# Sudoku Cafe vs Sudoku by Logify

The clearest difference is ads: Sudoku by Logify at none against Sudoku Cafe's shown. Sudoku by Logify also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 191) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Sudoku Cafe's advantage is review sentiment (89% vs 60%). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sudoku Cafe sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Sudoku by Logify sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Sudoku Cafe against 4.7 for Sudoku by Logify. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sudoku by Logify has 1.3K ratings behind it against 191, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Sudoku Cafe's written reviews are positive against 60% of Sudoku by Logify's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sudoku Cafe | Sudoku by Logify |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (191 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-cafe/id540946844/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-by-logify/id1329597775/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 191 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 160 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BitMango, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/465882936) | [Logify LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1114326492) |

## What reviewers say

### Sudoku Cafe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-cafe/id540946844)

This logic-based puzzle game challenges you to fill a 9x9 grid with numbers from 1 to 9. Follow the rules of Sudoku to ensure no duplicates in rows, columns, or 3x3 subregions. Progress through multiple difficulty levels and test your skills.

**Highlights:** 9x9 grid puzzles, Multiple difficulty levels, Logic-based gameplay, Number placement, Error tracking

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 Combo Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| AdFree | $1.99 | one-time |
| 23 Hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints | $7.99 | one-time |
| 50 Combo Boosters | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to learn and play for beginners
- 🎨 Clean, attractive graphics and visual design
- 🧠 Great mental exercise and brain stimulation
- ⚡ Smooth, flawless gameplay mechanics
- ✏️ Excellent pencil mark system with number highlighting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game mechanics differ from standard Sudoku (select number first, then square)
- 📺 Excessive advertisements, especially in free version
- ⏱️ Mandatory timer creates pressure and competition
- ❌ Harsh penalty system for mistakes (fail after 3 errors)
- 🎨 Monotone grid design makes sectors hard to distinguish

**Reported bugs**

- Results screen buttons (home/replay) non-functional after completing puzzle
- Timer starts automatically when ads play, adding unwanted seconds to score
- Theme/tile appearance changes when resuming saved games
- Pencil marks disappear from certain board themes after updates
- Incorrect number validation preventing correct entries

**Requested features**

- Ultra-hard difficulty level beyond expert
- Option to disable timer and mistake notifications
- Ability to turn off penalty system for casual play
- Save game feature to resume later
- Landscape orientation support


### Sudoku by Logify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-by-logify/id1329597775)

Experience classic Sudoku with an intuitive, paper-like interface. Solve unlimited puzzles across four difficulty levels using logical reasoning and helpful hints. Customize your game with various design options and track your progress with detailed statistics.

**Highlights:** Number entry by drawing, Advanced hint system, Unlimited puzzles, Four difficulty levels, Number highlighting, Daily Challenges, Customizable design options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to write numbers
- 🚀 Refreshing interface
- 💡 Ability to write notes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent note feature
- 🐛 Handwriting recognition issues
- 💡 Desire for more customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Allows errors even when set to not allow
- Difficulty erasing wrong numbers
- Incorrectly identifies numbers written by user

**Requested features**

- Allow users to enter their own notes
- Add coloring options for notes
- Improve handwriting recognition


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sudoku Cafe free?

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

### Is Sudoku by Logify free?

Sudoku by Logify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sudoku Cafe or Sudoku by Logify?

Sudoku by Logify is rated higher. Sudoku Cafe averages 4.7 out of 5 from 191 ratings, while Sudoku by Logify averages 4.7 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Sudoku Cafe or Sudoku by Logify have ads?

Sudoku Cafe shows ads; Sudoku by Logify does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sudoku Cafe or Sudoku by Logify?

Sudoku Cafe ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sudoku by Logify every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sudoku Cafe was updated on November 1, 2026 and Sudoku by Logify on November 11, 2026.

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