Comparison

Bubble Matching vs Hidden Objects

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bubble Matching

Organize colorful bubbles by matching identical patterns and merging them on a grid. Enjoy a satisfying drag-and-merge rhythm with chain reactions and visual effects. Progress through relaxing or challenging levels, unlocking themed items and decorations.

Highlights
  • Drag and merge identical bubbles
  • Chain reaction effects
  • Themed bubble unlocks
  • Board decoration customization
  • Relaxing and challenging levels
  • Progress tracking
Features
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The colors of the morning market flow beneath your fingertips — it’s up to you to turn the bustle into order. In the cozy Bubble Town, each stall displays bubbles with different patterns, waiting to be found and merged. Your task is simple: match identical bubbles, drag them together, and watch new shapes emerge across the grid. You’ll appreciate the details: the drag-and-merge rhythm feels light yet satisfying, and chain reactions deliver clear visual effects and score feedback; level design shifts smoothly from relaxing, quick plays to thoughtful puzzle challenges, so you can enjoy both short breaks and longer-term goals. Unlock themed bubbles, board decorations, and useful items to make your collection and progress visible. Along the way there are small objectives, little surprises, and opportunities to plan your layout with care. Whether you’re after a brief moment of rest or a longer collecting journey, there are plenty of reasons to linger — organize your colorful collection and let every move find its own rhythm.

About

Hidden Objects

Embark on a romantic mystery as Mia, searching for her vanished archaeologist husband. Explore diverse worlds, find hidden objects, and collect clues to unravel the secrets of his disappearance. Enjoy an engaging storyline with comic panels and unique puzzles.

Highlights
  • Engaging storyline with comics
  • Dozens of colorful locations
  • Note-hunting mechanic
  • Find the Differences mode
  • Detailed 2D art
  • Offline play
  • Regular updates
Features
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You are Mia. Your husband Alex, a gifted archaeologist, vanishes without a trace during an expedition. All he leaves behind is a mysterious artifact that can transport you between worlds. Now you must follow his path step by step, exploring stunning locations, finding hundreds of hidden objects, and collecting clues he left for you. Each level reveals a new chapter of your shared story, with comic panels before and after every stage to deepen the narrative. Key Features: • Engaging storyline with comics before and after each level. • Dozens of colorful locations – from ancient ruins to futuristic cities. • A note-hunting mechanic that drives the plot forward. • "Find the Differences" mode to test your observation skills. • Detailed 2D art with smooth animations. • Relaxing gameplay, perfect for stress relief. • Hints available when items are too well hidden. • Regular updates with new chapters. Explore worlds full of mystery, magic, and high technology. Gather evidence, uncover the secrets of ancient artifacts, and get closer to solving the mystery of Alex’s disappearance. Can you find him before the portals close forever? Adventures await across many eras: Ancient civilizations and pyramids Mystical forests and castles Snow-covered towns and mining settlements Space stations and distant planets Pirate ships and treasure islands Schools of magic and eastern bazaars Each location is a unique world with its own atmosphere, characters, and puzzles. Why download? • Completely free – no hidden payments. • Offline mode – play anywhere, anytime. • Fun for all ages – perfect family entertainment. • Boosts memory, focus, and attention. • Regular new level updates. Immerse yourself in a romantic mystery where love transcends time and space. Find Alex – and perhaps the secret of the sarcophagus is not as dark as it seems.

Screenshots

Bubble Matching4 screens
Hidden Objects4 screens

Verdict

The call

Bubble Matching and Hidden Objects both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 0% of Bubble Matching's. Hidden Objects also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Bubble Matching's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bubble Matching sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Hidden Objects sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Bubble Matching against 4.8 for Hidden Objects. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 94 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Bubble Matching's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hidden Objects's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bubble Matching ships an update every 3 weeks, Hidden Objects weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bubble Matching versus Hidden Objects: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBubble MatchingHidden Objects
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (32 ratings) — better4.8 (94 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3294 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size349 MB544 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLADANETA PTE. LTD.AA2G1 LTD

Customer experience

Bubble Matching

All ratings32 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Hidden Objects

All ratings80 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral5.0%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Bubble Matching

One-time10
  • Gold Pack 1$1.99
  • Welcome Pack$1.99
  • Inspector Pack$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Gold Pack 2$7.99
  • Remove ADs$7.99
  • Detective Pack$9.99
  • Remove ADs Pack$9.99
  • Gold Pack 3$14.99
  • Agent Pack$19.99
  • Gold Pack 5$49.99
12 purchases

Hidden Objects

One-time12
  • + 50 Clicks$0.99
  • + 2 Magnifiers$0.99
  • + 300 Crystals$1.99
Show 9 more
  • + 10 Magnets$1.99
  • + 500 Crystals$2.99
  • + 10 Magnifiers$2.99
  • + 30 Magnets$2.99
  • + 30 Magnifiers$3.99
  • + 100 Magnifiers$4.99
  • + 100 Magnets$4.99
  • No ads$4.99
  • + 1000 Crystals$5.99

Questions

Is Bubble Matching free?
Bubble Matching is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hidden Objects free?
Hidden Objects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bubble Matching or Hidden Objects?
Bubble Matching is rated higher. Bubble Matching averages 4.9 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Hidden Objects averages 4.8 from 94 ratings.
Do Bubble Matching or Hidden Objects have ads?
Both Bubble Matching and Hidden Objects show ads.
Which is updated more often, Bubble Matching or Hidden Objects?
Bubble Matching ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hidden Objects weekly. Most recently, Bubble Matching was updated on October 31, 2026 and Hidden Objects on October 31, 2026.

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