# Hidden Object vs Mystery Files

The clearest difference is ads: Hidden Object at none against Mystery Files's shown. Hidden Object also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). Mystery Files's advantage is ratings volume (6K vs 2) and chart position (#163 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Object sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Mystery Files sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Object holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mystery Files has 6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Object | Mystery Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-object-unicorns-illustrated/id1255328273/reviews)** | [4.6 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 58.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#163** |
| Size | 72 MB | 433 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Difference Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/379278501) | [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Object

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-object-unicorns-illustrated/id1255328273)

Embark on a magical journey with enchanting unicorns. This game offers various search modes, including picture, silhouette, and word, with both casual and timed challenges. Explore a campaign mode with 200 levels, enjoy mini-games, and utilize zoom features for detailed HD images.

**Highlights:** Multiple search modes (Picture, Silhouette, Word), Casual and timed gameplay options, 200-level campaign mode, Match 3 and Memory mini-games, HD images with zoom functionality, Hint system and high scores

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hide Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |


### Mystery Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Explore a vast library of free-to-play puzzle games, brain teasers, and interactive stories. Solve mysteries, find hidden objects, and collect unique artifacts across various locations. Enjoy new releases and earn achievements as you play.

**Highlights:** Free-to-play puzzles and brain teasers, Library of interactive stories, Hidden object search and find gameplay, Earn achievements, Collect artifacts and trinkets, New releases added regularly

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Handful of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of useful things | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| A Pinch of Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $3.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jewelry Box | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Continuous levels
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Multiple games in one app
- 👍 Challenging puzzles
- 👍 Enjoyable stories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Broken hint system
- 🔑 Excessive use of keys/coins to progress
- 🔑 Long wait times for keys

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzles not working as intended
- Scenes/items disappearing or becoming uninteractable
- Game progress being reset or lost
- Crashes and freezes when using in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- More ways to earn hints/coins without paying
- Better instructions for mini-games
- Ability to skip difficult puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Object free?

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

### Is Mystery Files free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Object or Mystery Files?

Hidden Object is rated higher. Hidden Object averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Mystery Files averages 4.6 from 6K ratings.

### Do Hidden Object or Mystery Files have ads?

Mystery Files shows ads; Hidden Object does not.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*