# Hidden Objects vs Mystery Files

The clearest difference is update cadence: Mystery Files at fortnightly against Hidden Objects's every 2 months. Mystery Files also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Hidden Objects's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 58%) and ratings volume (22K vs 5.8K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Mystery Files sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. 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 4.6 for Mystery Files. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22K and 5.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 58% of Mystery Files's.

Hidden Objects ships an update every 2 months, Mystery Files fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Mystery Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-find-them-all/id1522527128/reviews)** | [4.6 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 5.8K |
| Positive reviews | **67.8% of reviews** | 58.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 203 MB | 431 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Ildus Galiulin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464129173) | [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-find-them-all/id1522527128)

Engage your detective skills by finding hidden objects within detailed pictures. This puzzle game offers numerous levels and challenging gameplay to test and improve your concentration. Play offline and enjoy regular updates with this engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Over 250 levels, 3 game modes, Challenging item detection, Free hints, Offline play, Original graphics

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 6500 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 13500 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 30000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 👀 Helps with observation skills
- 🎨 Enjoyable visuals
- 😊 Relaxing experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads
- 🔍 Some objects too hard to see
- 🕰️ Restrictive time limits
- 🔄 Lack of device sync

**Reported bugs**

- Sound/music not working
- Orientation issues on tablets

**Requested features**

- Remove time limits
- Improve object visibility
- Reduce ad frequency
- Add device sync


### Mystery Files

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

Engage in free-to-play detective puzzles and brain teasers. Discover hidden objects in various locations and choose from a library of interactive stories and quests. Earn achievements and collect unique items as you unravel mysteries.

**Highlights:** Hidden object puzzles, Point-and-click adventures, Interactive stories, Brain teasers and mini-games, Achievement system, Collectible items

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| 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 Pouch of Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| A Pinch of Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack of useful things | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chalice of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Currency box | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| A Pouch of Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| A Bag of Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| A Bag of Gems | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Chest of Coins | $11.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $12.99 | 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 Objects free?

Hidden Objects 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 Objects or Mystery Files?

Hidden Objects is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Mystery Files averages 4.6 from 5.8K ratings.

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

Both Hidden Objects and Mystery Files show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Mystery Files?

Hidden Objects ships an update every 2 months, and Mystery Files fortnightly. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on September 24, 2026 and Mystery Files on September 24, 2026.

---

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