# Hidden Objects vs Grim Tales 24

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Grim Tales 24 at 69% against Hidden Objects's 0%. Grim Tales 24 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Grim Tales 24 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Grim Tales 24 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grim Tales 24 has 423 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 69% of Grim Tales 24's.

Hidden Objects ships an update every 35 months, Grim Tales 24 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Grim Tales 24 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-crime-case/id1135749684/reviews) | **[4.8 (423 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grim-tales-24-hidden-objects/id6472812342/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **423** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **69.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 969 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [rinku patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/869898369) | [Elephant Games AR LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615019125) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-crime-case/id1135749684)

Test your observation skills in this mystery game where you find hidden objects in crime scenes. With multiple levels and packs, hints are available to help you. Challenge friends and share your scores.

**Highlights:** 5 different game packs, 50 mind-testing levels, Find 10 objects per level, Free hints available, Zoom function for objects, Game Center integration, Social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| buy pack-3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy magnifier | $0.99 | one-time |
| remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 10 hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 30 hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| buy 60 hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| full version (all packs + magnifier + 200 hints) | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 125 hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 250 hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| buy 500 hints | $5.99 | one-time |


### Grim Tales 24

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grim-tales-24-hidden-objects/id6472812342)

Embark on a mystery detective adventure to find a missing daughter and husband. Solve puzzles, search for hidden objects, and uncover the truth behind a family's disappearance. Explore new worlds and face a looming threat in this engaging hidden object game.

**Highlights:** Hidden object scenes, Puzzle solving, Mini-games, Detective gameplay, Story-driven mystery, Bonus chapter

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable and lengthy gameplay
- 🖼️ Gorgeous graphics and visuals
- 💡 Magical inventory tools and creative tasks
- 🧩 Terrific variety of HO scenes and puzzles
- 🤩 Addictive thrill ride of unusual tasks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Touchscreen sensitivity issues
- 💸 Paywall at certain points
- ⚫ Black screen when trying to purchase
- 🔒 Won't restore previous purchases
- 🚫 Hint button stopped working

**Reported bugs**

- Game won't open
- Too many bugs and glitches
- Black screen when trying to purchase
- Won't restore previous purchase
- Hint button stopped working

**Requested features**

- Bring back snarky Richard
- More Grim Tales games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects free?

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

### Is Grim Tales 24 free?

Grim Tales 24 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Grim Tales 24?

Grim Tales 24 is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Grim Tales 24 averages 4.8 from 423 ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects or Grim Tales 24 have ads?

Hidden Objects shows ads; Grim Tales 24 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Grim Tales 24?

Hidden Objects ships an update every 35 months, and Grim Tales 24 every 3 months. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on October 12, 2026 and Grim Tales 24 on October 17, 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.*