# Monsters vs Grim Tales 17

The clearest difference is ads: Grim Tales 17 at none against Monsters's shown. Grim Tales 17 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 6 months vs every 14 months). Monsters's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 64%) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 428). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monsters sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Grim Tales 17 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Grim Tales 17 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monsters has 3.9K ratings behind it against 428, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of Monsters's written reviews are positive against 64% of Grim Tales 17's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Monsters ships an update every 14 months, Grim Tales 17 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monsters | Grim Tales 17 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monsters-hidden-object-games/id1172230564/reviews) | **[4.7 (428 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grim-tales-17-hidden-objects/id1479177379/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 428 |
| Positive reviews | **82.3% of reviews** | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Every 6 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 154 MB | 810 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) | [Elephant Games AR LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615019125) |

## What reviewers say

### Monsters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monsters-hidden-object-games/id1172230564)

Embark on a thrilling hunt for mythical creatures across enchanted realms. Solve puzzles and uncover clues in mysterious locations to capture werewolves, ghosts, and more. Enjoy vibrant 3D visuals and replayable quests for endless fun.

**Highlights:** Search items in 360-degree panoramic scenes, Look behind objects for clues, Build your monster collection, Replay quests for new rewards, Fascinating monster-themed settings, 3D visual effects and animation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ads Free | $0.99 | one-time |
| Instant Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack: All-included | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Great game
- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Awesome graphics
- 🎵 Cool soundtrack
- 🤩 Engaging story and concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌙 Some areas too dark
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to click on hints
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Ability to contact support
- Pause button
- Tutorial for new players


### Grim Tales 17

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grim-tales-17-hidden-objects/id1479177379)

Embark on a thrilling detective adventure to uncover the source of a deadly tragedy threatening a family. Solve intricate puzzles, find hidden objects, and explore mysterious locations to unravel secrets before it's too late.

**Highlights:** Hidden object scenes, Solve puzzles, Find lost items, Mystery detective gameplay, Explore unusual locations, Mini-games, Collector's Edition bonuses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Content | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Affordable and enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Good storyline and puzzles
- 🌟 High-quality graphics and design
- 🤩 Series continuity is appreciated
- 💡 Engaging and addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Bonus chapter continuity issues
- ⏳ Games can feel too short
- 🤔 Some plot points lack explanation
- 💰 Perceived high price for game length
- 😵 Difficulty finding morphing objects

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Screen sliding/unlocked on iPhone
- 🐛 Game won't start, logo spins
- 🐛 Game not available in US (despite prior play)
- 🐛 Bonus game is buggy
- 🐛 Game play screen doesn't load

**Requested features**

- Longer game duration for the price
- More explanation in bonus chapters
- Improved continuity in bonus chapters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monsters free?

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

### Is Grim Tales 17 free?

Grim Tales 17 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Monsters or Grim Tales 17?

Grim Tales 17 is rated higher. Monsters averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Grim Tales 17 averages 4.7 from 428 ratings.

### Do Monsters or Grim Tales 17 have ads?

Monsters shows ads; Grim Tales 17 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Monsters or Grim Tales 17?

Monsters ships an update every 14 months, and Grim Tales 17 every 6 months. Most recently, Monsters was updated on September 23, 2026 and Grim Tales 17 on September 21, 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.*