Comparison

Fairy Godmother vs Detective Montgomery Fox

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

Head to head
About

Fairy Godmother

Embark on a magical mystery adventure as a fairy godmother to rescue a princess under a spell. Solve puzzles, find hidden objects, and uncover the truth behind a witch's curse. Explore a fairytale world filled with magic and intrigue.

Highlights
  • Hidden object puzzles
  • Mystery adventure
  • Brain teasers
  • Mini-games
  • Collectibles
  • Bonus chapter
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Play puzzles and brain teasers in one of the best hidden object adventure games! In this one of the top search & find objects investigation games, your goal is to hide & seek things needed to become a hero! No one ever said being royalty was easy, and that’s certainly the case for your goddaughter. When Princess Sofia is put under a spell at her engagement party, only her fairy godmother can come to her rescue! It’s up to you to use your magical prowess and stellar detective skills to find who’s to blame. But working with the fairy tale residents of Taleville won’t be an easy task, and when magic’s involved, things are rarely as they seem! Do you have what it takes? Find out in this bewitching Hidden-Object Puzzle adventure! · YOU’RE POISONED WITH A RARE POTION BY A LOVESICK WITCH, AND TIME IS RUNNING OUT TO FIND THE ANTIDOTE! Never know what to expect from the magic world and witches. Be careful, find the object that helps you to survive! · PLAY AND REPLAY HOPS, MOVIES, AND MINI-GAMES - AND EARN ALL THE ACHIEVEMENTS! This unique Collector’s Edition provides a lot of extra materials like concept-arts, wallpapers, replayable detective games and puzzles, as well as a full-length captivating Bonus Chapter! · COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTIONS OF WEDDING FAVORS AND MORPHING WITCH'S GEAR, AND EXCHANGE GEMS TO EQUIP YOUR MAGIC WORKSHOP! Gather collections of beautiful statuettes, collect magical seeds and butterflies and play finding objects game! · THE HELPFUL STRATEGY GUIDE WILL KEEP YOU ON TRACK IN TALEVILLE! Be always sure of your next move while enjoying these finding games! A handy Strategy Guide will always help you if you ever get stuck. This game has a free trial part. You can unlock the full version through an in-app purchase. ----- Questions? Email us at support@dominigames.com Visit our website to play more: http://dominigames.com Become our fan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dominigames Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dominigames

About

Detective Montgomery Fox

Embark on a captivating hidden object adventure as a renowned detective called to the countryside to solve a mysterious case. Explore vibrant locations, solve brain teasers, and uncover clues to unravel a thrilling plot filled with quirky characters and surprising twists. Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly experience with no timers or pressure.

Highlights
  • Dozens of unique, colorful locations
  • Variety of brain teasers and mini-games
  • Story-driven mystery investigation
  • Relaxed, family-friendly gameplay
  • Offline play
  • No data collection
  • 60+ illustrated scenes
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The Case of the Diamond Necklace calls a famous city detective, Montgomery Fox, to the countryside to solve the mystery! Detective Montgomery Fox and the Case of the Diamond Necklace sets the stage for an exciting Hidden Object investigation. When crime strikes the countryside, only a famous city detective can solve the case. He'll soon discover there's more to this case than meets the eye! Set for a journey, meet different characters, find clues and finally unravel a riveting mystery in this fun and colorful hidden object puzzle adventure game! What awaits you • Journey through dozens of unique, colorful locations • Challenge your mind with a variety of brain teasers, hidden object scenes, and mini-games • Choose your difficulty mode • Meet characters, search for items and clues PERFECT FOR PLAYERS WHO WANT: • Fully optimized for your iPad and iPad Pro — play on a big screen with stunning HD graphics and details! • Play completely offline - Phone & Tablet and Desktop support — anytime, anywhere • No data collection — your privacy is safe • Premium Game - Try free, unlock full game once – no ads, no micro-transactions. FEATURES • Relaxed, family-friendly hidden-object gameplay — no timers, no pressure. • 60+ beautifully illustrated scenes and zoom puzzles. • Variety of mini-games: memory, jigsaw, find-the-difference and more. • Story-driven: discover secrets, meet quirky characters, and follow surprising twists. • Win achievements and search for collectables • Safe for kids — privacy-respecting, no advertising and easy to pick up. • Why players love it Fans of hidden-object games, detective stories, point-and-click adventures, and mysteries will feel right at home. If you enjoy exploring, solving riddles, and piecing together secrets, this game is made for you. • Free to try Try for free, then unlock the full game for the entire investigation— no distractions, just mystery to solve.

Screenshots

Fairy Godmother4 screens
Detective Montgomery Fox4 screens

Verdict

The call

Fairy Godmother and Detective Montgomery Fox both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of Detective Montgomery Fox's written reviews are positive against 53% of Fairy Godmother's. Detective Montgomery Fox also leads on ads (none vs shown). Fairy Godmother's advantage is ratings volume (287 vs 46). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Fairy Godmother sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Detective Montgomery Fox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Fairy Godmother against 4.6 for Detective Montgomery Fox. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fairy Godmother has 287 ratings behind it against 46, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of Fairy Godmother's written reviews are positive against 93% of Detective Montgomery Fox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fairy Godmother ships an update every 9 months, Detective Montgomery Fox every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on August 9, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fairy Godmother versus Detective Montgomery Fox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFairy GodmotherDetective Montgomery Fox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (287 ratings) — better4.6 (46 ratings)
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews93.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings287 — better46
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size945 MB189 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDO GAMES LIMITEDFortune Cookie d.o.o.

Customer experience

Fairy Godmother

All ratings287 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative33.3%

Detective Montgomery Fox

All ratings44 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive93.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative3.3%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Fairy Godmother

One-time9
  • Full Game Unlock 30% Discount2 variants$5.99
  • Full Game Unlock$6.99
  • Unlock$7.99
Show 6 more
  • Full Game Unlock$7.99
  • Unlock$8.99
  • Subscribers' Full Game Unlock$8.99
  • Full Game Unlock 30% Discount$8.99
  • Full Game Unlock$11.99
  • Unlock$12.99
1 purchases

Detective Montgomery Fox

One-time1
  • Full Game Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is Fairy Godmother free?
Fairy Godmother is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Detective Montgomery Fox free?
Detective Montgomery Fox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fairy Godmother or Detective Montgomery Fox?
Fairy Godmother is rated higher. Fairy Godmother averages 4.7 out of 5 from 287 ratings, while Detective Montgomery Fox averages 4.6 from 46 ratings.
Do Fairy Godmother or Detective Montgomery Fox have ads?
Fairy Godmother shows ads; Detective Montgomery Fox does not.
Which is updated more often, Fairy Godmother or Detective Montgomery Fox?
Fairy Godmother ships an update every 9 months, and Detective Montgomery Fox every 6 months. Most recently, Fairy Godmother was updated on August 9, 2026 and Detective Montgomery Fox on September 20, 2026.

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