Best for… budding horticulturists PictureThis
FREE; In-app purchases available
Claiming to have a 98% accuracy rate (which is better than the average human), PictureThis is ideal for those who haven’t inherited a natural green thumb or are new to the world of gardening. Its AI-driven plant-identification system recognises more than one million plants, flowers and trees (from common species to rare) and it can even diagnose plant problems, suggest remedies and offer users horticultural advice. It identifies toxic species, too, making it ideal for keeping pets safe in the garden.
Best for… birders Merlin
FREE
Developed by the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Merlin helps the budding birdwatcher become a wizard at identifying birds. Quick identification is offered by the user answering three simple