# Planta vs Seek by iNaturalist

Source: https://listme.name/compare/planta-vs-seek-by-inaturalist
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| | Planta | Seek by iNaturalist |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 86.5 | 87.0 |
| Rank | #5 | #4 |
| Price | Free plan, paid upgrades | Free |
| Best for | Identification plus care reminders for houseplants | Free identification of plants, animals and fungi |
| Species covered | Any plant, identified from a photo | Plants, animals and fungi |
| Care advice | Care plan and watering and fertilizing reminders | Not described |
| Disease diagnosis | Dr. Planta analyzes symptoms and gives treatment steps | Not described |

Planta combines photo identification, care reminders, Dr. Planta diagnosis and a light meter, which goes further into care than iNaturalist. It is free to download with in-app purchases, and Premium is a subscription. A free, non-profit camera app for plants, animals and fungi, with badges and challenges for species seen. It shares observations openly and gives little plant care advice, so it suits identification and nature logging.