Comparison

Sudoku Doku vs PlayPlus

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

Head to head
About

Sudoku Doku

Engage your mind with a modern take on classic logic number puzzles. Offers multiple difficulty levels, smart hints, and a distraction-free design to help you focus and improve your skills. Enjoy daily challenges and track your progress.

Highlights
  • Multiple difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard, Expert)
  • Smart hints and error highlighting
  • Notes mode (pencil marks)
  • Daily challenges and achievements
  • Offline play capability
  • Clean, distraction-free design
Features
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Unwind, focus, and boost your brain power with Sudoku Doku, the clean and modern take on the classic number puzzle game. Whether you’re a beginner or a Sudoku master, you’ll find the perfect challenge waiting for you. What is Sudoku? Sudoku is a simple yet addictive logic puzzle: Fill every row, column and 3x3 box with numbers from 1 to 9 – with no repeats. No math, no guesswork, just pure logic and fun. Why you’ll love Sudoku Doku Multiple difficulty levels – Easy, Medium, Hard & Expert so everyone can play. Smart hints – Not just the answer. Learn why a move works and improve your skills. Notes mode (pencil marks) – Keep track of possible numbers like on real paper. Auto-check & error highlights – Turn them on to learn or off for a real challenge. Undo & redo – Made a mistake? Go back as many steps as you want. Clean, distraction-free design – Big cells, smooth controls, no clutter. Daily & Long-Term Challenges Daily challenge – Play a new puzzle every day and collect streaks. Achievements & stats – Track your fastest times, win streaks and best difficulties. Leaderboard – See how you stack up against other players around the world. Play Anytime, Anywhere Offline play – No Wi-Fi? No problem. Play Sudoku Doku on the go. Save & resume – Pick up right where you left off, even if you close the app. Number styles & grid options – Choose the look that’s easiest on your eyes. One-touch controls – Tap, hold, or use number-first selection – your choice. How to Play Choose a difficulty level. Tap a cell and pick a number from 1 to 9. Use notes to track possibilities. Complete the board so every row, column and 3x3 box has all digits 1 through 9 with no repeats. If you enjoy brain teasers, number puzzles, crosswords or logic games, Sudoku Doku will become your new daily habit. Download Sudoku Doku now and give your brain a fun workout every day!

About

PlayPlus

Enjoy a collection of offline casual puzzle games designed to relax your mind. Earn in-game coins for completing levels and unlock customizations. Features a clean interface and intuitive controls for a smooth, distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Offline casual puzzle games
  • Classic puzzle collection (Solitaire, Sudoku, Crossmath)
  • Earn in-game coins and achievements
  • Unlock skins, items, and customizations
  • Relaxing and casual gameplay
  • Clean, distraction-free UI
Features
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PlayPlus Your go-to destination for casual, offline puzzle games! Play anytime, anywhere—no internet connection required. Dive into a collection of fun, addictive puzzles designed to relax your mind and pass the time. Key Features Classic Puzzle Collection: Enjoy a variety of casual games including Solitaire, Crossmath, Sudoku, and more, updated regularly. Pure Gameplay Rewards: Earn in-game coins and achievements by completing levels and mastering challenges. Coins are used exclusively within the game to unlock skins, items, and customizations. Relaxing & Casual: Simple, intuitive controls make the game easy to pick up but hard to put down. Perfect for killing time or unwinding after a long day. Clean UI Design: A sleek, distraction-free interface lets you focus on the game and enjoy a smooth gaming experience. Who Should Play? Anyone who loves casual puzzle games Players who want to enjoy games offline without worrying about data usage Students, office workers, and anyone looking to relax with light, fun gameplay Families and players of all ages (age-friendly & family-friendly) What’s Next? We are constantly adding new games, levels, and features to keep the fun going! Stay tuned for more updates and new challenges. Download PlayPlus now and start your journey of casual puzzle fun!

Screenshots

Sudoku Doku4 screens
PlayPlus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PlayPlus at 50% against Sudoku Doku's 0%. PlayPlus also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.1) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PlayPlus holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlayPlus has 607 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Sudoku Doku's written reviews are positive against 50% of PlayPlus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sudoku Doku ships an update every 3 weeks, PlayPlus every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sudoku Doku versus PlayPlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSudoku DokuPlayPlus
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.1 (9 ratings)4.9 (607 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9607 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB218 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperApperfunCREATION TECH PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

Sudoku Doku

All ratings9 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

PlayPlus

All ratings600 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.3%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative30.0%

In-app purchases

None

Sudoku Doku

No in-app purchases

None

PlayPlus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sudoku Doku free?
Sudoku Doku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlayPlus free?
PlayPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sudoku Doku or PlayPlus?
PlayPlus is rated higher. Sudoku Doku averages 1.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while PlayPlus averages 4.9 from 607 ratings.
Do Sudoku Doku or PlayPlus have ads?
Both Sudoku Doku and PlayPlus show ads.
Which is updated more often, Sudoku Doku or PlayPlus?
Sudoku Doku ships an update every 3 weeks, and PlayPlus every 4 days. Most recently, Sudoku Doku was updated on October 25, 2026 and PlayPlus on October 25, 2026.

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