# Around the World vs Hidden Objects

The clearest difference is ads: Around the World at none against Hidden Objects's shown. Around the World also leads on iOS requirement (6.1 vs 9.0). Hidden Objects's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (364 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Around the World sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Hidden Objects sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hidden Objects holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Objects has 364 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Around the World ships an update every 20 months, Hidden Objects every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Around the World | Hidden Objects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/around-the-world-hidden-objects/id830529473/reviews) | **[4.3 (364 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-twilight-town/id919998383/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **364** |
| Positive reviews | — | 82.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 532 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.1** | 9.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [JoyBits Co Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/375374774) | [Absolutist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/354691168) |

## 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 |


### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-twilight-town/id919998383)

Uncover dark secrets and solve mysteries in a town filled with supernatural intrigue. Combine hidden object scenes with city-building elements to investigate crimes, manage resources, and protect citizens from vampires and werewolves.

**Highlights:** Explore richly detailed hidden object scenes, Solve clever puzzles and mini-games, Build and manage your town, Complete magic collections, Investigate supernatural crimes, Choose sides in vampire vs. werewolf war

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Novice Chest New | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 Ammolites | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gold 10000 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack (75 Ammolites and10000 gold) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magical Chest New | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack (Ammolites 100 + Gold 20000) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Ammolites 75 and Bonus 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold 25000 and Bonus 1250 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Pack (Ammolites 100 + Gold 30000) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ammolites 150 and Bonus 12 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gold 50000 and Bonus 3750 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Platinum Card | $29.99 | one-time |
| Ammolites 375 and Bonus 38 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gold 125000 and Bonus 12500 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Interesting and addictive
- 👍 Lots of variety and things to do
- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 👍 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Energy runs out too quickly
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases required to progress
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending money

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing after updates
- Inability to sync progress across devices
- Disappearing items and incomplete searches

**Requested features**

- Faster energy recharge rate
- More free ways to earn resources
- Improved optimization for smaller screens


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Around the World free?

Around the World 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, Around the World or Hidden Objects?

Hidden Objects is rated higher. Around the World averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Hidden Objects averages 4.3 from 364 ratings.

### Do Around the World or Hidden Objects have ads?

Hidden Objects shows ads; Around the World does not.

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

Around the World ships an update every 20 months, and Hidden Objects every 3 months. Most recently, Around the World was updated on October 18, 2026 and Hidden Objects on October 21, 2026.

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