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Best Tree Species Identification Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free tree species identification apps? 20 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Tree Species Identification Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Tree Identifier AI: ID TreesTree Identifier AI: ID TreesFree4.8★ (2.5K)NoYesAug 2026
2TreeID: Tree ScannerTreeID: Tree ScannerFree5.0★ (2)NoYesAug 2026
3Forest Tree IdentifierForest Tree IdentifierFree4.1★ (757)YesNoAug 2026
4PlantNetPlantNetFree4.6★ (7K)NoNoAug 2026
5Tree Identifier: Wood & Leaf ‎Tree Identifier: Wood & Leaf ‎Free4.0★ (290)NoYesAug 2026
6Tree Identifier IDTree Identifier IDFree5.0★ (9)NoYesAug 2026
7Tree-KeeperTree-KeeperFree—NoYesJul 2026
8Tree Identification: my TreeIDTree Identification: my TreeIDFree2.0★ (1)NoYesMay 2026

Top Picks for Tree Species Identification

Tree Identifier AI: ID Trees#1

Tree Identifier AI: ID Trees by DAMIEN, NATHANAEL ELLEDGE

Identify Trees by Photo
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.8😐(2.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Identify tree species instantly by taking a photo. Get detailed care guides, diagnose health issues, and track your tree's history. Ensure safety with toxicology checks and optimize growth with light and water guidance.

What We Love

  • ✅ Accurate tree identification
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
  • 💰 Free app with no ads or paywalls
  • 📚 Comprehensive tree information provided

Room to Improve

  • 🎯 Inconsistent identification accuracy
  • 🌍 Limited to primarily American trees
  • 📱 Display framing issues on iPhone
Forest Tree Identifier#3

Forest Tree Identifier by Ersin KAYALI

Identify Trees by Photo & Leaf
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.1😞(757 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify trees using their leaves, flowers, bark, or buds with advanced AI. Explore a comprehensive tree list, compare species, and learn detailed information about each tree. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, students, and families exploring the outdoors.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good app for learning about nature
  • 🚀 Quick identification of trees
  • 💡 Helpful for identifying fallen trees

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent or incorrect tree identification
  • 👎 Not user-friendly, difficult to navigate
  • 🚫 Lacks features for identifying trees without leaves

More Tree Species Identification apps to explore

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PlantNet
PlantNet
PlantNet
Plant Identification
Free

Identify plants by taking photos with your smartphone. Contribute to a global citizen science project to understand and preserve plant biodiversity. Recognizes thousands of wild and cultivated species.

Identify plants by photographing themCitizen science project for biodiversitySupports identification of flowering plants, trees, grasses, and more
📚 Education
(7K)
free
5
Tree Identifier: Wood & Leaf ‎
Tree Identifier: Wood & Leaf ‎
Tree Identifier: Wood & Leaf ‎
Nature & plant identification
Free

Identify trees instantly by uploading photos of their leaves or bark. This AI-powered tool analyzes images against a large database to provide accurate species identification and detailed information on characteristics, habitat, and uses. It's an educational resource for anyone interested in trees.

AI-powered tree identificationPhoto analysis of trees and leavesDetailed species information
📚 Education
(290)
free with in-app purchases
6
Tree Identifier ID
Tree Identifier ID
Tree Identifier ID
Identify Any Plant
Free

Instantly identify trees by snapping a photo. Get detailed information on names, family, growth patterns, and habitat. Organize your discoveries and access care guides to deepen your connection with nature.

Instant AI tree identificationDetailed botanical informationPlant care guides
🔧 Utilities
(9)
freemium
7
Tree-Keeper
Tree-Keeper
Tree-Keeper
Tree ID, care & pet safety
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
8
Tree Identification: my TreeID
Tree Identification: my TreeID
Tree Identification: my TreeID
Wood Identification, treering
Free

Instantly identify trees with AI by snapping a photo. Track your discoveries, learn about species, and monitor tree health. Features include a field journal, seasonal reminders, and a discovery map.

Instant AI tree identificationDetailed species profilesPersonalized field journal
📚 Education
(1)
subscription
9
Treelyon
Treelyon
Treelyon
Scan trees. Map the world.
Free
📚 Education
(0)
10
Tree Identifier: Plants & Tree
Tree Identifier: Plants & Tree
Tree Identifier: Plants & Tree
Plant & Wood Identification
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
11
CanopyAtlas
CanopyAtlas
CanopyAtlas
Discover the trees around you
Free
📚 Education
(0)
12
Identitree Starter Kit
Identitree Starter Kit
Identitree Starter Kit
Midwest Tree Identification
Free

This starter kit helps educators and students identify 30 common Midwest trees using an easy-to-follow dichotomous key. It includes images, a glossary, and facts to aid in identification, even after leaves have fallen.

Identify 30 common Midwest treesEasy-to-use dichotomous keyGlossary and images
📚 Education
(3)
free
13
Tree Identifier: Tree Details
Tree Identifier: Tree Details
Tree Identifier: Tree Details
Identify Wood and Trees
Free
📚 Education
(0)
14
iplant - Plant Identification
iplant - Plant Identification
iplant - Plant Identification
Identify Flower Leaf & Tree
Free

Instantly identify plants, flowers, and trees using AI. Simply snap a photo or upload an image from your gallery for quick and accurate recognition. Discover new plant species and keep track of your discoveries.

Photo identificationGallery identificationIdentification records
📚 Education
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Urban Tree Key
Urban Tree Key
Urban Tree Key
by Urban Forest Ecosystems Institute
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
vTree
vTree
vTree
by John Peterson
Free

Identify woody plants across North America with detailed fact sheets, thousands of images, and location-based filtering. Get expert help from "Dr. Dendro" for tricky identifications.

969 North American woody plantsThousands of color imagesLocation-based species filtering
🔍 Reference
(46)
paid
17
Tree Identifier: Leaf & Bark
Tree Identifier: Leaf & Bark
Tree Identifier: Leaf & Bark
Identify Plants by AI Photo
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
Plant & Flower Identifier AI
Plant & Flower Identifier AI
Plant & Flower Identifier AI
What kind of plant is this?
Free
📚 Education
(0)
19
Tree Identifier: AI Scanner
Tree Identifier: AI Scanner
Tree Identifier: AI Scanner
Identify Trees Easily
Free
📚 Education
(0)
20
Tree Identifier - Wood & Plant
Tree Identifier - Wood & Plant
Tree Identifier - Wood & Plant
Tree & Leaf Identification
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)

FAQ about Tree Species Identification

What are the best tree species identification apps for iPhone?
Tree Identifier AI: ID Trees tops our tree species identification apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 2.5K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top tree species identification apps we rank are free to download, including Tree Identifier AI: ID Trees and TreeID: Tree Scanner.
Tree Identifier AI: ID Trees has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ tree species identification apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app uses AI to identify tree species from photos, diagnose their health issues, and provide personalized care instructions. It also offers features like toxicology checks, light guidance, and water calculations to help users maintain healthy trees.
The app utilizes advanced AI to accurately identify tree species in seconds when you snap a photo or upload an image. It's designed to be a reliable tool for both novice and experienced users.