# Hidden Objects vs Differences

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Differences at 81% against Hidden Objects's 32%. Differences also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (6.1K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects sells 17 one-off in-app purchases and Differences sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Differences holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Differences has 6.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 81% of Differences's.

Hidden Objects ships an update every 3 weeks, Differences every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Differences |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-adventure/id6502976033/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-spot-them/id6746439183/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **6.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 31.9% of reviews | **81.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 953 MB | 311 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anna Bondar](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792683666) | [Kiwi Fun HK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546853941) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-adventure/id6502976033)

Engage in a visually appealing hidden object game where items are cleverly concealed within detailed interior scenes. Enjoy a variety of search challenges and classic hints to help you uncover well-blended objects. This free, offline game offers a delightful aesthetic experience for item-finding enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Hidden objects in interior scenes, Good graphic content, Varied item finding challenges, Items organically blended, Classic hints system, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Magnifier x 2 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Magnifier | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add Click | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 coins pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Magnifier | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add Click | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 coins pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magnifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Premium | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 coins pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Classic Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Booster Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2500 coins pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Magnifier | $19.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins pack | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful artwork and detail
- 🌟 Lots of levels
- 😌 Relaxing and unwinding game
- 🆓 Free to play (with ads)

**What reviewers complain about**

-  intrusive ads
- 📉 Limited lives/mistakes
- 😵 Frustrating bugs
- ⏳ Long loading times
- 💸 Paid features not always working

**Reported bugs**

- Daily challenges not loading/error messages
- Game frozen after certain levels
- App crashes or won't load
- Lost progress after reinstalling or errors
- Menu/UI elements covering game levels

**Requested features**

- Option to pay one-time fee to remove ads
- More levels needed
- Fix the daily challenges
- Bring back unlimited clicks/lives
- Adjust the UI to not cover game elements


### Differences

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-spot-them/id6746439183)

This game offers a unique puzzle experience with handcrafted artwork and brain-teasing challenges. It tests your attention to detail with smart, logical differences across diverse themes. Enjoy relaxed gameplay with no timers and a fair hint system.

**Highlights:** Uniquely illustrated levels, Smart, logical differences, Relaxed gameplay, no timers, Diverse themes, Fair hint system, Weekly new levels

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Challenging and engaging
- 💡 Excellent game concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Some levels too easy for experienced players

**Reported bugs**

- Certain levels have no differences
- Restarting the game after reaching high levels

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels
- Difficulty settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects free?

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

### Is Differences free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Differences?

Differences is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Differences averages 4.9 from 6.1K ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects or Differences have ads?

Both Hidden Objects and Differences show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Differences?

Hidden Objects ships an update every 3 weeks, and Differences every 11 days. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on October 15, 2026 and Differences on October 19, 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.*