Merge Num vs The Art of Sudoku
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Merge Num
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Learn Korean with Fun and Simple Number Puzzles! Combine numbers to learn the basics of the Korean alphabet (Hangul) in this delightful, easy-to-play puzzle game! Perfect for anyone looking to pick up Korean through an engaging and interactive experience. Cute Character Animations: Each number is represented by a charming character that performs fun actions and disappears as they combine, keeping you entertained with every move. Vibrant Visuals & Music: Enjoy the refreshing background visuals and music, designed to help you focus and enjoy learning. Challenge Your Mind: As you progress through the levels, match increasingly complex Korean word shapes for a true brain-teasing experience! Whether you’re just starting out or want a fun way to improve your Korean, this game is perfect for all ages. Download now and start learning Korean the playful way!
The Art of Sudoku
Enjoy a pure Sudoku experience with a paper-like grid and natural drawing input. Customize themes, fonts, and numeral styles for endless replayability. Offers daily challenges, quests, and adjustable difficulty for all skill levels.
- Hand-drawn number input
- Infinite puzzle combinations
- Customizable visual themes
- Daily quests and challenges
- Global numeral styles
- Adjustable difficulty levels
- Offline play
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Sudoku* — Beautiful, Simple and Pure Puzzle Sudoku that stays true to the puzzle: clear, calm, and endlessly playable. Draw numbers by hand Solve on a paper-like grid. Write numbers with your finger or stylus for a natural, tactile experience. Infinite combinations Mix difficulty, themes, fonts, and drawing styles. Every session can look and feel different. Simple, beautiful themes Choose from many visual themes—from soft pastels to bold contrasts—to match your mood. Quests & daily challenges Follow quests, unlock new number sets, and enjoy daily puzzles for ongoing variety. Feeling spontaneous? Tap I'm Feeling Lucky for a random puzzle anytime. Fine-tuned customization Adjust font face, size, and rendering style so the grid feels exactly right for you. World numbers Play with numeral styles from around the world—dice, Braille, Roman, hieroglyphs, and more—for a fresh take on classic Sudoku. From kids to master Start with Mini grids and work up to extreme 9×9 puzzles. Use unlimited hints when you need them. E-reader support Optimized for e-reader displays and low-spec devices. Play comfortably on e-ink screens and older hardware. Offline & travel-friendly Play anywhere. No internet required—perfect for flights, commutes, and trips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: The Art of Sudoku at none against Merge Num's shown. Merge Num's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Merge Num sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and The Art of Sudoku sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Merge Num ships an update daily, The Art of Sudoku every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Merge Num | The Art of Sudoku |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 103 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kyung Hyun Park | Juil Eom |
In-app purchases
Merge Num
- No Ads$0.99
The Art of Sudoku
- Mistake+ 10 Pack$0.99
- Pro Lifetime$4.99
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