# Hidden Differences vs Differences

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Differences at none against Differences's 1. Hidden Differences also leads on ratings volume (52K vs 6.1K). Differences's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Differences sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Hidden Differences asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Hidden Differences against 4.9 for Differences. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Differences has 52K ratings behind it against 6.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Hidden Differences's written reviews are positive against 81% of Differences's.

Hidden Differences ships an update every 3 weeks, Differences every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Differences | Differences |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (52K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-differences-spot-it/id6743826157/reviews) | [4.9 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-spot-them/id6746439183/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **52K** | 6.1K |
| Positive reviews | 74.6% of reviews | **81.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 216 MB | 311 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CrazyArt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770504093) | [Kiwi Fun HK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546853941) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Differences

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-differences-spot-it/id6743826157)

This game challenges your observation skills with beautifully crafted scenes filled with hidden differences. Enjoy hundreds of levels, use hints when stuck, and relax with its stress-free gameplay. It's an engaging and addictive puzzle experience for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Stunning visuals and meticulously designed scenes, Hundreds of unique levels, Hint system for assistance, Relaxing and stress-free gameplay, Regular updates with new content

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging
- 👍 Relaxing but requiring attention to detail
- 👍 Keeps your mind occupied
- 👍 Helps brain and eye coordination
- 👍 Makes you pay good attention


### 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 Differences free?

Hidden Differences is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Differences free?

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

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

Hidden Differences and Differences are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 52K and 6.1K ratings respectively.

### Do Hidden Differences or Differences have ads?

Both Hidden Differences and Differences show ads.

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

Hidden Differences ships an update every 3 weeks, and Differences every 11 days. Most recently, Hidden Differences was updated on October 13, 2026 and Differences on October 12, 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.*