# Photo Sudoku

> Scan Sudoku puzzles from photos and solve them with intuitive controls. (iPhone/iPad app by James Jeffery.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-sudoku/id526657276 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James Jeffery](https://appshunter.io/developer/310502446)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-sudoku/id526657276/reviews.md

## What is Photo Sudoku?

Take a photo of a sudoku puzzle in a newspaper, magazine or screen grab and start playing (or solving!) it instantly. Play the puzzle on the photo or switch to a conventional puzzle grid if you wish. 

Photo Sudoku does away with number keyboards, enter numbers by stroking the squares in the direction shown by the arrows in the App icon. Super fast and intuitive. The simplicity of a pencil and paper experience combined with advanced help, hinting and instant solutions.

This is definitely an "impress your friends" App!

Features:
- Take Photographs of puzzles and play them
-  Instantly solves puzzle photos
-  Flip between photo and conventional puzzle grid
-  Unique number entry through directional strokes
-  Undo all puzzle steps
-  Pencil mark support
-  Hint support
-  Autofill & clear pencil marks
-  Game timer & stats tracking
-  Edit puzzle after scanning
-  Sample images to get you started

## Key features

- Scan Sudoku puzzles from photos
- Instant puzzle solving
- Switch between photo and grid views
- Directional stroke number entry
- Undo and pencil mark support
- Hint and autofill features
- Game timer and stats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-sudoku/id526657276/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work as described

*2018-07-01*

This app works fine with the pre installed photos, but hardly functions at all with screen grabs and is touch and go with photos. It seems to stretch and skew all screen shots, even though the picture is perfectly clear, and due to ZERO actual app support, this is the only way to inform the developers.

### 1/5 — Needs to be fixed - crashes every time it starts.

*2016-12-13, version 1.2.4*

This program used to work, but it still crashes every time it starts under iOS 10.2 (iPhone 6s Plus).  Developer says he only responds to email, but there is no email address to request support. Can occasionally get it to start with 3D Touch.

### 4/5 — Very good

*2014-01-11, version 1.1.1*

Nice but make please this app universal both for iPhone and iPad. I love it

### 5/5 — Brilliant!

*2012-09-05, version 1.1.0*

This is magic, scan worked 100% on the sample games & is the best scanner I've found so far. I love the swipe entry of numbers, miles faster than a keyboard. Well done devs!

### 1/5 — zero stars!

*2012-08-01, version 1.1.0*

Was so happy & hopeful to find a new sudoku scanner - and now so disappointed!  After scanning, the application shuts itself down (tried several times).
Hope you can fix this.

### 5/5 — Clean, simple, wow!

*2012-06-13*

Does what it says on the tin. Congrats to the devs.

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Sudoku

### How does Photo Sudoku work?

Photo Sudoku allows you to take a picture of a Sudoku puzzle from a newspaper, magazine, or screen. The app then lets you play the puzzle directly from the photo or switch to a standard grid view.

### What makes Photo Sudoku's number entry unique?

Instead of a number keyboard, Photo Sudoku uses directional strokes to enter numbers. This method is designed to be fast and intuitive, mimicking the feel of pencil and paper.

### Can I edit a puzzle after scanning it with Photo Sudoku?

Yes, you can edit the puzzle after scanning it. The app also offers features like undoing steps, pencil mark support, and autofill for pencil marks.

### Does Photo Sudoku offer help features?

Photo Sudoku provides advanced help, including hints and instant solutions for puzzle photos. It also includes a game timer and statistics tracking.

### Is Photo Sudoku free to play?

Photo Sudoku is free to download and play. It does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or content.

### What devices is Photo Sudoku available on?

Photo Sudoku is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Photo Sudoku updated?

Photo Sudoku was last updated on December 13, 2016, with version 1.2.4. The initial release date was June 11, 2012.

### What are the user reviews like for Photo Sudoku?

Based on the provided data, Photo Sudoku has a rating of 1.0 stars from 2 ratings. This indicates a very low user satisfaction score.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.4 — 2016-12-13

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

### 1.2.3 — 2016-12-03

Bug fixes

### 1.2.2 — 2015-11-25

iPhone 6S and 6S Plus shortcuts for new puzzle scanning and resuming current game.

I fully support my Apps if you have any difficulty with it then please email me so I can help or fix the problem, I can't respond to review comments!

### 1.2.0 — 2015-10-28

iOS 9 Bug fixes

### 1.1.2 — 2014-01-16

Bug fixes

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