Comparison

Hidden Objects vs Runes

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

Head to head
About

Hidden Objects

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
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Hidden Objects:Haunted Owl Mystery Hidden Object is a game for all hidden friends! Test your observation skills and let's see you can find all hidden objects from the scenes! Features: You have to Find Objects With Name => Game has total 10 mind testing levels. => Each level you have to find out 8 hidden objects from the name,which is challenging for you! => Hint is available for your help,if You can't find objects! Here we give You 3 hints for free! => magnifier for zoom function to find objects quickly! => if you want more hints,You have to buy from Shop! => Play carefully don't touch anywhere,every wrong touch you lose score and time! => Game Center is available to challenge your friends! This app is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch! download it today for free,and play amazing mind testing apps! If you like our app, please take a time & rate it!

About

Runes

Uncover the secrets of a mysterious town by searching intricately illustrated scenes for hidden objects and solving puzzles. Follow a detective through a captivating storyline with unique challenges and unlock magical artifacts as you progress. Play at your own pace with optional hints.

Highlights
  • Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects
  • Spot subtle differences
  • Solve puzzles and brain teasers
  • Follow a twisting storyline
  • Collect magical artifacts
  • Play at your own pace with hints
Features
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Something strange is happening in Enchanted Crossroads. Doors that weren't there yesterday. Whispers in empty rooms. A rune etched into a mirror that no one remembers hanging. When Detective Greystone calls for your help, it becomes clear — this charming little town is hiding more than it shows. Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects, spot subtle differences, and solve puzzles that guard the town's oldest secrets. Each clue you find pulls you deeper into a mystery woven through 15+ beautifully illustrated chapters. But the closer you look, the more questions arise. Who — or what — is watching from the crossroads? WHAT AWAITS YOU A Mystery Worth Solving Follow Detective Greystone through a twisting storyline filled with enchanted characters, buried secrets, and revelations you won't see coming. A World Rich in Detail Wander through 15+ stunning hand-crafted scenes — from moonlit gardens to forgotten libraries — each hiding objects, differences, and surprises. Puzzles That Reward Curiosity Hidden object searches, spot-the-difference challenges, and clever brain teasers — 4+ unique puzzle types keep every chapter fresh. Your Collection Grows Complete quests to unlock rare magical artifacts and build a personal trove of enchanted items. Play at Your Own Pace No timers. No pressure. Helpful hints are always within reach whenever you need a gentle nudge. Optional in-app purchases are available, but you can complete the full story without spending anything. The crossroads are calling. Will you answer?

Screenshots

Hidden Objects3 screens
Runes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Runes at 83% against Hidden Objects's 14%. Runes also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 16 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Hidden Objects sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Runes sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Runes holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Runes has 576 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 83% of Runes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden Objects ships an update every 16 months, Runes every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Hidden Objects versus Runes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidden ObjectsRunes
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.5 (576 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2576 — better
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB186 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developerrinku patelCrisp App Studio

Customer experience

Hidden Objects

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Runes

All ratings577 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral7.6%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative9.5%

Bugs and requests

Hidden Objects

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Runes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Energy recharge issues
  • Purchase rejections

Requested features

2 requests
  • Restart option
  • Clearer level progression

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Hidden Objects

One-time8
  • remove iAd$0.99
  • buy 100 crystals$0.99
  • buy all levels$1.99
Show 5 more
  • buy 200 crystals$1.99
  • buy 500 crystals$2.99
  • full version (all levels +700 crystals)$3.99
  • buy 1500 crystals$3.99
  • buy 3000 crystals$4.99
7 purchases

Runes

One-time7
  • Instant Hint$0.99
  • Handful of Gems$0.99
  • Bag with Gems$1.99
Show 4 more
  • Infinity Energy + No Ads$2.99
  • Сhest with Gems$2.99
  • Master Pack Special$3.99
  • Master Pack: All-included$7.99

Questions

Is Hidden Objects free?
Hidden Objects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Runes free?
Runes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Runes?
Runes is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Runes averages 4.5 from 576 ratings.
Do Hidden Objects or Runes have ads?
Both Hidden Objects and Runes show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Runes?
Hidden Objects ships an update every 16 months, and Runes every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on October 24, 2026 and Runes on October 26, 2026.

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