Free and open first
Best Visual Identification Apps in 2026
Visual identification apps use photos to help identify subjects such as plants, animals, insects, fish, coins, and other items. This list is for people who want a phone or web tool without committing to a paid service.
- 49 apps
- Research read 3 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
Seeing AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneChoose Seeing AI if you want a free mobile app that narrates text, images, and product information for blind and low vision use.
- 2
SkyView
Free plan AndroidiPhoneSkyView combines camera identification, augmented reality, object paths, and offline operation for mobile sky exploration. Choose between the broader paid catalog and the smaller free Lite edition.
6.7 Visit site - 3
Star Walk 2
Free plan AndroidiPhoneChoose Star Walk 2 if you want an interactive way to identify sky objects, explore planets, and access astronomy learning content.
- 4
Blossom
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 5
Cat Scanner
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 6
Coinoscope
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 7
Envision App
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 8
Bloom Plant Identifier
Free plan iPhone - 9
Dog Scanner
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 10
FishVerify
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 11
Flora Incognita
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 12
Garden Answers
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 13
Google Arts & Culture
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 14
Catch 'N Bake
Free plan iPhone - 15
EntoLens
Free plan iPhone - 16
Orvik
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 17
Fauna
Free plan iPhone - 18
Fieldbook
Free plan iPhone - 19
Fish Identifier
Free plan Web - 20
Folium
Free plan iPhone - 21
Greg
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 22
Horse Scanner
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 23
LeafSnap
Free plan AndroidiPhone - 24
Magnus
Free plan iPhone - 25
ObsIdentify
Free plan AndroidiPhone
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Compare the free plan with any trial period, then check paid pricing, identification scope, offline identification, photo health diagnosis, saved identifications, community features, and supported platforms. If code access matters, check whether a tool publishes an open-source licence.
Questions
Do visual identification apps have free plans?
A free plan is offered by apps on this list. Check the limits and included features for the app you choose.
Do these apps offer free trials?
Trial terms vary. Bloom Plant Identifier lists a 7-day trial, while FishVerify lists a 3-day trial; other apps list a free plan without a trial note.
Which platforms can these apps run on?
Apps on this list run on iOS, Android, or the web. Confirm the platform for the specific app before signing up.
Can these apps work without an internet connection?
Offline identification is a comparison point for this list. Check the app's details to confirm whether identification works offline.
Can I save identification results?
Saved identifications are a comparison point. Check the app's feature details to see whether it supports saving results.