# Mystery Numbers 2 vs Hidden Numbers

The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Numbers at 5.0 against Mystery Numbers 2's 3.8. Mystery Numbers 2's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 4) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mystery Numbers 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hidden Numbers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Numbers holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mystery Numbers 2 has 21 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Mystery Numbers 2 ships an update every 19 months, Hidden Numbers every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mystery Numbers 2 | Hidden Numbers |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-numbers-2/id511879916/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-numbers-math-game/id1134423185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 12 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Absolutist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/354691168) | [Michal Sajban](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523258286) |

## What reviewers say

### Mystery Numbers 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-numbers-2/id511879916)

Engage in a challenging hidden object adventure with over 10 new levels and 400+ items to find. Compete against online opponents in a fun, family-friendly hide-and-seek experience that requires no language skills.

**Highlights:** Over 10 new levels, Find 400+ hidden objects, Multiplayer mode, Global leaderboard, No language skills needed, Family-friendly gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😄 So much fun
- 👍 Awesome & Fun!
- 👍 Good game
- 👍 Really fun & awesome app!
- 👍 Love this game!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Penalized for going fast
- 😞 Cannot click on some numbers
- 😞 Ads will keep popping up
- 😞 Tutorial will not go away
- 😞 Jerky disappointing

**Reported bugs**

- Game can't keep up
- Cannot click on some numbers
- Ads keep popping up
- Tutorial will not go away
- Not registering all correct selections

**Requested features**

- Hint option
- Remove time deduction for finding numbers
- Fix bugs
- Show missed numbers after level
- Option for one player


### Hidden Numbers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-numbers-math-game/id1134423185)

Master math and counting with engaging puzzles. This game offers dynamic modes, custom difficulty, and timed or relaxed play. Compete globally and play offline to sharpen your arithmetic skills.

**Highlights:** 7 Dynamic Game Modes, Custom Difficulty, Timed vs. Relaxed Play, Global Leaderboards, 100% Offline Play, Arithmetic Skill Improvement

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version + no ads! | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mystery Numbers 2 free?

Mystery Numbers 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Hidden Numbers free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mystery Numbers 2 or Hidden Numbers?

Hidden Numbers is rated higher. Mystery Numbers 2 averages 3.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Hidden Numbers averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Mystery Numbers 2 or Hidden Numbers have ads?

Both Mystery Numbers 2 and Hidden Numbers show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mystery Numbers 2 or Hidden Numbers?

Mystery Numbers 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Hidden Numbers every 12 months. Most recently, Mystery Numbers 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Hidden Numbers on November 2, 2026.

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