# Hidden Objects vs Picture Hunt

The clearest difference is rating: Picture Hunt at 4.5 against Hidden Objects's 2.8. Picture Hunt also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 39 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects 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.

Picture Hunt holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Picture Hunt has 6K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 44% of Picture Hunt's.

Hidden Objects ships an update every 39 months, Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Picture Hunt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-hidden-legends/id1138706536/reviews) | **[4.5 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-hunt-hidden-objects/id1515885780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | **44.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 39 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [rinku patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/869898369) | [Lucky Spin Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1342565027) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-hidden-legends/id1138706536)

Sharpen your observation skills by finding hidden objects in challenging scenes. Utilize hints and a magnifier to aid your search, but be mindful of incorrect touches that deduct points and time. Compete with friends and share your scores.

**Highlights:** Find 10 hidden objects per level, Free hints available, Magnifier for zoom, Score and time penalties for wrong touches, Game Center integration for challenges, Social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| buy pack-2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 10 hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy magnifier | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 30 hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| buy 60 hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| buy 125 hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 250 hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| buy 500 hints | $5.99 | one-time |
| full version (all packs + magnifier + 700 hints + remove Ads) | $7.99 | 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 free?

Hidden Objects 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 or Picture Hunt?

Picture Hunt is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 2.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Picture Hunt averages 4.5 from 6K ratings.

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

Both Hidden Objects and Picture Hunt show ads.

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

Hidden Objects ships an update every 39 months, and Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on October 2, 2026 and Picture Hunt on October 14, 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.*