Comparison

NinjaSudoku vs Calcudoku

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

Head to head
About

NinjaSudoku

Features
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NinjaSudoku includes - Level 1-5 sudoku generator - Save and play sudoku of your choice - Notes - Undo - Multi-step help - Color mode - Flat, popup free user interface - Ad free - Flight mode friendly

About

Calcudoku

This logic puzzle game offers a unique approach to learning how to solve number grids. Instead of simply revealing answers, it provides intelligent, step-by-step guidance on logical strategies and note-taking to help you master the puzzles.

Highlights
  • Intelligent step-by-step explanations
  • Optional auto notes for cages
  • Intuitive note-taking interface
  • Variety of arithmetic operations
  • Grids for all skill levels
  • Offline-first architecture
  • Dark mode support
Features
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If you love Sudoku but are looking for a deeper challenge, or if you simply enjoy games that give your brain a real workout, Calcudoku is the ultimate logic puzzle. It combines the grid-filling deduction of Sudoku with simple arithmetic, creating a deeply satisfying balance of mental math, strategy, and problem-solving. Whether you want to sharpen your focus, keep your mind agile during a quick break, or master complex logical deduction, Calcudoku offers endless replayability for beginners and puzzle veterans alike. --- WHAT IS CALCUDOKU? --- Also known as Mathdoku or KenKen®, Calcudoku challenges you to solve a grid using logic and arithmetic: • Grid: Fill an N x N grid so that every row and column contains the numbers 1 through N exactly once without repeating. You choose the grid size to solve, anywhere from a 3x3 to a 9x9. • Cages: Outlined groups of cells (cages) each display a target number and an arithmetic operator. • Math: The numbers in each cage must combine using its operator (+, −, ×, ÷) to hit the target. Numbers can repeat within a cage as long as they stay in different rows and columns. It’s the ultimate combination of mental math, pattern recognition, and pure deduction. --- THE SMART DIFFERENTIATOR --- Many puzzle apps ruin the fun when you get stuck by simply filling in a random cell for you when requesting help. Our app takes a different approach: it teaches you how to solve it. If you hit a wall, our built-in helper analyzes your exact grid state and explains the logical next step. The engine guides you through genuine deduction strategies—showing you how to cross-reference overlapping cages, prune cell candidates, and leverage your notes so you can solve the grid completely on your own. --- KEY GAME FEATURES --- • Intelligent Explanations: Step-by-step guidance focused on note-taking, elimination strategies, and candidate pruning rather than giving away answers. • Optional Auto-Notes: The settings tab provides the option to jump into a puzzle with the initial candidate notes based on cage arithmetic. Skip the mundane and get right to the logic! • Smooth Input: Rapidly input answers and edit candidate notes with an intuitive, fluid UI built for mobile screens. • Complete Arithmetic Variety: Play grids featuring addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. • All Skill Levels: Progress from quick 3x3 warmups to grueling 9x9 logic grids. • Polished Interface: Full native dark mode support, crisp typography, and seamless offline play - no Wi-Fi required. Master the grid, elevate your deduction skills, and train your brain with a game that actually makes you a better solver.

Screenshots

NinjaSudoku4 screens
Calcudoku4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NinjaSudoku at none against Calcudoku's shown. Calcudoku's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 52 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NinjaSudoku ships an update every 52 months, Calcudoku every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
NinjaSudoku versus Calcudoku: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNinjaSudokuCalcudoku
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 52 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCompiledLogicSmith

In-app purchases

None

NinjaSudoku

No in-app purchases

None

Calcudoku

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NinjaSudoku free?
NinjaSudoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Calcudoku free?
Calcudoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NinjaSudoku or Calcudoku have ads?
Calcudoku shows ads; NinjaSudoku does not.
Which is updated more often, NinjaSudoku or Calcudoku?
NinjaSudoku ships an update every 52 months, and Calcudoku every 3 weeks. Most recently, NinjaSudoku was updated on November 2, 2026 and Calcudoku on October 31, 2026.

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