# ShroomID - Identify Mushrooms!

> From Novice to Mycologist: Identify Mushrooms with Confidence

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.shroomid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ZH Creations
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 751,692
- **Rating:** 3.98 / 5 (1,848 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.43.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-19
- **First published:** 2021-02-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 115 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shroomid)
- **Website:** [https://shroom.id](https://shroom.id/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://shroom-id.web.app/privacy-policy](https://shroom-id.web.app/privacy-policy)

## Description

ShroomID is your essential companion for mushroom hunting, whether you're a novice or an expert mycologist. This Chrome extension uses advanced image recognition to help you identify wild mushrooms simply by snapping a photo. With a detailed database of species, you can filter searches based on color, shape, habitat, and other unique characteristics.

Beyond identification, ShroomID offers in-depth scientific information about each mushroom species, including edibility, toxicity, and ecological roles. The extension also fosters a vibrant community where users can share photos and receive identification help from fellow mushroom enthusiasts. Discover and explore the fascinating world of mycology with confidence using ShroomID!

## Rankings

- #80,508 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.shroomid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Reviews are polarized. Many users praise ShroomID for its strong features: multi-photo ID, score percentages, look-alike suggestions, educational resources, an identification game, and a supportive community that offers quality information. It’s described as a top mushroom ID tool and a solid learning companion when the AI predictions are backed up with research. However, the most recurrent downsides are significant: a pay-to-use model with hidden costs and trial-based access; frequent crashes and camera errors; occasional or even severe misidentifications; concerns about signup/charges without consent and slow customer support. Overall, powerful but risky for casual users.

### Pros

- Strong photo identification features (multi-photo support, score percentage, lookalike suggestions).
- Educational resources and an identification game.
- Active, supportive mushroom community with quality information.
- AI-assisted predictions that are helpful when you take good photos.
- Described by some users as the best mushroom ID app with useful learning features.

### Cons

- Not free; pay-to-use model with hidden costs and trial-based access.
- Frequent crashes and camera errors.
- Inaccurate identifications can be dangerous; some users report completely wrong results.
- Signup and charges without clear consent and slow customer support.
- No practical base free version; perceived paywalls limit casual users.

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