# Around the World vs Lilu

The clearest difference is rating: Lilu at 5.0 against Around the World's 4.0. Lilu also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Around the World's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.1 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Around the World sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Lilu sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lilu holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Around the World ships an update every 20 months, Lilu every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Around the World | Lilu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/around-the-world-hidden-objects/id830529473/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-the-lost-reflection/id6478510262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 11 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 532 MB | 279 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JoyBits Co Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/375374774) | [Stanislav Buchkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701078535) |

## What reviewers say

### Around the World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/around-the-world-hidden-objects/id830529473)

Embark on a magical Victorian-era adventure to find a legendary treasure. Explore six continents, uncover hundreds of hidden objects in vibrant locations, and solve puzzles. Combine items into collections to progress through an exciting storyline filled with steam-powered wonders and overcome challenges.

**Highlights:** Hidden object gameplay, Victorian era setting, Explore six continents, Combine items into collections, Exciting storyline, Mini-games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Traveler's Suitcase | $3.99 | one-time |
| Researcher's Suitcase | $4.99 | one-time |
| Silver Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Gold Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gold Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Discoverer's Suitcase | $12.99 | one-time |
| Big Gold Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Extra Gold Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


### Lilu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-the-lost-reflection/id6478510262)

Uncover family secrets and find your missing twin sister in this captivating match-3 puzzle adventure. Explore a mysterious castle, solve intricate puzzles, and find hidden artifacts to reveal a centuries-old truth. Your investigation begins now.

**Highlights:** Match-3 puzzle levels, Hidden artifact collection, Castle exploration, Captivating story, Investigate clues, Restore abandoned rooms

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Around the World free?

Around the World is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lilu free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Around the World or Lilu?

Lilu is rated higher. Around the World averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Lilu averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Around the World or Lilu have ads?

Lilu shows ads; Around the World does not.

### Which is updated more often, Around the World or Lilu?

Around the World ships an update every 20 months, and Lilu every 11 months. Most recently, Around the World was updated on October 18, 2026 and Lilu on October 24, 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.*