# Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object vs Brain Riddle

The clearest difference is rating: Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object at 4.6 against Brain Riddle's 3.6. Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 14). Brain Riddle's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Brain Riddle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object has 1.5K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object's written reviews are positive against 38% of Brain Riddle's.

Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object ships an update monthly, Brain Riddle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object | Brain Riddle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icebound-secretshidden-object/id6572296206/reviews)** | [3.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-riddle-tricky-box/id6757749388/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **49.3% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#207** | — |
| Size | 960 MB | 606 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CROOTO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276546017) | [Guru Future Holding Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693569117) |

## What reviewers say

### Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icebound-secretshidden-object/id6572296206)

**Currently charting:** #207 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Unravel the mysteries of a snow-bound city where supernatural events are unfolding. As a journalist detective, find hidden objects, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth behind disappearances and unnatural cold. This mystical thriller blends detective work with horror elements.

**Highlights:** Find and seek hidden objects, Complete detective tasks, Solve logic puzzles and riddles, Explore mysterious locations, Zoom in on scenes for clues, Uncover secrets of a lost city

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| First Treasure | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 coins Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 55 coins Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 80 coins Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 120 coins Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Offer | $14.99 | one-time |
| 200 coins Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Prefer the free-to-play mode
- 🚀 Awesome change in game format

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Coins/hints can be expensive
- 🐛 Progress not saved
- 🐛 Game resets progress
- 🙅‍♀️ Dislike free-to-play model

**Reported bugs**

- Progress not saved
- Game resets progress

**Requested features**

- Remove coins/in-app purchases
- Add voice support
- Improve save/load functionality


### Brain Riddle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-riddle-tricky-box/id6757749388)

Engage in a mind-bending puzzle game where you must think unconventionally to solve tricky riddles and escape. Interact with a unique doodle sketch world filled with pranks and unexpected challenges. Hints are available if you get stuck.

**Highlights:** Tricky prank games, Creative doodle sketch art, Funny sounds and witty effects, Offline logic puzzles, Fun for all ages

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Purchase Special | $0.99 | one-time |
| Boxy's Colorful Gift Box | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 250 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 500 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Boxy's Lucky Gift Box | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 1000 | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle (New) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2500 | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object free?

Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Brain Riddle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object or Brain Riddle?

Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object is rated higher. Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Brain Riddle averages 3.6 from 14 ratings.

### Do Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object or Brain Riddle have ads?

Brain Riddle shows ads; Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object does not.

### Which is updated more often, Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object or Brain Riddle?

Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object ships an update monthly, and Brain Riddle every 2 weeks. Most recently, Icebound Secrets・Hidden Object was updated on November 7, 2026 and Brain Riddle on October 31, 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.*