# Sudoku Revolution 2 vs Cracking the Cryptic

The clearest difference is rating: Cracking the Cryptic at 4.4 against Sudoku Revolution 2's 2.8. Cracking the Cryptic also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (72% vs 43%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sudoku Revolution 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cracking the Cryptic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cracking the Cryptic holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cracking the Cryptic has 211 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Sudoku Revolution 2's written reviews are positive against 72% of Cracking the Cryptic's.

Sudoku Revolution 2 ships an update every 5 months, Cracking the Cryptic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sudoku Revolution 2 | Cracking the Cryptic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-revolution-2/id638229867/reviews) | **[4.4 (211 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cracking-the-cryptic/id1629992934/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **211** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **72.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 234 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stanley Lam](https://appshunter.io/developer/453164363) | [Nick Carney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434235673) |

## What reviewers say

### Sudoku Revolution 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-revolution-2/id638229867)

Explore a variety of Sudoku puzzle types beyond the standard rules. Enjoy hundreds of levels across multiple difficulties and modes, with helpful features to assist your gameplay. Track your progress and compete for achievements.

**Highlights:** 7 Different Types of Sudoku, Hundreds of Levels, Multiple Difficulty Levels, Hint Feature, Autosave Progress, Best Time Recording, Game Center Achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |


### Cracking the Cryptic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cracking-the-cryptic/id1629992934)

This app offers a curated collection of handcrafted Sudoku puzzles from world-renowned constructors. Explore classic and unique variants, with new puzzle packs released regularly. A free introductory pack is included with download.

**Highlights:** Handcrafted Sudoku puzzles, Curated by expert constructors, Classic and unique variants, Regularly released puzzle packs, Free introductory puzzle pack

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CTC Worms - James Sinclair | $0.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Marty Sears | $0.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Michael Lefkowitz | $1.99 | one-time |
| GAS Volume #1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GAS Volume #2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| CTC Approachable Sudoku #1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Domino Sudoku Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lines Variety Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Classic Volume #2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| CTC Fog Pack #1 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best sudoku app
- 👍 Great variety of puzzles
- 👍 Excellent user interface
- 👍 Challenging and fun puzzles
- 👍 Constant updates with new puzzles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Hints are often incorrect or unhelpful
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes, especially after updates
- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🔒 Too many in-app purchases required to access content

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle progress and purchases disappearing after updates
- Incorrect rules or hints in certain puzzles
- Crashes and freezes, especially on older devices or Macs
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between portrait and landscape modes

**Requested features**

- Add more color options for pencil marking and highlighting
- Implement a way to clear progress or start puzzles from scratch
- Integrate all CTC apps into a single app for better organization
- Add keyboard support, especially on Mac
- Improve the quality and clarity of hints


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sudoku Revolution 2 free?

Sudoku Revolution 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cracking the Cryptic free?

Cracking the Cryptic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sudoku Revolution 2 or Cracking the Cryptic?

Cracking the Cryptic is rated higher. Sudoku Revolution 2 averages 2.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Cracking the Cryptic averages 4.4 from 211 ratings.

### Do Sudoku Revolution 2 or Cracking the Cryptic have ads?

Sudoku Revolution 2 shows ads; Cracking the Cryptic does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sudoku Revolution 2 or Cracking the Cryptic?

Sudoku Revolution 2 ships an update every 5 months, and Cracking the Cryptic every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sudoku Revolution 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Cracking the Cryptic on November 4, 2026.

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