Comparison

Threes!+ vs Hidden Folks+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Threes!+

A captivating number-sliding puzzle game that offers endless challenge and a unique experience. Discover charming characters and an engaging soundtrack in this complete, ad-free adventure.

Highlights
  • Number sliding puzzle mechanics
  • Endless challenge
  • Charming characters
  • Heart-warming soundtrack
  • Complete experience, no IAP
Features
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Threes is tiny puzzle that grows on you. This is the Apple Arcade version. ³ Apple Game of the Year 2014!!* ³ Apple Design Award 2014 Winner* ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ “You might as well delete Candy Crush Saga now.” ~ Pocket Gamer “It's surprisingly adorable, for a game starring numbers.” ~ Joystiq “It’s the kind of game that embosses the rules on your brain within 30 seconds, but then compels you to spend the next two hours playing.” ~ Pocket Tactics ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Explore our little game’s deep challenge and grow your mind beyond imagination. Optimized for iOS8 and human brains. Universal app for iPhone and iPads. ³ Endless challenge from one simple game mode ³ An endearing cast of characters ³ A heart-warming soundtrack ³ No IAP - Threes is a complete experience the moment you download it Honorably mentioned for Excellence in Design by the Independent Games Festival.* ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ From the makers of PUZZLEJUICE: ³ Designed by Asher Vollmer ³ Illustrated by Greg Wohlwend (Ridiculous Fishing, Hundreds) ³ Scored by Jimmy Hinson (Black Ops 2, Mass Effect 2) ³ Optimized by Hidden Variable (Bag It!, Tic Tactics) ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Threes grows with you and you’ll grow with Threes. * Recognition for original 2014 version.

About

Hidden Folks+

Explore charming, hand-drawn miniature worlds to find hidden characters and objects. Interact with the environment to uncover secrets and progress through levels. Enjoy a unique audio experience with numerous sound effects.

Highlights
  • Hand-drawn interactive landscapes
  • Hundreds of targets to find
  • Unique sound effects
  • Interactive environments
  • Multiple color modes
  • iMessage stickers
Features
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Game of the Year (2017) on the App Store! Search for hidden folks in hand-drawn, interactive, miniature landscapes. Unfurl tent flaps, cut through bushes, slam doors, and poke some crocodiles! Rooooaaaarrrr!!!!! A strip of targets shows you what to look for. Tap a target for a hint, and find enough to unlock the next area. ------/ Game Features /------ - 32 hand-drawn areas - 300+ targets to find - 2000+ mouth-originated sound effects - 500+ unique interactions - 3 color modes: normal, sepia, and night mode - 22 languages (translated by the community) - 100+ iMessage stickers - iCloud synchronisation ------/ Need help? /------ You can always email game designer Adriaan de Jongh: https://adriaan.games

Screenshots

Threes!+4 screens
Hidden Folks+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Folks+ at 4.9 against Threes!+'s 4.1. Hidden Folks+ also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 62%) and ratings volume (11K vs 196). Threes!+'s advantage is monetization model (free vs paid). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hidden Folks+ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Folks+ has 11K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Threes!+'s written reviews are positive against 94% of Hidden Folks+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, Hidden Folks+ every 11 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Threes!+ versus Hidden Folks+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThrees!+Hidden Folks+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (196 ratings)4.9 (11K ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.2% of reviews94.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19611K — better
Update frequencyEvery 51 monthsEvery 11 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB217 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSirvo LLCAdriaan de Jongh

Customer experience

Threes!+

All ratings196 ratings
Positive74.5%
Neutral9.7%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews127 reviews
Positive62.2%
Neutral15.0%
Negative22.8%

Hidden Folks+

All ratings11,435 ratings
Positive98.3%
Neutral1.2%
Negative0.5%
Written reviews642 reviews
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.1%

User reviews

Threes!+

From 196 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Simple yet engaging gameplay mechanics
  • 🎵 Beautiful soundtrack and aesthetics
  • 😊 Cozy and relaxing gaming experience
  • ⏱️ Perfect for short gaming sessions
  • 🧠 Mentally stimulating and challenging

Room to improve

  • 🎲 Heavy reliance on luck/RNG over strategy
  • 🔊 Annoying and creepy sound effects/voices
  • 🔋 Significant battery drain
  • ⏳ Slow score calculation after games
  • 😤 Aggressive tile distribution algorithm

Hidden Folks+

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Adorable and interactive scenes
  • 🎨 Unique hand-drawn art style
  • 🕹️ Fun and engaging gameplay
  • 🕰️ Relaxing and casual experience
  • 🔊 Amusing sound effects

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Some items are very small and hard to find
  • 🤔 Clues can be cryptic or unhelpful
  • 🔋 Game can drain battery quickly

Bugs and requests

Threes!+

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Game Center leaderboards don't update properly
  • High scores not reflecting in rankings
  • App freezes every 3-4 games on iPad
  • Game doesn't load in Slide Over mode
  • Severe lag on iOS 26 devices
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  • Tile combination not working correctly (1s and 2s)
  • Game Center achievements not syncing
  • UI text misaligned on iPhone 12 Pro
  • Reachability feature interferes with swiping
  • Forced Game Center sign-in prompts appear every game

Requested features

12 requests
  • Game Center leaderboard sync fix
  • Undo/rewind functionality
  • Option to choose original soundtrack
  • Controller support (Backbone compatibility)
  • Ability to disable sharing prompts
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  • Skip score calculation animation
  • Dark mode that syncs with device settings
  • Better tutorial/instructions for new players
  • Language support for Traditional Chinese
  • Ability to disable Game Center interruptions
  • Higher score tracking accuracy
  • Separate sound effects toggle (keep music, remove voices)

Hidden Folks+

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Progress sometimes gets reset unexpectedly
  • Compatibility issues on certain devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Hint system or option to get help
  • Ability to zoom in/out on scenes
  • More levels and content updates

In-app purchases

None

Threes!+

No in-app purchases

None

Hidden Folks+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Threes!+ free?
Threes!+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hidden Folks+ free?
Hidden Folks+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Threes!+ or Hidden Folks+?
Hidden Folks+ is rated higher. Threes!+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 196 ratings, while Hidden Folks+ averages 4.9 from 11K ratings.
Do Threes!+ or Hidden Folks+ have ads?
Neither Threes!+ nor Hidden Folks+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Threes!+ or Hidden Folks+?
Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, and Hidden Folks+ every 11 months. Most recently, Threes!+ was updated on October 17, 2026 and Hidden Folks+ on October 17, 2026.

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