# Hidden Object Florida Vacation vs Mystery Files

The clearest difference is rating: Mystery Files at 4.6 against Hidden Object Florida Vacation's 4.1. Mystery Files also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (5.8K vs 39). Hidden Object Florida Vacation's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (89% vs 58%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Object Florida Vacation sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mystery Files sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mystery Files holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mystery Files has 5.8K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of Hidden Object Florida Vacation's written reviews are positive against 58% of Mystery Files's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Hidden Object Florida Vacation ships an update every 20 months, Mystery Files fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Object Florida Vacation | Mystery Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-object-florida-vacation/id1039963264/reviews) | **[4.6 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **5.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 58.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#186** |
| Size | 126 MB | 431 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Brainfull, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/999167300) | [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Object Florida Vacation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-object-florida-vacation/id1039963264)

Embark on a virtual journey through Florida's iconic locations, seeking out hidden objects in beautifully designed levels. This engaging puzzle game offers multiple ways to play, from timed challenges to relaxed exploration, perfect for fans of seek-and-find adventures.

**Highlights:** 50+ Florida-themed levels, Explore famous Florida destinations, Gorgeous, crisp graphics, Multiple play modes (Traditional, Chill, Adventure), Zoom and drag to find objects, Free hints and mini-game, Timed and untimed levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50+ Levels! BIG Bonus! NO Ads! | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and enjoyable gameplay
- 🖼️ Great graphics and atmosphere
- 🧠 Good for attention and relaxation
- 🏖️ Evokes vacation/Florida feeling
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Paid for more levels/content
- 😫 Ads interrupt gameplay
- 🚫 Purchase not restoring after update
- 📱 Forced online play
- 🤏 Screen too small, no zoom

**Reported bugs**

- Purchase not restoring after update
- Forced online play
- Screen too small, no zoom

**Requested features**

- More HD games like this
- More locations and countries
- More new content


### Mystery Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Engage in free-to-play detective puzzles and brain teasers. Discover hidden objects in various locations and choose from a library of interactive stories and quests. Earn achievements and collect unique items as you unravel mysteries.

**Highlights:** Hidden object puzzles, Point-and-click adventures, Interactive stories, Brain teasers and mini-games, Achievement system, Collectible items

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Handful of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of useful things | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| A Pouch of Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| A Pinch of Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack of useful things | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chalice of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Currency box | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| A Pouch of Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| A Bag of Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| A Bag of Gems | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Chest of Coins | $11.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $12.99 | one-time |
| Jewelry Box | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Continuous levels
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Multiple games in one app
- 👍 Challenging puzzles
- 👍 Enjoyable stories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Broken hint system
- 🔑 Excessive use of keys/coins to progress
- 🔑 Long wait times for keys

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzles not working as intended
- Scenes/items disappearing or becoming uninteractable
- Game progress being reset or lost
- Crashes and freezes when using in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- More ways to earn hints/coins without paying
- Better instructions for mini-games
- Ability to skip difficult puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Object Florida Vacation free?

Hidden Object Florida Vacation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mystery Files free?

Mystery Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Object Florida Vacation or Mystery Files?

Mystery Files is rated higher. Hidden Object Florida Vacation averages 4.1 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Mystery Files averages 4.6 from 5.8K ratings.

### Do Hidden Object Florida Vacation or Mystery Files have ads?

Mystery Files shows ads; Hidden Object Florida Vacation does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Object Florida Vacation or Mystery Files?

Hidden Object Florida Vacation ships an update every 20 months, and Mystery Files fortnightly. Most recently, Hidden Object Florida Vacation was updated on September 9, 2026 and Mystery Files on September 29, 2026.

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