# Picture Insect: Bug Identifier

> Instantly identify insects, spiders, pests, butterflies and more

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.glority.pictureinsect](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.glority.pictureinsect)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.glority.pictureinsect`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Next Vision Limited
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 7,301,187
- **Rating:** 4.27 / 5 (39,690 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-20
- **First published:** 2019-10-18
- **Publisher country:** HK
- **Size:** 80 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.glority.pictureinsect)
- **Website:** [http://pictureinsect.com](http://pictureinsect.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://app-service.pictureinsect.com/static/privacy\_policy.html](https://app-service.pictureinsect.com/static/privacy_policy.html)

## Description

Picture Insect is a user-friendly AI-powered bug identifier that instantly recognizes over 4,000 insect species, including butterflies, moths, spiders, and pests. Simply capture or upload a photo, and the app provides accurate identification along with detailed information including appearance, characteristics, and high-definition images.

Beyond identification, Picture Insect offers an extensive insect encyclopedia and resources on hazardous insect bites with prevention tips to keep you and your family safe. It also provides pest detection insights and effective control solutions. Users can record their observations and share discoveries, joining a global community of over 3 million insect enthusiasts. This makes Picture Insect an ideal tool for gardeners, nature lovers, and anyone curious about the insect world.

## Rankings

- #18,123 — Overall
- #36 — Education (Gross)
- #117 — Education (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users generally find the app helpful for quick insect ID and rich specimen data, with look-alike comparisons and occasional AI support. However, recurring complaints center on billing and trial problems (charges after cancellation), and paywalls that block valuable information. Reliability issues also appear for certain species (ants, flies) and in general accuracy. Some reviewers accuse the app of aggressive monetization and scaremongering to push premium, plus intrusive trial prompts. Overall, the tool is useful but pricing and inconsistent accuracy pose frustrations.

### Pros

- Accurate insect identification
- Rich insect information with look-alike comparisons
- Helpful AI assistant and bug expert support
- Very useful and frequently used in everyday scenarios

### Cons

- Billing and cancellation issues with free trials leading to unexpected charges
- Paywall limits access to valuable information
- Inaccurate identifications for certain species (e.g., ants, flies)
- Aggressive monetization and scaremongering to push premium
- Intrusive trial pop-ups and hard-to-skip prompts

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.glority.pictureinsect)