Seek by iNaturalist is praised for its free, ad-free nature, gamified badges, and ability to identify plants in bloom, fostering nature appreciation. However, reviews frequently cite inconsistent identification, often stuck at broader categories, and a sluggish camera that struggles with moving subjects. Users also report losing progress when switching devices, and misidentifications cannot be corrected. The app suits casual learners exploring stationary plants in good light, but less so for animals or safety-critical identification.
What users like
Gamified learning and engagement Users enjoy badges and challenges, comparing it to Pokémon Go for nature, motivating exploration.
Free and ad-free experience The app is completely free with no ads, a standout feature in the identification market.
Effective on flowering plants Identifies flowering plants well in good lighting, often reaching species level.
Educational value Helps families learn about local flora and fauna, increasing nature appreciation.
Common concerns
Inconsistent identification Fails to identify species, often stuck at broad categories like 'dicot' or 'perching bird'.
Camera performance issues Camera is slow, laggy, has poor autofocus, and struggles with zoom or movement.
Progress loss on device switch No cloud sync; switching phones or reinstalling resets all progress and badges.
Difficulty with moving subjects Animals and moving subjects are hard to identify due to slow camera and need for stillness.
Based on 500 Google Play reviews · Updated Aug 31, 2026
Over the last 60 days, PixelTrack observed changes in estimated installs, rating, rating count and review count. The table compares the earliest recorded changed value with the latest observation.
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Estimated installs
4,241,299
4,285,807
+44,508
Oct 2, 2026
Rating
3.3
3.32
+0.02
Oct 2, 2026
Rating count
10,492
10,531
+39
Oct 3, 2026
Review count
1,537
1,543
+6
Oct 3, 2026
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