to restroom and facility locations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • 📍 Location detection fails inconsistently
  • 🔋 Excessive battery drain from Bluetooth usage
Smithsonian Magazine#3

Smithsonian Magazine by Smithsonian Institution

Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😞(407 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Experience the world of history, science, nature, culture, and travel through the iOS-compatible Smithsonian Magazine app. Stay informed with in-depth reporting, stunning visuals, and engaging stories. Discover the latest discoveries, explore ancient civilizations, delve into science, and travel the globe virtually. Subscribe to enjoy 11 issues a year or purchase single copies within the app. Start your adventure today!

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to navigate
  • 🔍 Great content
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🔒 Difficult to authenticate subscription
  • 💰 Requires separate digital subscription

More Natural History apps to explore

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MAU M&L Natural History
MAU M&L Natural History
MAU M&L Natural History
by Musashino Art University
Free

Explore a vast collection of rare books on natural history, anatomy, and voyages from the 17th to 19th centuries through high-resolution images and detailed descriptions. Browse, sort, and zoom in on these historical treasures, available in English and Japanese, and discover the wonders of the past.

📚 Education
(18)
5
iNaturalist
iNaturalist
iNaturalist
Discover nature around you
Free

Discover and identify various plants and animals in the wild with ease using this innovative application. Simply take a photo to receive detailed information and contribute to scientific research. Download now to explore the natural world like never before.

📚 Education
(15)
6
Natural History Museum 4 You
Natural History Museum 4 You
Natural History Museum 4 You
MUSEUM BUDDY LONDON
Free

This interactive museum companion app brings the wonders of natural history to life with engaging facts, stunning photography, and captivating videos about dinosaurs, sea creatures, mammals, birds, reptiles, and more. Download it to plan a fun and memorable visit, and discover the museum's exhibits with interactive maps, visual displays, and guided tours.

✈️ Travel
(1)
7
American Museum of Nat History
American Museum of Nat History
American Museum of Nat History
AMNH Visitor Guide - New York
Free

Explore the American Museum of Natural History with this offline mobile guide offering detailed information on various exhibits, activities, and practical visitor information. Access a complete travel guide of New York City, including transportation details and daily itineraries. Reach out to us for more information at contact@etips.com and discover more with in-app purchases.

📚 Education
(355)
8
Natural History Museum 4 Ever
Natural History Museum 4 Ever
Natural History Museum 4 Ever
MUSEUM BUDDY LONDON
$2.99
✈️ Travel
(0)
9
Stuarts Natural History Guide
Stuarts Natural History Guide
Stuarts Natural History Guide
Great Karoo
$11.99
🔍 Reference
(0)
10
Natural History Museum Unipi
Natural History Museum Unipi
Natural History Museum Unipi
Official App
Free
📚 Education
(0)
11
Deep Time Walk: Earth History
Deep Time Walk: Earth History
Deep Time Walk: Earth History
A new story of our planet
Free

Take a walking audio journey through 4.6 billion years of Earth's history, learning about key concepts and evolution milestones along the way. Discover your species' ancestral heritage, understand humanity's ecological impact, and explore positive actions for a sustainable future.

📚 Education
(32)
12
My Town : Museum History
My Town : Museum History
My Town : Museum History
Epic Adventure! Learn & Play
Free

Explore the rich history of your town through an epic adventure with this app. Embark on a journey to discover fascinating stories and unlock hidden secrets of your local museum. Start your historical exploration today and uncover the treasures of the past!

📚 Education
(8.8K)
13
Natural History Museum AD
Natural History Museum AD
Natural History Museum AD
Your Personal Museum Guide
Free
📚 Education
(0)
14
ObsIdentify
ObsIdentify
ObsIdentify
Recognize nature in one click!
Free

Discover the natural world around you with a simple snap! This app allows you to identify wildlife species in Europe and the Dutch Caribbean, and contribute your observations to scientific research. Collect badges, join challenges, and share your findings with friends and family. Take action and connect with nature today!

📚 Education
(6)
15
Reptiles & Amphibians of NA
Reptiles & Amphibians of NA
Reptiles & Amphibians of NA
From Schechter Natural History
$19.99

This comprehensive digital field guide provides detailed information on nearly 700 species of reptiles and amphibians in North America, including descriptions, range maps, identification features, and audio recordings. With its search and comparison capabilities, offline support, and location-based searching, it's the perfect tool for field explorers, students, and experts to identify and learn about herps.

📚 Education
(8)
16
iNaturalist Classic
iNaturalist Classic
iNaturalist Classic
Connect with Nature
Free

A nature-focused social network helping users identify and share observations of plants and animals. Connect with a community of scientists and naturalists to contribute to biodiversity research and learn more about nature. Explore visually similar species matches, share observations, and help advance scientific understanding of the natural world!

📚 Education
(4.6K)
17
Seek by iNaturalist
Seek by iNaturalist
Seek by iNaturalist
Identify plants & animals
Free

Seek by iNaturalist is a plant identification app that helps users identify plants and animals using image recognition technology. Simply take a picture, and the app will provide information about the species. Explore nature with Seek today!

📚 Education
(31K)
18
Hweorfen Natural History TV
Hweorfen Natural History TV
Hweorfen Natural History TV
by Faunosis LLC
Free

This mobile app offers a collection of free streaming videos, including films and series, that showcase the natural world and its wildlife. Download the app to explore and enjoy stunning scenes from nature, all at your fingertips.

🎬 Entertainment
(1)
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Prirodoslovni muzej Rijeka
Prirodoslovni muzej Rijeka
Prirodoslovni muzej Rijeka
by Naratour d.o.o.
Free
📚 Education
(0)
20
ABA/AOU Bird Codes
ABA/AOU Bird Codes
ABA/AOU Bird Codes
By Schechter Natural History
$0.99

This tool helps bird watchers and ornithologists look up alpha codes for specific bird species, used in data collection projects and field notes. It allows users to quickly search and sort bird codes, toggle between different regions, and access additional information, making it a helpful reference for outdoor adventures and home use.

🔍 Reference
(1)

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