# Pixel Corral vs Hidden Objects

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pixel Corral at 100% against Hidden Objects's 33%. Pixel Corral also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Hidden Objects's advantage is update cadence (every 7 months vs every 54 months) and ratings volume (155 vs 4). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel Corral sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hidden Objects sells 24 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pixel Corral holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects has 155 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Pixel Corral's written reviews are positive against 33% of Hidden Objects's.

Pixel Corral ships an update every 54 months, Hidden Objects every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Corral | Hidden Objects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-corral/id1268354647/reviews)** | [4.7 (155 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-carnival-f2p/id6504183407/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **155** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 54 months | **Every 7 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 201 MB | 1.3 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [The Imperative LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/961361177) | [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Corral

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-corral/id1268354647)

Embark on an arcade adventure across a magical island, corralling colorful pixels to restore a factory. This game features over 120 levels, an original soundtrack, and animated cutscenes.

**Highlights:** Unique gameplay mechanic, Over 120 custom levels, Original soundtrack, Epic adventure across a magical land, Level Creator, Animated cutscenes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Mode | $2.99 | one-time |


### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-carnival-f2p/id6504183407)

Engage in a detective adventure set during Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Solve hidden object puzzles, brain teasers, and murder mysteries to uncover secrets and influence the outcome of a magical and human realm conflict. Play for free with optional in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Hidden object hunts, Murder mystery challenges, Puzzles and brain teasers, Choice-driven narrative, Crime investigation, Casual gameplay

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy 10 Coins! | $1.99 | one-time |
| 75 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| 125 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 30 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Your Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10 Gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| 200 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| 10 Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| 15 Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 20 Gems | $7.99 | one-time |
| Endless Gems for 1 Game | $8.99 | one-time |
| 30 Gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| Endless Coins for 1 Game | $8.99 | one-time |
| Endless Coins+Gems for 1 Game | $11.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $12.99 | one-time |
| Big bundle 1 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Unlock | $14.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Big bundle 2 | $18.99 | one-time |
| Big bundle 3 | $27.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Corral free?

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

### Is Hidden Objects free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Corral or Hidden Objects?

Pixel Corral is rated higher. Pixel Corral averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Hidden Objects averages 4.7 from 155 ratings.

### Do Pixel Corral or Hidden Objects have ads?

Hidden Objects shows ads; Pixel Corral does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Corral or Hidden Objects?

Pixel Corral ships an update every 54 months, and Hidden Objects every 7 months. Most recently, Pixel Corral was updated on October 13, 2026 and Hidden Objects on October 25, 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.*