Best Rocks And Minerals Apps

231+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

If you already know Rock Identifier, this is the deeper bench. 231+ rocks and minerals apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of May 2026.

Top Picks for Rocks And Minerals

Rock Identifier: Stone ID#1

Rock Identifier: Stone ID by Next Vision Limited

Gem Mineral Crystal Identifier
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.7😐(75K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#21in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🤩 Accurate rock identification
  • 🤓 Extensive information on rocks
  • 🧠 Helpful for learning about rocks
  • 🪨 Great for rock collectors

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔢 Limited free scans per day
  • 🔍 Inconsistent accuracy, sometimes wrong
Rockhound: Rock Identifier#2

Rockhound: Rock Identifier by Naveen Dhanapal

Crystal, Mineral & Stone ID
Strong Contender
📚 Education
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify rocks, crystals, and minerals using AI-powered photo recognition. Get identifications verified by real geologists and discover over 200,000 collecting sites worldwide. Build and organize your personal rock collection with detailed information.

Minerals Center#3

Minerals Center by Wilko Thomassen

Search and identify minerals
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.6😞(308 ratings)
Free
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Easily identify minerals, rocks, crystals, and stones using photo recognition. Search for specimens based on their characteristics and organize your findings on a personal checklist.

What We Love

  • 👍 Free to use
  • 💡 Informative about minerals
  • 🤝 Community discussion feature
  • ✨ Good for reference point

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • ❌ Does not work at all
  • ❌ Unresponsive to input

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A Guide To Crystals - The CC
A Guide To Crystals - The CC
A Guide To Crystals - The CC
The Citrine Circle
Free

Explore a comprehensive A-Z guide to over 500 crystals and minerals, offering geological and metaphysical details. Catalog your personal collection with photos, notes, and interactive 3D models. Discover new crystals through quizzes, games, and advanced search filters.

A-Z crystal and mineral databaseGeological and metaphysical informationPersonal crystal collection cataloging
🔍 Reference
(4.1K)
freemium
5
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
ID Crystals Mineral Gem Stones
Free

Instantly identify rocks, crystals, and minerals by uploading a photo. Explore their history, meaning, and energetic qualities. Organize your collection and connect with experts for insights.

Photo-based rock identificationCrystal and mineral encyclopediaSearch by planet, color, emotion, chakra
📚 Education
(2.5K)
freemium
6
Learn About Minerals
Learn About Minerals
Learn About Minerals
Learn About Minerals On Earth
Free

This educational app helps users memorize and identify common minerals through interactive study modes and quizzes. It features audio pronunciation for mineral names and allows bookmarking of study materials and quiz questions for focused learning.

Mineral identificationAudio pronunciationStudy modes
📚 Education
(3)
free with in-app purchases
7
RockIn – Gem & Mineral Scanner
RockIn – Gem & Mineral Scanner
RockIn – Gem & Mineral Scanner
Scan Gems, Minerals & Crystals
Free

Instantly identify rocks, gems, and crystals with a photo. Get detailed information, learn about their significance, and track your collection. Discover value insights and explore a library of guides.

Instant rock and gem identification via photoIn-depth stone profiles with composition and formationIdentification of gemstones and jade
🌟 Lifestyle
(25)
free with in-app purchases
8
Prospector Minerals
Prospector Minerals
Prospector Minerals
by Eamon Gordon
Free
📚 Education
(0)
9
Rock Finder : Stone ID
Rock Finder : Stone ID
Rock Finder : Stone ID
Rock Identifier
Free

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and gemstones by taking a photo. Explore a vast database, learn geological facts, and create your own digital collection of rock discoveries. This app is a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts and students alike.

Identify thousands of rocks with photosAccurate rock identificationRich geological learning resources
📚 Education
(6)
ad-supported
10
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
The best geology tool!
Free

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
(460)
free with in-app purchases
11
Mine Locator Map
Mine Locator Map
Mine Locator Map
Abandoned Mines & Prospects
Free

Discover historical and active mines, prospects, and mineral deposits across the United States. This app provides a map-based interface to locate various mining-related sites without requiring registration or subscriptions.

Map of mines and prospectsLocate abandoned minesLocate active mines
🔍 Reference
(329)
free with in-app purchases
12
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Diamonds, crystals & gemstones
Free

Identify rocks, minerals, and crystals from photos with high accuracy. Explore their properties, discover nearby deposits on a map, and build your own digital collection. Learn fascinating facts about stones from around the world.

Accurate rock identification from photosStudy physical and chemical propertiesDiscover nearby rock deposits on a map
📚 Education
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Crystalyze: Crystal Identifier
Crystalyze: Crystal Identifier
Crystalyze: Crystal Identifier
Stone, Gem & Witch Crystals
Free

Identify any crystal, stone, or rock instantly by taking a photo. Explore detailed descriptions, metaphysical properties, and organize your collection. Enhance your spiritual practice with tools like a moon calendar and journal.

Instant crystal identification via photoExplore 175+ crystal descriptionsFilter by metaphysical properties
🔍 Reference
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
by Idaho Rocks & Gems LLC
Free

Discover the joys of rockhounding, cutting, and polishing rocks, crystals, and minerals. This app provides easy access to club trip schedules and detailed maps of mining and public rockhounding sites in Idaho, Oregon, and Nevada.

Rockhounding informationClub trip schedulesDetailed location maps
🌟 Lifestyle
(6)
free
15
Rockd
Rockd
Rockd
by University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps
Free

Discover and document the geology around you. Access global geologic maps, 3D globes, and detailed summaries of your surroundings. Contribute your own observations and track your exploration of Earth's geologic history.

Interactive global geologic maps3D virtual globe explorationField observation logging
📚 Education
(183)
free
16
Rock Identifier : Rockfy
Rock Identifier : Rockfy
Rock Identifier : Rockfy
Crystal & Gem Mineral Scanner
Free

Instantly identify rocks, crystals, and minerals using advanced AI. Discover their value, history, and properties. Build a digital collection of your geological finds.

Instant rock recognition with AIGemstone value estimationDetailed expert database
🔍 Reference
(1)
freemium
17
Rock and Mineral Identifier AI
Rock and Mineral Identifier AI
Rock and Mineral Identifier AI
Gem Identifier & Rock Scanner
Free

Instantly identify gemstones and rocks using AI by capturing a photo. Access detailed information, build a personal collection, and learn about mineralogy with this user-friendly tool.

AI-powered gemstone identificationGuided camera capture for optimal photosDetailed gemstone property information
📚 Education
(46)
free with in-app purchases
18
Rock Identifier: Gem Value
Rock Identifier: Gem Value
Rock Identifier: Gem Value
Crystal•Mineral•Rock scanner
Free

Identify rocks, minerals, crystals, and gemstones instantly with a photo. Get detailed information on properties, hardness, and value. Learn to distinguish authentic stones from imitations.

Instant rock, mineral, crystal & gemstone identificationDetailed stone information (name, hardness, properties)Estimated gemstone value ranges & rarity insights
🔍 Reference
(228)
free with in-app purchases
19
Rocksy: Gem & Rock Identifier
Rocksy: Gem & Rock Identifier
Rocksy: Gem & Rock Identifier
Gem Mineral Crystal Identifier
Free
📚 Education
(0)
20
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Stone & Mineral Identification
Free

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and crystals using advanced image recognition. Explore their history, properties, and build a personal collection. Connect with a community of enthusiasts.

Instant rock, mineral, and crystal identificationDetailed specimen informationRock history and crystal healing insights
🔍 Reference
(152)
free with in-app purchases

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