Can You Really Spot All 5 Differences? Let’s Find Out

You’ve probably seen this kind of challenge before: two similar pictures side by side, and a bold claim at the top—“Only geniuses can find all the differences!” This time, the test is simple on the surface: look at the two drawings of the girl and find the 5 tiny details that are not the same.

Sounds easy, right?

But here’s the twist: most people either miss at least one difference or convince themselves they’ve found something that isn’t actually changed. Our brains love shortcuts, and this puzzle is designed to expose those shortcuts in a fun, visual way.

Before you read any further, pause for a moment.
Take a good look at both images.
How many differences can you find on your own—honestly?

Got your answers? Great. Now let’s break the puzzle down step by step.

Why These “Simple” Puzzles Trick So Many People

You might think spotting 5 differences is child’s play, but this type of visual puzzle is surprisingly clever. Here are a few reasons people often get it wrong:

1. We focus on the “big picture,” not the details
   Our brains are wired to recognize overall shapes and patterns instead of tiny variations. When the two images look 95% identical, your mind quickly labels them as “the same,” and small changes slip through the cracks.
2. Symmetry tricks the eye
   The girl’s pose, hair, and dress are very symmetrical. When something looks balanced, we automatically assume everything matches. That makes it easy to overlook small differences in just one eye, one hand, or one fold in the dress.
3. We rush because of the challenge wording
   The line “Only people with an IQ of 140 can find the 5 differences” creates pressure. Many people speed up, wanting to “prove” themselves. But the faster you go, the more likely you are to miss the subtle details that matter.
4. We see what we expect to see
   If you think the differences should be in certain areas—like the hair or earrings—you may stare only at those spots and completely ignore the rest.

This puzzle doesn’t actually measure your IQ, of course, but it does test your patience, attention to detail, and ability to slow down and really look.

Video : Find the Difference

Step-By-Step Guide: How To Solve The Puzzle

Let’s walk through the image carefully and analyze it like a true visual detective. We’ll go from top to bottom so we don’t miss anything. Ready?

1. Start With The Eyes – The First Difference

Look closely at the girl’s eyes. At first glance they seem identical: same color, same shape, same direction.

But pay attention to the left image (the puzzle version) versus the right image (the reference).

On the left, one of her eyes has a slightly different inner detail—the shape and highlight are not the same. This subtle change in the eye area is the first difference: the eye.

Tiny? Absolutely. Easy to miss? Very. That’s why so many people overlook it on the first try.

2. Check The Hands – The Finger Detail

Next, move your focus down to her hands. They rest neatly on her dress in both images, and at a quick glance, they look identical.

But look again at the lines and curves around the fingers.
On the left image, there is a small extra detail related to the hand—often described as the “finger detail” or “hand pattern”. This is the second difference: the finger/hand detail that doesn’t match the right side.

This is another classic trick: the brain assumes hands are symmetrical and “fills in” what it expects, so it doesn’t bother checking the fine lines unless you slow down.

3. The Neck Area – A Hidden Wrinkle

Now bring your attention up slightly to her neck. You might think nothing is different there, but zoom in with your eyes.

On the left image, you’ll notice a small wrinkle or line on her neck that does not appear on the right image. It’s faint, but once you see it, you can’t unsee it.

That subtle fold is the third difference: the wrinkle on the neck.

This kind of detail is exactly why these puzzles are so satisfying—your brain has to switch from casual glancing to focused observation.

4. Look At The Buttons – A Mismatched Detail

Next, scan down the center of her dress where the buttons are. The buttons form a vertical line in both images, and this is where many people finally spot something.

On the left version, one of the buttons on the dress is different from the one on the right—whether in position, shape, or alignment.

That change in the button area is the fourth difference: the dress button.

Because the buttons sit in the middle of the image, your eyes naturally pass over them—but again, they don’t always stop long enough to notice what’s off.

5. The Skirt Fold – The Final Difference

Last but not least, look at the lower part of her dress—the skirt. Focus on the folds and shadows. At first they might look random and decorative, but one of them has been deliberately altered.

On the left image, a fold in the skirt does not match the one on the right. The shape or placement of the crease is different, creating the fifth difference: the skirt fold.

This is often the hardest one to find because we tend to treat shadows and folds as “background noise.” But in puzzles like this, nothing is random. If something looks just a little off, it usually is.

Summary Of The 5 Correct Differences

To recap clearly, the right answers for this puzzle are:

1. The eye – a small change in the eye detail
2. The finger/hand detail – a difference near the hand
3. The wrinkle on the neck – a line that appears only in one image
4. The dress button – one of the buttons is not the same
5. The skirt fold – a fold or crease in the skirt is different

If you found all five on your own, congratulations—you have excellent attention to detail. If you missed one or two, don’t worry. That just means your brain was running on “autopilot,” like most people’s.

Common Mistakes People Make With This Puzzle

A lot of people report “finding” differences that aren’t actually there. Here are some common errors:

• Thinking the hair color is different (it’s not)
• Imagining a change in the earrings that doesn’t exist
• Assuming the background has been altered when it hasn’t
• Convincing themselves that the belt changed shape or color

These mistakes happen because once you know you should find five differences, your brain starts to invent them when it gets frustrated. That’s normal—and a good reminder of how perception can trick us.

Video : Spot The Difference : Only Genius Find Differences

Now It’s Your Turn To Join The Conversation

Did you spot all 5 differences before reading the breakdown?
Which one took you the longest to find—the eye, the neck wrinkle, or the skirt fold?

Share your experience in the comments, and don’t be shy about admitting which detail fooled you. These puzzles aren’t about proving your intelligence; they’re about training your brain to slow down, focus, and notice what others overlook.

If you enjoyed this challenge, try more spot-the-difference puzzles, visual riddles, and logic tests. The more you practice, the sharper your observation skills become—and the better your brain gets at catching details in everyday life too.

So, ready for the next challenge? Your eyes—and your logic—are just getting warmed up.