# Hidden Objects vs Picture Hunt

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Hidden Objects at 282K against Picture Hunt's 6K. Picture Hunt's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Picture Hunt sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Hidden Objects against 4.5 for Picture Hunt. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects has 282K ratings behind it against 6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 44% of Picture Hunt's.

Hidden Objects ships an update monthly, Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Picture Hunt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (282K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-puzzle-games/id1485542024/reviews)** | [4.5 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-hunt-hidden-objects/id1515885780/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **282K** | 6K |
| Positive reviews | **46.3% of reviews** | 44.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 731 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Azur Interactive Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296347323) | [Lucky Spin Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1342565027) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-puzzle-games/id1485542024)

Embark on a thrilling hidden object adventure across diverse locations. Solve puzzles by seeking and finding highlighted items quickly. Enjoy detailed graphics and an immersive soundtrack, with both online and offline play options.

**Highlights:** Seek and find hidden objects, Solve puzzle quests, Explore new locations, Online and offline modes, Up to 3 hints available, Challenging tasks

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $99.99 | per year |
| Hints and unlimited lives | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tickets small | $3.99 | one-time |
| Limited No ads with hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| 8 hints(10 for the 1 purchase) | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |
| Hints (30 for the 1 purchase) | $19.99 | one-time |
| 70 hints | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Simple and enjoyable
- 🚀 Easy to play
- 👍 Good graphics
- 👍 Challenging but not too hard

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Objects hard to see on dark backgrounds
- 🔍 Small objects difficult to identify
- 💰 Too many ads
- 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
- 🐛 Glitches and freezing issues

**Reported bugs**

- Objects shown in reverse orientation
- Magnifying glass objects disappearing
- White screen on launch

**Requested features**

- Option to disable timer
- Ability to zoom in on objects
- More varied and challenging levels
- Landscape mode support


### 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 free?

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

### Is Picture Hunt free?

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

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

Hidden Objects is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 4.6 out of 5 from 282K ratings, while Picture Hunt averages 4.5 from 6K ratings.

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

Both Hidden Objects and Picture Hunt show ads.

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

Hidden Objects ships an update monthly, and Picture Hunt every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on September 25, 2026 and Picture Hunt on September 23, 2026.

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