# Cat Scanner: Breed Recognition

> See a cat, but don't know its breed? Just take a picture and find out!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.siwalusoftware.catscanner`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Siwalu Software GmbH
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 2,635,717
- **Rating:** 4.06 / 5 (17,287 ratings)
- **Version:** 24.5.9-G
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-27
- **First published:** 2018-11-01
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.siwalusoftware.catscanner)
- **Website:** [http://www.siwalusoftware.com](http://www.siwalusoftware.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://scanner.siwalusoftware.com/privacy-policy.html](https://scanner.siwalusoftware.com/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

**Cat Scanner: Breed Recognition** is a powerful Chrome extension that lets you identify your cat's breed in seconds. Simply take a photo, record a video, or upload an image from your gallery to instantly discover the cat breed, including mixed breeds. The app also recognizes humans and matches them with the cats they resemble, adding a fun twist.

Join a vibrant cat lover community where you can share your results, like and comment on posts, and explore profiles and pictures of other users. Gamify your experience by mastering breed challenges, earning virtual treats, and climbing ranking lists alongside friends. Access a comprehensive database of over 60 cat breeds recognized by official feline associations and more. Upgrade to premium for ad-free, faster, and offline scanning with adjustable accuracy. Export your findings, get tips to improve results, and contribute to ongoing app improvements. Connect with Cat Scanner on social media for beautiful cat photos and updates.

## Rankings

- #37,862 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `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.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `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.siwalusoftware.catscanner.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users like the app’s photo-based, quick breed identification and easy scanning from camera or gallery, and it helps new cat owners learn about coats and breeds. However, many reviews report serious reliability issues: frequent misidentifications, wrong labeling of coat colors as breeds, and inconsistent results even with multiple photos. Ads and unauthorized charges are also common complaints, making the app feel flaky. Overall, it’s easy to use but not consistently trustworthy for accurate breed determinations.

### Pros

- Easy to use with photo-based breed identification from camera or gallery.
- Helpful for learning about cat breeds and coat patterns.
- Scanning feature works across multiple cats, including neighbors’ cats.
- Quick, straightforward results that are appealing to new cat owners.

### Cons

- Inaccurate and unreliable breed identifications across many reviews.
- Ads are intrusive and there are concerns about unauthorized charges.
- Mislabeling coat colors/patterns as breeds (coat patterns are not breeds).
- Results are inconsistent and often require multiple photos to get an answer.

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