# Monsters vs Grim Tales 24

The clearest difference is ads: Grim Tales 24 at none against Monsters's shown. Grim Tales 24 also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 14 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Monsters's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 69%) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 412). 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 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 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monsters has 3.9K ratings behind it against 412, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of Monsters's written reviews are positive against 69% of Grim Tales 24'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 24 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monsters | Grim Tales 24 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monsters-hidden-object-games/id1172230564/reviews) | **[4.8 (412 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grim-tales-24-hidden-objects/id6472812342/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 412 |
| Positive reviews | **82.3% of reviews** | 69.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 154 MB | 969 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 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 Monsters free?

Monsters 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, Monsters or Grim Tales 24?

Grim Tales 24 is rated higher. Monsters averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Grim Tales 24 averages 4.8 from 412 ratings.

### Do Monsters or Grim Tales 24 have ads?

Monsters shows ads; Grim Tales 24 does not.

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

Monsters ships an update every 14 months, and Grim Tales 24 every 3 months. Most recently, Monsters was updated on September 23, 2026 and Grim Tales 24 on September 22, 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.*