# Hidden Objects vs Differences

Hidden Objects and Differences both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Differences's written reviews are positive against 46% of Hidden Objects's. Differences also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Hidden Objects's advantage is ratings volume (282K vs 80). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Differences 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 Differences. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects has 282K ratings behind it against 80, 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 100% of Differences's.

Hidden Objects ships an update monthly, Differences every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Differences |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (282K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-puzzle-games/id1485542024/reviews)** | [4.5 (80 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-found-and-spot-it/id6446196945/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **282K** | 80 |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | **100.0% 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 | 147 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Azur Interactive Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296347323) | [1LIFE](https://appshunter.io/developer/642917436) |

## 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


### Differences

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-found-and-spot-it/id6446196945)

This puzzle game challenges your observation skills by requiring you to find 10 differences between two similar images. It's designed to improve memory, reduce stress, and boost concentration without a time limit, making it suitable for all ages.

**Highlights:** Find 10 differences in pictures, Develops observation and visual thinking, Improves memory and concentration, No time limit, Suitable for all ages, Hints and zoom function, Offline play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects free?

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

### Is Differences free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Differences?

Hidden Objects is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 4.6 out of 5 from 282K ratings, while Differences averages 4.5 from 80 ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects or Differences have ads?

Both Hidden Objects and Differences show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Differences?

Hidden Objects ships an update monthly, and Differences every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on September 30, 2026 and Differences on August 27, 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.*