# Hidden Objects Collection * vs Hidden Objects Mystery Society

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Objects Collection * at none against Hidden Objects Mystery Society's 11. Hidden Objects Collection * also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 11.0). Hidden Objects Mystery Society's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (16K vs 3K). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects Mystery Society sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Hidden Objects Collection * asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Hidden Objects Collection * against 4.4 for Hidden Objects Mystery Society. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects Mystery Society has 16K ratings behind it against 3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Hidden Objects Collection *'s written reviews are positive against 74% of Hidden Objects Mystery Society's.

Hidden Objects Collection * ships an update every 3 months, Hidden Objects Mystery Society every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Collection * | Hidden Objects Mystery Society |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-collection/id661102413/reviews)** | [4.4 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-mystery-society/id941931465/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3K | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.3% of reviews** | 74.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 321 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) | [Rolltower Studios Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/672539756) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects Collection *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-collection/id661102413)

Embark on seven free hidden object adventures across diverse themes, from post-apocalyptic mysteries and global travel to romantic detective stories and classic literary adaptations. Solve puzzles, uncover clues, and immerse yourself in beautifully crafted scenes.

**Highlights:** Seven free hidden object adventures, Post-apocalyptic mystery, Global travel simulation, 18th-century romance puzzle, Literary adaptations, Detective stories, Zombie-themed puzzles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hidden Objects Mystery Society

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-mystery-society/id941931465)

Embark on a detective adventure across Europe, finding hidden objects and solving mysteries. Explore vibrant cities, uncover clues, and climb the ranks of a secret society to become the ultimate detective. Enjoy various game modes and mini-games, even offline.

**Highlights:** Solve mysteries and find hidden objects, Explore European cities, Hundreds of hidden objects per scene, Multiple game modes (Find the differences, Mirror, Night), Mini-games (Solitaire, Match 3), Offline play

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Set of Items | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack of Energy Items | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Set of Items | $2.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 44 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 31750 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 93 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30000 Coins and 90 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Set of Items | $9.99 | one-time |
| 190 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 395 Gems | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good gameplay
- 🤔 Interesting concept
- 🎨 Nice graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Slow progress/energy regeneration
- 🛑 Frustrating glitches and bugs
- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases/ads
- 🤯 Confusing/lack of instructions

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes/crashes after watching ads
- Purchased items/rewards not received
- Inconsistent/unreliable video ads

**Requested features**

- Improve energy/progress system
- Fix video ad/freezing issues
- Provide better tutorials/instructions
- Reduce in-app purchase requirements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects Collection * free?

Hidden Objects Collection * is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hidden Objects Mystery Society free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Collection * or Hidden Objects Mystery Society?

Hidden Objects Collection * is rated higher. Hidden Objects Collection * averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Hidden Objects Mystery Society averages 4.4 from 16K ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects Collection * or Hidden Objects Mystery Society have ads?

Hidden Objects Mystery Society shows ads; Hidden Objects Collection * does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects Collection * or Hidden Objects Mystery Society?

Hidden Objects Collection * ships an update every 3 months, and Hidden Objects Mystery Society every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects Collection * was updated on October 20, 2026 and Hidden Objects Mystery Society on October 18, 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.*