Comparison

Subtract One vs Sudoku with Solver

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

Head to head
About

Subtract One

Features
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Do you want to find out how fast your brain is? Are you constantly striving to become better? If the answer is yes for any of these questions, you should download "Subtract One" app. "Subtract One" allows you to see how fast you can think. It will give you a score at the end of the game. You have one minute to calculate as many numbers as possible. At the end of the round, you will be able to see how many points you have. In order to get a point, you need to subtract one from each digit of the given number. For example, "3927" turns into "2816" because you subtracted one from each digit. If you get the number correct, you get a point, and if you get the number wrong, you lose a point. "Subtract One" is an app for you to see how fast you can process numbers. It can be used on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. It is simple, easy to use, and very fun. You will have a lot of fun using this app. Main Features ◉ Keeps count of score ◉ Time Limit ◉ User-friendly interface ◉ Easy to use

About

Sudoku with Solver

Features
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Sudoku, but smarter. This isn’t just another puzzle app—it’s a Sudoku experience that actually helps you improve. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, this game adapts to you, teaches you, and challenges you in ways classic Sudoku never could. What makes it different? • Auto Candidates, Done Right No more manual note-taking. The game automatically fills in possible candidates for you—clean, fast, and always accurate—so you can focus on solving, not bookkeeping. • Hints That Teach, Not Just Solve Stuck? Our hint system doesn’t throw random answers at you. It analyzes the puzzle like a real player and guides you using actual Sudoku strategies. Think of it as your personal Sudoku coach. • Creator Mode (Try It Free) Bring your own puzzles into the game. Import, validate, and solve any Sudoku you want. Whether it’s from a book, a website, or your own creation—this mode gives you full control. • Compete & Achieve Climb leaderboards, unlock achievements, and challenge your friends through full Game Center integration. • 3000+ Puzzles A massive collection of handcrafted levels to keep your brain engaged for hours.

Screenshots

Subtract One4 screens
Sudoku with Solver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Subtract One at none against Sudoku with Solver's 1. Subtract One also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Sudoku with Solver's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 30 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Sudoku with Solver sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Subtract One asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Subtract One ships an update every 30 months, Sudoku with Solver monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Subtract One versus Sudoku with Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubtract OneSudoku with Solver
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 30 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDuo Pisceses, Inc.NUKTEDAN LTD

In-app purchases

None

Subtract One

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sudoku with Solver

One-time1
  • Premium Pack$6.99

Questions

Is Subtract One free?
Subtract One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sudoku with Solver free?
Sudoku with Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Subtract One or Sudoku with Solver have ads?
Neither Subtract One nor Sudoku with Solver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Subtract One or Sudoku with Solver?
Subtract One ships an update every 30 months, and Sudoku with Solver monthly. Most recently, Subtract One was updated on November 1, 2026 and Sudoku with Solver on October 25, 2026.

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