Comparison

Solid Sudoku vs Sudoku

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

Head to head
About

Solid Sudoku

Features
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A simple Sudoku game. I built it for myself and my family to enjoy together. No excessive ads during gameplay—just a quiet, comfortable space to focus on the puzzle. To support healthy screen habits for kids, the app includes Parent Settings. When you first install the app, a parent can set: - How many rounds can be played - A waiting time between rounds This helps children naturally build the habit of self-control. Your play records are also saved, so you can look back after finishing a game and keep the fun going. [Why Sudoku is great] - Improves logical thinking - Strengthens concentration - Develops problem-solving skills - Trains memory - Enhances number sense Short sessions, deep focus. Enjoy a healthy brain game that the whole family can play together.

About

Sudoku

Features
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**Sudoku — A Minimal, Competitive & Premium Sudoku Experience** Experience classic Sudoku with a clean design, global rankings, and detailed statistics that help you improve your skills. — HOW TO PLAY — Fill the 9x9 Sudoku grid by placing numbers from 1 to 9. Each row, column, and 3x3 box must contain every number only once. Simple rules, endless strategies. — FEATURES — • 4 difficulty levels: Easy, Medium, Hard, and Expert • Smart notes: Mark possible numbers in each cell • Hint system: Get help when you are stuck • Undo: Correct your previous moves • Save your progress and continue anytime • Dark and Light themes • English and Turkish language support — GLOBAL COMPETITION — Earn points every time you complete a Sudoku puzzle. Climb the global leaderboard and progress through 7 ranks, from New Player to Legendary. Track your statistics: • Win rate • Average solving time • Global ranking — PREMIUM EXPERIENCE — Enjoy Sudoku without ads and unlock the challenging Expert mode with Premium. Expert mode tests your speed, focus, and strategic thinking. You can cancel your subscription anytime. For Sudoku players who want more than just solving puzzles. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Solid Sudoku4 screens
Sudoku4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Solid Sudoku at none against Sudoku's 4. Solid Sudoku also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Sudoku's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Sudoku sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Solid Sudoku asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Solid Sudoku ships an update every 3 days, Sudoku every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Solid Sudoku versus Sudoku: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolid SudokuSudoku
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSooyeol JeongFehmi Velioglu

In-app purchases

None

Solid Sudoku

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Sudoku

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Solid Sudoku free?
Solid Sudoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sudoku free?
Sudoku is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Solid Sudoku or Sudoku have ads?
Solid Sudoku shows ads; Sudoku does not.
Which is updated more often, Solid Sudoku or Sudoku?
Solid Sudoku ships an update every 3 days, and Sudoku every 2 weeks. Most recently, Solid Sudoku was updated on October 2, 2026 and Sudoku on October 8, 2026.

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