# Pro vs Noddle

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Noddle at 100% against Pro's 50%. Noddle also leads on price (Free vs $4.99) and rating (5.0 vs 3.5). Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Noddle is free to download; Pro costs $4.99 up front. Noddle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Noddle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of Noddle's.

Pro ships an update every 2 months, Noddle every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pro | Noddle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prosudoku/id1537203265/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noddle/id6761867949/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 4 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bruno Philipe Resende Silva](https://appshunter.io/developer/605892017) | [KYLE GREGORY HOLT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891863448) |

## What reviewers say

### Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prosudoku/id1537203265)

This app offers a unique Sudoku experience with Apple Pencil support for drawing numbers and a step-by-step solver. Create your own puzzles, enjoy Zen mode for focused play, and tackle challenging puzzles from a renowned creator.

**Highlights:** Apple Pencil drawing and input, Step-by-step solver with explanations, Puzzle author mode for creation, Zen mode for distraction-free play, Light & Dark mode support, Gameplay customization options, Includes puzzles by Arto Inkala

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Noddle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noddle/id6761867949)

Engage in a relaxing bead puzzle game where you fill the board with connected molecule-style pieces. Enjoy handcrafted puzzles, daily challenges with leaderboards, and fast-paced modes. Unlock additional content for a complete puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** 250 Classic puzzles, Daily puzzle with global leaderboard, Blitz mode, Freeform sandbox mode, 24 color skins, Extra puzzle packs

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Neon Dreams | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Deep | $0.99 | one-time |
| Arctic | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ember | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rose Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Earthy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crimson | $0.99 | one-time |
| Desert Sand | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cotton Candy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Noddle Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pro free?

Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Noddle free?

Noddle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pro or Noddle?

Noddle is rated higher. Pro averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Noddle averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do Pro or Noddle have ads?

Neither Pro nor Noddle shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pro or Noddle?

Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Noddle every 4 days. Most recently, Pro was updated on October 7, 2026 and Noddle on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*