# Hidden Objects Mystery Express vs Picture Hunt

The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Objects Mystery Express at 5.0 against Picture Hunt's 4.5. Picture Hunt's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 76 months) and ratings volume (6K vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects Mystery Express sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Picture Hunt sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Objects Mystery Express holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Picture Hunt has 6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Hidden Objects Mystery Express ships an update every 76 months, Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Mystery Express | Picture Hunt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-mystery-express/id1073976039/reviews)** | [4.5 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-hunt-hidden-objects/id1515885780/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 44.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 76 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [atul patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/780239198) | [Lucky Spin Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1342565027) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects Mystery Express

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-mystery-express/id1073976039)

Sharpen your observation skills in this free puzzle game. Find hidden objects across 100 challenging levels and 10 themed packs. Use hints to help you, or compete with friends via Game Center.

**Highlights:** 100 mind-testing levels, 10 themed packs, Find 10 hidden objects per level, Hint system available, Game Center integration, Score and time penalties for wrong touches

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| buy 10 hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 25 hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| buy 60 hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| buy 130 hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 200 hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| buy 300 hints | $5.99 | one-time |
| buy 400 hints | $6.99 | one-time |
| buy 500 hints | $7.99 | one-time |
| full version (all packs + remove Ad + 500 hints) | $9.99 | one-time |


### Picture Hunt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-hunt-hidden-objects/id1515885780)

Engage your brain with a fast-paced puzzle game where you search beautiful scenes for hidden objects. Choose between timed challenges or a relaxed pace. Hints are available to help you along the way.

**Highlights:** Beautiful graphics and locations, Hundreds of hidden objects, Brain-sharpening challenges, Hint system available, Zoom functionality, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads Package | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent graphics and detailed scenes
- ⏱️ Simple and straightforward gameplay
- 🕹️ Challenging hidden object puzzles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🔍 Glowing objects make the game too easy
- ⏱️ Timed levels are frustrating for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Backwards/mirrored images in later levels
- Game crashes or freezes for some users

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off glowing objects
- Ability to replay or choose levels
- Removal of timer and ads for paid version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects Mystery Express free?

Hidden Objects Mystery Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Picture Hunt free?

Picture Hunt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Mystery Express or Picture Hunt?

Hidden Objects Mystery Express is rated higher. Hidden Objects Mystery Express averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Picture Hunt averages 4.5 from 6K ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects Mystery Express or Picture Hunt have ads?

Both Hidden Objects Mystery Express and Picture Hunt show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects Mystery Express or Picture Hunt?

Hidden Objects Mystery Express ships an update every 76 months, and Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects Mystery Express was updated on June 11, 2026 and Picture Hunt on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*