# Hidden Objects Detective vs Buster's Journey

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Objects Detective at none against Buster's Journey's 10. Hidden Objects Detective also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (61 vs 9). Buster's Journey's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 14 months) and review sentiment (73% vs 50%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Buster's Journey sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Hidden Objects Detective asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hidden Objects Detective holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects Detective has 61 ratings behind it against 9, 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 73% of Buster's Journey'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, Buster's Journey fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Detective | Buster's Journey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-detective/id1243374651/reviews)** | [3.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busters-journey-find-objects/id1562328411/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **61** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **73.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 243 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JIRAPAS TONGTHONG](https://appshunter.io/developer/918080431) | [Trophy Games Development A/S](https://appshunter.io/developer/912787779) |

## 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


### Buster's Journey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busters-journey-find-objects/id1562328411)

Embark on an adventure with a rescue dog to find hidden objects and save animals. Solve puzzles by locating items using pictures or shadows, and care for your canine companion by feeding, watering, and training him. Use boosters to overcome challenging searches and earn rewards for your efforts.

**Highlights:** Find hidden objects, Rescue animals, Care for a rescue dog, Train obedience commands, Use boosters, Multiple levels

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack Beginner | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mini | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Intermediate | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rescue Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects Detective free?

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

### Is Buster's Journey free?

Buster's Journey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Detective or Buster's Journey?

Hidden Objects Detective is rated higher. Hidden Objects Detective averages 4.3 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Buster's Journey averages 3.9 from 9 ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects Detective or Buster's Journey have ads?

Both Hidden Objects Detective and Buster's Journey show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects Detective or Buster's Journey?

Hidden Objects Detective ships an update every 14 months, and Buster's Journey fortnightly. Most recently, Hidden Objects Detective was updated on October 1, 2026 and Buster's Journey on October 8, 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.*