# Hidden Objects vs Mystery Spot

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mystery Spot at 65% against Hidden Objects's 14%. Mystery Spot also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Mystery Spot sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mystery Spot holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mystery Spot has 2.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 65% of Mystery Spot's.

Hidden Objects ships an update every 16 months, Mystery Spot every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects | Mystery Spot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-owl-mystery/id893132509/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-spot-hidden-objects/id1454222970/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | **64.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | **Every 7 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 177 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 13.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [rinku patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/869898369) | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-owl-mystery/id893132509)

Test your observation skills in this challenging hidden object game. Find all the hidden items across 10 mind-testing levels, with hints and a magnifier to assist you. Compete with friends and enjoy a free gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Find objects by name, 10 mind-testing levels, Free hints available, Magnifier for zoom, Game Center integration, Score and time penalties for wrong touches

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| remove iAd | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy 100 crystals | $0.99 | one-time |
| buy all levels | $1.99 | one-time |
| buy 200 crystals | $1.99 | one-time |
| buy 500 crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| full version (all levels +700 crystals) | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 1500 crystals | $3.99 | one-time |
| buy 3000 crystals | $4.99 | one-time |


### Mystery Spot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-spot-hidden-objects/id1454222970)

Uncover the secrets of an abandoned Wax Museum after a storm forces you to seek shelter. Investigate unusual locations, find hidden objects, and piece together a gripping story to defeat an ancient evil. Enjoy colorful visuals and replayable quests with bonus rewards.

**Highlights:** Mystical story with secrets and puzzles, Explore unusual 360-degree locations, Find hidden objects and documents, Collect bonuses for speed, Replay quests for new rewards, Colorful scenery and 3D effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Instant Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Infinity Energy + No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| GoldMaster Special | $2.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack: All-included | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Challenging but not frustrating
- 👍 Detailed and spooky atmosphere
- 👍 Short ads that are not intrusive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Too many ads to progress
- 🐛 Repetitive gameplay with no advancement

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches and crashes reported
- Compatibility issues with some devices

**Requested features**

- More rooms and content to explore
- Increased gameplay speed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects free?

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

### Is Mystery Spot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Mystery Spot?

Mystery Spot is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Mystery Spot averages 4.6 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects or Mystery Spot have ads?

Both Hidden Objects and Mystery Spot show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Mystery Spot?

Hidden Objects ships an update every 16 months, and Mystery Spot every 7 months. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on November 1, 2026 and Mystery Spot on November 2, 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.*