Comparison

Japsum vs SudokumApp

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

Head to head
About

Japsum

Features
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Japsum (short for "Japanese Sum") is a free, logic-based, combinatorial number-placement puzzle game. It’s similar to Kakuro or Sudoku puzzles, but with its own unique twist. Starting with an empty grid, you’ll use hints provided on the sides and top to place numbers or black boxes in the grid. The hints indicate the sums of consecutive numbers, with no black boxes in between. Multiple hints mean that sequences of numbers are divided by one or more black boxes. By using logical reasoning and interpreting these hints, you’ll make steady progress in filling in the grid with numbers and black boxes. Be prepared—especially with the larger grids, these puzzles can get very challenging! The app offers grid sizes ranging from 3x3 to 22x22—the largest puzzles of this kind, as far as I know. Every puzzle has exactly one unique solution, ensuring a fair and rewarding challenge. As you solve puzzles, your level increases, unlocking larger grids and fun bear avatars that you can choose to represent your progress. Best of all, Japsum is completely free—so you can dive into the world of Japanese Sum puzzles at no cost. Are you ready to test your logic and take on the ultimate puzzle challenge? Download Japsum today and start solving!

About

SudokumApp

Features
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Train your brain and relax with the timeless logic challenge of Sudoku — now with modern features in a clean, minimalist design. This offline Sudoku app includes 100 handcrafted puzzles across 4 difficulty levels: Easy, Medium, Hard, and Expert. Each level contains 25 unique games, ensuring endless fun and mental stimulation. Whether you’re a beginner or a Sudoku master, you’ll enjoy features designed to enhance gameplay: No Internet Needed – Play anywhere, anytime. Lives System – Each game gives you 3 lives to make it more strategic and engaging. Hint System – Varying number of hints based on difficulty (use them wisely!). Scoring & Progression – Earn points and track completed levels as you go. Timer & Performance Tracker – Beat your best times and improve your solving skills. Haptic Feedback – Smooth and responsive gameplay that feels great. Dark Mode Support – Eye-friendly for night-time players. Sudoku is more than just a puzzle—it's a daily mental workout. With no ads, no distractions, and no forced logins, this app keeps it simple and focused. Ready to boost your logic skills and climb your way from Easy to Expert? Download now and start solving!

Screenshots

Japsum4 screens
SudokumApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Japsum at 3 against SudokumApp's 1. Japsum also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Japsum versus SudokumApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJapsumSudokumApp
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJENS WOLF WEIGELCagın BOGURCU

In-app purchases

None

Japsum

No in-app purchases

None

SudokumApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Japsum free?
Japsum is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SudokumApp free?
SudokumApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Japsum or SudokumApp have ads?
Neither Japsum nor SudokumApp shows ads.

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