# Hidden Objects Eternal City vs Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects

The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Objects Eternal City at 4.6 against Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects's 4.2. Hidden Objects Eternal City also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 40). Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 13 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects Eternal City sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Objects Eternal City holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects Eternal City has 1.1K ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Hidden Objects Eternal City's written reviews are positive against 71% of Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects's.

Hidden Objects Eternal City ships an update every 13 months, Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Eternal City | Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-eternal-city/id1453031351/reviews)** | [4.2 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sherlock-holmeshidden-objects/id1539130553/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 40 |
| Positive reviews | **76.7% of reviews** | 70.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 161 MB | 469 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) | [Global Mobile Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508105021) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects Eternal City

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-eternal-city/id1453031351)

Explore the historic streets of Rome in a captivating hidden object adventure. Uncover ancient mysteries, find hidden artifacts, and solve puzzles to save characters trapped in time. Experience unique 360-degree panoramas and a compelling storyline.

**Highlights:** 360-degree panoramas and 3D views, Captivating serial plot, Genuine vintage hidden objects, Artifact collection, Hint system, Explore iconic Roman locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Instant Hint | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack Special | $3.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack:  All-included | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Varied and unique locations
- 👍 Challenging hidden object scenes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Smaller objects can be hard to find
- 🕰️ Slow level progression
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🤔 Confusing gameplay at times

**Reported bugs**

- Screen freezing issues
- Inability to tap on correct objects

**Requested features**

- More interesting sites to explore
- Ability to remove ads for a one-time fee
- Clearer tutorial or instructions


### Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sherlock-holmeshidden-objects/id1539130553)

Become a legendary detective and solve criminal cases by finding hidden objects and clues. Investigate crime scenes, analyze evidence, and catch killers in a gripping storyline. Regular updates add new fascinating cases to challenge your detective skills.

**Highlights:** Investigate crime scenes, Find hidden objects, Spot the difference, Analyze evidence, Follow gripping storyline, Regular case updates

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Leisure time | $0.99 | one-time |
| Novice Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| Deep suspense | $1.99 | one-time |
| have a rest | $1.99 | one-time |
| Detective's guess | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dream Sapace | $4.99 | one-time |
| Brilliant flash | $4.99 | one-time |
| Collecter of Coin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Just for fun | $9.99 | one-time |
| Through time | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects Eternal City free?

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

### Is Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Eternal City or Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects?

Hidden Objects Eternal City is rated higher. Hidden Objects Eternal City averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects averages 4.2 from 40 ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects Eternal City or Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects have ads?

Both Hidden Objects Eternal City and Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects Eternal City or Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects?

Hidden Objects Eternal City ships an update every 13 months, and Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects every 4 months. Most recently, Hidden Objects Eternal City was updated on October 24, 2026 and Sherlock Holmes：Hidden Objects on October 21, 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.*