Comparison

Puzzle IO vs Binary Sudoku+

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

Head to head
About

Puzzle IO

Experience a modern, fast-paced logic puzzle game based on binary Sudoku. Fill grids with 0s and 1s following specific rules, earn bonuses with a smart point system, and compete globally. Offers endless challenges across six difficulty levels.

Highlights
  • Fill 10x10 grids with 0s and 1s
  • Equal 0s and 1s per row/column
  • No three identical numbers in a row
  • Smart point system with bonuses
  • Time-based multipliers for higher scores
  • Game Center support and global leaderboards
  • Six difficulty levels
  • Unlimited unique puzzles
Features
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Addictive Logic Fun! Looking for a fresh take on Sudoku? Puzzle IO brings you a modern, fast-paced, and highly addictive logic puzzle experience! Easy to learn, hard to master! * Fill each 10x10 grid with 0s and 1s * Each row and column must have an equal number of 0s and 1s * No three identical numbers in a row! Think fast, score big! * Smart point system: Earn bonuses by solving grids efficiently! * Time-based multipliers: Solve puzzles quickly for higher scores! * Game Center support: Compete with friends and climb the global leaderboards! Endless Challenges! * Six difficulty levels: Unlock harder modes as you improve! * Unlimited unique puzzles: No two grids are the same! * Clean, modern design: Smooth animations & intuitive controls! Ready to train your brain? Download Puzzle IO - Binary Sudoku now and start playing!

About

Binary Sudoku+

Engage your mind with over 1300 levels of logic puzzles that combine the calm of Tango with Sudoku's challenge. Enjoy handcrafted puzzles from easy to expert, and test your speed in challenge modes. It's a satisfying new twist on a classic brain-training experience.

Highlights
  • 1300+ levels
  • Handcrafted puzzles
  • Challenge mode
  • Sudoku × Symmetry twist
  • Brain-training
  • Addictive and relaxing
Features
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Binary Sudoku+: a calm binary logic puzzle. 1300+ levels and a new daily board. Three rules, endless depth: Fill the grid with two symbols. Every row and column holds an equal number of each. Never three of the same in a row. Challenge Your Mind with 1300+ Levels! 800+ Handcrafted Puzzles - From easy to expert! 500+ Challenge Mode Levels - Beat the clock! A new Daily puzzle every day. Sudoku × Symmetry - A satisfying new twist! Why Players Keep Coming Back: Addictive & Relaxing - Perfect for quick play or deep focus. Brain-Training - Sharpen logic & problem-solving skills. Fair ads - play first, not ads. Download Now & Start Solving!

Screenshots

Puzzle IO4 screens
Binary Sudoku+4 screens

Verdict

The call

Puzzle IO and Binary Sudoku+ both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of Puzzle IO's written reviews are positive against 40% of Binary Sudoku+'s. Puzzle IO also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Binary Sudoku+'s advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Puzzle IO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Binary Sudoku+ sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Puzzle IO against 4.7 for Binary Sudoku+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 348 and 190 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Puzzle IO's written reviews are positive against 40% of Binary Sudoku+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Puzzle IO ships an update every 3 weeks, Binary Sudoku+ every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Puzzle IO versus Binary Sudoku+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPuzzle IOBinary Sudoku+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (348 ratings)4.7 (190 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.3% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings348 — better190
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer99 Up GamesBenjamin Miller

Customer experience

Puzzle IO

All ratings348 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.7%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews214 reviews
Positive74.3%
Neutral7.9%
Negative17.8%

Binary Sudoku+

All ratings190 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral26.7%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Puzzle IO

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incorrect error detection on completed rows/columns
  • Frequent crashes and bugs
  • Game sometimes freezes or becomes unresponsive
  • Ads not loading properly, preventing gameplay

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Better hint system that explains the logic
  • Option to turn off row/column completion notifications
  • More challenging puzzle levels
  • Ability to create and save custom puzzles

Binary Sudoku+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Puzzle IO

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
6 purchases

Binary Sudoku+

One-time6
  • Extreme Pack$0.99
  • Legendary Pack$0.99
  • Premium Icon Pack$0.99
Show 3 more
  • 100 Hints$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Remove Ads & Unlimited Hints$3.99

Questions

Is Puzzle IO free?
Puzzle IO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Binary Sudoku+ free?
Binary Sudoku+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Puzzle IO or Binary Sudoku+?
Binary Sudoku+ is rated higher. Puzzle IO averages 4.6 out of 5 from 348 ratings, while Binary Sudoku+ averages 4.7 from 190 ratings.
Do Puzzle IO or Binary Sudoku+ have ads?
Both Puzzle IO and Binary Sudoku+ show ads.
Which is updated more often, Puzzle IO or Binary Sudoku+?
Puzzle IO ships an update every 3 weeks, and Binary Sudoku+ every 9 days. Most recently, Puzzle IO was updated on October 9, 2026 and Binary Sudoku+ on October 8, 2026.

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