# Pearl’s Peril vs Mystery Hotel

Pearl’s Peril and Mystery Hotel both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Mystery Hotel's written reviews are positive against 59% of Pearl’s Peril's. Mystery Hotel also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). Pearl’s Peril's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (57K vs 9.1K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pearl’s Peril sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Mystery Hotel sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Pearl’s Peril against 4.5 for Mystery Hotel. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pearl’s Peril has 57K ratings behind it against 9.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Pearl’s Peril's written reviews are positive against 82% of Mystery Hotel's.

Pearl’s Peril ships an update every 3 months, Mystery Hotel every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pearl’s Peril | Mystery Hotel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (57K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearls-peril-hidden-objects/id594802437/reviews)** | [4.5 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-hotel-hidden-objects/id1457316296/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **57K** | 9.1K |
| Positive reviews | 59.3% of reviews | **81.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 363 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [wooga](https://appshunter.io/developer/461402737) | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) |

## What reviewers say

### Pearl’s Peril

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearls-peril-hidden-objects/id594802437)

Embark on a global adventure to solve a mysterious death by finding hidden objects in beautifully drawn scenes. Unravel a diabolical plot, befriend characters, and renovate a private island estate. This game offers a gripping story and competitive gameplay.

**Highlights:** Hidden object gameplay, Global mystery adventure, Island estate renovation, Hand-drawn scenes, Story-driven gameplay, Community challenges

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Explorer Sale Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Greens | $2.99 | one-time |
| Traveler Sale Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bunch of Greens | $9.99 | one-time |
| Greens Deal | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pearl's Treasure Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Greens | $19.99 | one-time |
| Super Cash Deal | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Savers Pack | $30.99 | one-time |
| Stacks of Greens | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Visually appealing
- 💡 Interesting storyline
- 🤝 Good for memory and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and connection issues
- ⏱️ Slow progress and high costs
- 🔒 Facebook integration required
- 🤯 Overwhelming with ads and in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing energy, tickets, and other items
- Inconsistent scoring and scene completion
- Forced updates causing further issues
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to transfer progress across devices
- More land expansion and decoration options
- Improved energy/ticket management system
- Reduced grind and more balanced progression


### Mystery Hotel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-hotel-hidden-objects/id1457316296)

Step into the shoes of a detective to solve a murder mystery at a secluded hotel. Explore colorful scenes, gather clues, and interact with witnesses to uncover the truth. Enjoy a variety of puzzles and challenges, with the option to replay scenes for new rewards.

**Highlights:** Hidden object searching, Spot the difference puzzles, Object restoration puzzles, Clue collection, Witness interaction, Collectible rewards

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints to Find Objects | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hidden Images Instant Hint | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for iPad and iPhone | $1.99 | one-time |
| GoldMaster Special | $2.99 | one-time |
| All You Need to Seek and Find | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Visually appealing graphics
- 🕹️ Enjoyable gameplay
- 💡 Variety of challenges
- 🕰️ No time pressure

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔁 Repetitive levels
- 🔍 Some objects hard to find
- 🚫 Abrupt ending
- 📢 Frequent ads
- 🔌 Drains battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Unresponsive controls
- Unreadable text in some scenes

**Requested features**

- More levels and locations to explore
- Ability to save progress and resume later
- Option to turn off ads or pay to remove them
- Clearer story progression and conclusion


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pearl’s Peril free?

Pearl’s Peril is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mystery Hotel free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pearl’s Peril or Mystery Hotel?

Pearl’s Peril is rated higher. Pearl’s Peril averages 4.5 out of 5 from 57K ratings, while Mystery Hotel averages 4.5 from 9.1K ratings.

### Do Pearl’s Peril or Mystery Hotel have ads?

Both Pearl’s Peril and Mystery Hotel show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pearl’s Peril or Mystery Hotel?

Pearl’s Peril ships an update every 3 months, and Mystery Hotel every 8 months. Most recently, Pearl’s Peril was updated on October 28, 2026 and Mystery Hotel on October 26, 2026.

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