Comparison

3D Hidden Object Challenge vs Baba Hides

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

Head to head
About

3D Hidden Object Challenge

Features
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Collect all of the hidden objects in each of 12 scenes. Scenes can be completed in any order. Each time you start a level it selects random assortment of items to find,. Some scenes have multiples of the same object or pairs of objects which might be different colors. Some scenes require you to find a tool to help uncover the hidden objects in that level. Each scene also has a hidden coin. Collect all 12 to unlock the secret scene. Easy to use camera and touch controls. Optionally shares your accomplishments via email, or text messaging. Universal App - supports iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, including standard, Retina, and iPhone X displays. Even runs on Apple Mac or MacBooks equipped with the new Apple’s M1 Silicon chip with easy to use keyboard and mouse controls. Special thanks to the National Videogame Museum.

About

Baba Hides

Embark on a delightful hide-and-seek adventure with a cute baby dinosaur. Explore 16 unique, colorful scenes across various themes and locations, each with multiple hiding spots. Enjoy a safe, offline experience with fun sound rewards and helpful hints.

Highlights
  • 16 unique scenes
  • Multiple hiding spots per scene
  • Offline play
  • Spotlight hint feature
  • Skip button
  • Scene memory
  • No in-app purchases
Features
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Meet Baba, the cutest baby dinosaur, who loves to hide! Can you find him? Explore numerous beautifully crafted scenes where Baba is hiding. The scenes contain multiple hiding spots, span different eras and locations to keep the game fresh and exciting. It's the perfect blend of hide-and-seek fun for little ones! Why kids will love it: • 16 Unique Scenes: Each scene is packed with colorful details that span geographies and activities, keeping things interesting - Baba is "At Sea with Vikings" - Baba is "In the Wild West" - Baba is "Hiding at the Air Show" - Baba is "Eating Dinner in the Dining Room" - Baba is "Lost in a Messy Kitchen" - Baba is "Lost in a Messy Bedroom" - Baba is "Hiding at the Beach" - Baba is "Gaming at the Pizza Arcade" - Baba is "Playing Baseball" - Baba is "Marooned in Space" - Baba is "Walking About the Castle Courtyard" - Baba is "Visiting his friends at the Zoo" - Baba is "Running Around at The Carnival" - Baba is "Driving at the Truck Yard" - Baba is "At a Rock Concert" - Baba has "Gone Fishin'" • Multiple hiding spots: In each scene, Baba has several places he likes to hide, so the game offers lots of replay value • Fun and colorful splash screens in between hiding spots so you have something fun to look at while you're waiting for Baba to hide • Spotlight: A spotlight appears over Baba helping you see his hiding spot after you've found him in case he's really small • Skip button: Is the hiding spot too hard? You can use the skip button to easily move to the next scene • Fun Sound Rewards: Hear a delightful piano chime every time you find Baba – so satisfying! • Scene memory: The app keeps track of hiding spots you've seen already (even if you end the app) so the spots don't get too repetitive too quickly • Simple & Safe: An elegant interface with no internet required, no signups, and no in-app purchases. Just launch the app and start seeking! • New scenes and hiding spots will be added to the app with no additional purchase required, making the game virtually endless! • Baba's Playground access: Using the Playground Code in this app, you can download "Baba's Playground" and unlock the Baba Hides + activity so you can have all of the features right in your playground app. Let your child enjoy a screen-time adventure that’s both relaxing and rewarding. Download Baba Hides today and see if you can find Baba as he travels through time and space!

Screenshots

3D Hidden Object Challenge4 screens
Baba Hides4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Baba Hides at monthly against 3D Hidden Object Challenge's every 23 months. 3D Hidden Object Challenge's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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

3D Hidden Object Challenge costs $2.99 and Baba Hides $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

3D Hidden Object Challenge ships an update every 23 months, Baba Hides monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
3D Hidden Object Challenge versus Baba Hides: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter3D Hidden Object ChallengeBaba Hides
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size259 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagnin & AssociatesBaby Dino Enterprises LLC

In-app purchases

None

3D Hidden Object Challenge

No in-app purchases

None

Baba Hides

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 3D Hidden Object Challenge free?
3D Hidden Object Challenge costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Baba Hides free?
Baba Hides costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do 3D Hidden Object Challenge or Baba Hides have ads?
Neither 3D Hidden Object Challenge nor Baba Hides shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 3D Hidden Object Challenge or Baba Hides?
3D Hidden Object Challenge ships an update every 23 months, and Baba Hides monthly. Most recently, 3D Hidden Object Challenge was updated on October 15, 2026 and Baba Hides on October 16, 2026.

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