TreeBook
| Category | Price | Seller | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reference | Free | Sarofax | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
The application's easy, intuitive interface provides an easy way to determine the type of tree you are looking at - with images, search, synonyms for trees, layman terms, and for the more scientifically minded - detailed terminology.
Hand-drawn images, photos, and range maps complete the thorough description of each tree.
Please note, this App only contains information for trees in North America.
Reviews
Excellent!
bio.dude
As a biologist, I appreciate the accuracy and attention to detail, in addition to the ease of use. Even those who aren’t forestry/botany nerds can experience the joy of identifying trees. Thanks for creating this app!
Great premise.
Chilcoat22
Simple and easy to use. Has basic information and pictures. The pictures usually include a drawing of the leaf and flower or nuts of the tree but no bark or overall shape of an adult tree which I think would be beneficial for identification of the arbor itself. Easy to maneuver through the app, search by tree name and narrow by leaf type.
A Great Beginner Tree ID App!
NewToTrees
Ok, I'm not giving the app the 5 star treatment simply because there are more exhaustive apps (which also cost more). They provide a universe of trees and shrubs but with minimal assistance. This is the best beginning tree identification app I've found and for less than 2 bucks. It has a key (called IDENTIFY) that walks you through simple steps to find the most common trees in North America. It provides links thousands of photos online. A must for every beginner...
Perfect
Naturefriend
For those of us who want something that introduces you to trees simply, helpfully,with beauty--I needed an app just this size. Thanks
Disappointing - few trees, poor classifications
RangerCV61
Bought this based on positive reviews as a portable field guide for Cub Scout hikes. Database is very limited. Classifications are weak. No lookup based on standard leaf taxonomy (compound, alternate, untoothed, ovate). No silhouettes. Very disappointing.
Acceptable - marginally
JLionson MD
A useful algorithm, but very limited database. Needs (many) more trees in the database, more leaf photos (rather than online links). Also would benefit from a better description of the process of characterizing leaves as pinnate, compound, palmate, etc... for those of us just getting started with tree identification.
Great Basic Tree ID
Davidlow
It has a hundred trees, as advertised, and it will identify them EASILY by their leaves, i.e. a "leaf key". I'd be happier if it had more trees, as some common ones are missing, and I'd like to see an ID key that works in the winter (no leaves), and it could use some more photos of the trees and their features (user submitted, maybe?). But it's the best tree ID app I've found for under $4 (disclaimer: I refuse to buy one over that price). I haven't tried contacting the developer yet, but I will make some suggestions soon.
its basic, KISSes; it's free
alismcg
wanted something on the pod; this was available and suited pricing boundaries. Not like an Audobon Field Guide - so if that's what's expected - don't waste your MBs. Illustrations are drawings and somewhat simplified and db limited.
Good!
OlrikV
This is a great app for beginners to learn tree identification. The app is exactly what it says and the price is good--especially compared to other tree apps. More trees would be nice, and I could also suggest grouping trees by state or region. Otherwise great app!
