# Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge vs Sudoku

The clearest difference is rating: Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge at 4.4 against Sudoku's 3.0. Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge also leads on ratings volume (135 vs 1). Sudoku's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Sudoku asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge has 135 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge ships an update every 2 weeks, Sudoku daily. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge | Sudoku |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (135 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-multiplayer-challenge/id1454791617/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-multiplayer/id6717587782/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **135** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 37.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 97 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hive 5 Studio DOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1335530933) | [Cambiante Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728214240) |

## What reviewers say

### Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-multiplayer-challenge/id1454791617)

Test your Sudoku skills against other players online or practice in single-player mode. Unlock harder levels, earn rewards, and utilize special modes like Notes and Turbo to enhance your gameplay. Daily challenges offer opportunities to earn medals and improve your strategy.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer online challenges, Single player practice mode, Unlockable harder levels, Notes mode for strategy, Turbo mode for faster input, Daily challenges with medals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sudoku Pass Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Sudoku Pass Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Coin Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Board Skin 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Board Skin 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Board Skin 9 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Board Skin 10 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 4 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


### Sudoku

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-multiplayer/id6717587782)

Engage in a classic logic puzzle experience with multiple difficulty levels and daily challenges. Connect with friends or compete globally in real-time multiplayer matches. Personalize your game with custom themes and utilize a smart hint system when needed.

**Highlights:** Multiple difficulty levels, Daily challenges, Real-time multiplayer, Customizable themes, Smart hint system, Progress saving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge free?

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sudoku free?

Sudoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge or Sudoku?

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge is rated higher. Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge averages 4.4 out of 5 from 135 ratings, while Sudoku averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge or Sudoku have ads?

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge shows ads; Sudoku does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge or Sudoku?

Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge ships an update every 2 weeks, and Sudoku daily. Most recently, Sudoku Multiplayer Challenge was updated on September 27, 2026 and Sudoku on September 7, 2026.

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