# Three In A Row (Match3 game) vs Hidden Spots

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Three In A Row (Match3 game) at none against Hidden Spots's 1. Three In A Row (Match3 game) also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (93% vs 67%). Hidden Spots's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 52 months) and ratings volume (40K vs 30). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Spots sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Three In A Row (Match3 game) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hidden Spots holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Spots has 40K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 93% of Three In A Row (Match3 game)'s written reviews are positive against 67% of Hidden Spots's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Three In A Row (Match3 game) ships an update every 52 months, Hidden Spots every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Three In A Row (Match3 game) | Hidden Spots |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three-in-a-row-match3-game/id1088267594/reviews) | **[4.7 (40K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spots-hidden-objects/id6736755876/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 30 | **40K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.9% of reviews** | 67.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 52 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 244 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Ryabinin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078219792) | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) |

## What reviewers say

### Three In A Row (Match3 game)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three-in-a-row-match3-game/id1088267594)

Engage in a classic match-3 puzzle experience with fast-paced action. Swap adjacent tiles to create lines of three or more of the same color. Aim for high scores by combining more than three tiles before the timer runs out.

**Highlights:** Match 3 or more tiles, Timed challenges, High score chasing, Simple gameplay, Addictive mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hidden Spots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spots-hidden-objects/id6736755876)

This game offers a fresh twist on hidden object mechanics. Instead of finding objects, players must find the correct spots for given items within a scene. Completing levels brings the scene to life with animations and a cheerful plot.

**Highlights:** Find correct spots for objects, Animate scenes with placed objects, Free to play, Intuitive gameplay, Unique hand-drawn art, Various scenes, Helpful hints

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Spots No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and distressing gameplay
- 👍 No time limits or pay-to-play
- 👍 Entertaining and challenging hidden object scenes
- 👍 Visually appealing graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional loading issues
- 🔍 Difficulty with small objects
- 💸 Increasing number of ads

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen issue after playing for a while
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- Zoom function for better visibility
- Hint system or free hints for older players


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Three In A Row (Match3 game) free?

Three In A Row (Match3 game) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hidden Spots free?

Hidden Spots is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Three In A Row (Match3 game) or Hidden Spots?

Hidden Spots is rated higher. Three In A Row (Match3 game) averages 4.5 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Hidden Spots averages 4.7 from 40K ratings.

### Do Three In A Row (Match3 game) or Hidden Spots have ads?

Hidden Spots shows ads; Three In A Row (Match3 game) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Three In A Row (Match3 game) or Hidden Spots?

Three In A Row (Match3 game) ships an update every 52 months, and Hidden Spots every 2 months. Most recently, Three In A Row (Match3 game) was updated on November 4, 2026 and Hidden Spots on November 7, 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.*