# Hidden Objects Detective vs Picture Hunt

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Objects Detective at none against Picture Hunt's 1. Hidden Objects Detective also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). Picture Hunt's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (6K vs 61). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Picture Hunt sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Hidden Objects Detective asks for nothing beyond the download.

Picture Hunt holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Picture Hunt has 6K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Hidden Objects Detective's written reviews are positive against 44% of Picture Hunt's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Hidden Objects Detective ships an update every 14 months, Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Detective | Picture Hunt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-detective/id1243374651/reviews) | **[4.5 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-hunt-hidden-objects/id1515885780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 44.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JIRAPAS TONGTHONG](https://appshunter.io/developer/918080431) | [Lucky Spin Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1342565027) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects Detective

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-detective/id1243374651)

Engage your brain and observation skills in this mystical horror-themed hidden object game. Find all the items within the time limit across various levels to progress and win. Replayability is high with random object selections and multiple search methods.

**Highlights:** Mystical horror house theme, Find objects by image, silhouette, or word, Timed levels with hints, Zoom and pan for detailed viewing, Randomized objects for replayability, HD realistic graphics

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Detective free?

Hidden Objects Detective is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Picture Hunt free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Detective or Picture Hunt?

Picture Hunt is rated higher. Hidden Objects Detective averages 4.3 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Picture Hunt averages 4.5 from 6K ratings.

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

Both Hidden Objects Detective and Picture Hunt show ads.

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

Hidden Objects Detective ships an update every 14 months, and Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects Detective was updated on October 1, 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.*