# Brainstorm Test vs Hidden Tales

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hidden Tales at 40% against Brainstorm Test's 16%. Hidden Tales also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). Brainstorm Test's advantage is chart position (#47 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainstorm Test sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Hidden Tales sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Tales holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8.4K and 20K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Brainstorm Test's written reviews are positive against 40% of Hidden Tales's.

Brainstorm Test ships an update every 2 months, Hidden Tales every 11 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainstorm Test | Hidden Tales |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913/reviews) | **[4.9 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-tales-find-objects/id6475162035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8.4K | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.7% of reviews | **39.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | — |
| Size | 341 MB | 794 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Tribom Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792165246) | [LEAP BILISIM TEKNOLOJILERI VE YAZILIM TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1723451531) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainstorm Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Free · Trivia, #147 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Engage your mind with original riddles and tricky puzzles designed to challenge your analytical and creative thinking. This game offers a fun way to improve memory, reflexes, and problem-solving skills through unique levels and unexpected twists.

**Highlights:** Unique levels with original riddles, Tricky puzzles and brain teasers, Offline gameplay, Simple user interface, Stylized graphics and animations, Improves analytical and creative thinking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 100 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Gems | $17.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Gems | $23.99 | one-time |
| Royal Unlimited | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 Keeps brain healthy
- 🚀 Surprisingly fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Hints/features not working
- 🔁 Repeating games
- 🔁 Progress reset

**Reported bugs**

- Hints/features not working
- Progress reset

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved reward system


### Hidden Tales

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-tales-find-objects/id6475162035)

Explore mysterious locations and solve challenging puzzles in this immersive hidden object game. Enjoy a relaxing I Spy journey with unique maps designed to keep your brain sharp. Play anywhere, anytime, with no Wi-Fi needed.

**Highlights:** Immersive hidden object gameplay, Unique hidden object maps, Relaxing and challenging puzzles, Play offline, no Wi-Fi needed, Intuitive and engaging gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Club - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Club - Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Hidden Club - Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Hidden Secrets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hidden Box | $1.49 | one-time |
| Small Pointer Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Magnet Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Treasure Box | $3.99 | one-time |
| Choose One - All | $7.49 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🎮 Addictive and calming gameplay
- 🔍 Challenging but not too hard
- 💎 Cute animations and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- ⏱️ Items take too long to appear
- 🤔 Suspicious prize wheel
- 💰 Forced to watch ads to get rewards

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or freezes
- Daily challenge not working
- Ads cause screen to go black

**Requested features**

- More new levels and scenes
- Option to skip ads for rewards
- Improved progress saving
- Reduce number of ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainstorm Test free?

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

### Is Hidden Tales free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainstorm Test or Hidden Tales?

Hidden Tales is rated higher. Brainstorm Test averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.4K ratings, while Hidden Tales averages 4.9 from 20K ratings.

### Do Brainstorm Test or Hidden Tales have ads?

Both Brainstorm Test and Hidden Tales show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainstorm Test or Hidden Tales?

Brainstorm Test ships an update every 2 months, and Hidden Tales every 11 days. Most recently, Brainstorm Test was updated on November 4, 2026 and Hidden Tales on November 4, 2026.

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