Comparison

Coldoku vs ShapeDoku Puzzle

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

Head to head
About

Coldoku

This logic game offers a colorful twist on classic Sudoku, replacing numbers with distinct shapes and hues. The objective is to arrange these elements so that each unique color and shape appears only once per row and column. It's designed as an engaging brain exercise for players of all ages.

Highlights
  • Color and shape-based gameplay
  • Logic puzzle mechanics
  • Single-player brain game
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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Almost everyone knows it and has certainly played it before. Sudoku is a logic game that is usually played on paper and with the numbers 1 to 9. Coldoku, on the other hand, is a great variation of the classic Sudoku. The main difference is that colors and shapes are used instead of numbers. The aim of Coldoku is to place the playing cards in such a way that each color and shape appears only once in all rows and columns. Coldoku is a brain game for children, teenagers and adults.

About

ShapeDoku Puzzle

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ShapeDoku Puzzle is a fresh twist on classic logic puzzles. Instead of numbers, you solve each board using colorful shapes and clear visual patterns. Completely free: no ads, no in-app purchases, and every level included. Start with easy levels, build your strategy, and progress through larger and more challenging boards. The game includes daily challenges, helpful hints, mistake limits, optional timer settings, and background music controls to match your play style. Features: • Shape-based logic puzzle gameplay • 80 levels across Easy (4x4), Medium (6x6), and Hard (9x9) boards • Endless mode, unlocked by finishing all levels • Daily Challenge mode • Helpful hints and notes • Optional timer and mistake limit • Stats, streaks, and achievements • Play your own background music while you solve • Clean design with light and dark themes • No ads and no purchases Whether you want a quick brain exercise or a longer relaxing session, ShapeDoku Puzzle offers a simple and satisfying puzzle experience.

Screenshots

Coldoku4 screens
ShapeDoku Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Coldoku at none against ShapeDoku Puzzle's 1. ShapeDoku Puzzle's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. ShapeDoku Puzzle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Coldoku asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Coldoku ships an update every 6 weeks, ShapeDoku Puzzle every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 6 level
Coldoku versus ShapeDoku Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterColdokuShapeDoku Puzzle
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMartin RosenthalIsam Naimi

In-app purchases

None

Coldoku

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ShapeDoku Puzzle

One-time1
  • Full Game Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is Coldoku free?
Coldoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShapeDoku Puzzle free?
ShapeDoku Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Coldoku or ShapeDoku Puzzle have ads?
Neither Coldoku nor ShapeDoku Puzzle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Coldoku or ShapeDoku Puzzle?
Coldoku ships an update every 6 weeks, and ShapeDoku Puzzle every 2 days. Most recently, Coldoku was updated on October 30, 2026 and ShapeDoku Puzzle on October 31, 2026.

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