Comparison

Number Sum Puzzle vs HexaDoku

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

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About

Number Sum Puzzle

This logic puzzle game challenges your brain with number sums. Arrange numbers in a grid so rows and columns match target sums. Enjoy handcrafted puzzles with no timers or pressure, perfect for a calm, focused mental workout.

Highlights
  • Number sum grid puzzles
  • Handcrafted unique solutions
  • No timers or pressure
  • Offline play
  • Daily brain workout
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Challenge your brain with Sum Puzzle — the addictive number sums math puzzle loved by fans of Sudoku, Kakuro, and Nonogram. Remove numbers from the grid so the remaining values in each row and column add up exactly to the target sums on the edges. Simple rules. Infinite "aha!" moments. Every puzzle is handcrafted with one unique solution. No timers. No pressure. No mid-puzzle ads. Just pure logic and mental math — the perfect brain game for puzzle lovers who want a calm, focused challenge. HOW TO PLAY SUM PUZZLE • Each grid shows numbers with target sums displayed along the right side and the bottom. • Tap the check button to circle a number (marks it as kept in the sum). • Tap the erase button to remove a number from the grid. • Your goal: make every row and every column reach its exact target sum at the same time. • Every puzzle has one — and only one — correct solution. Can you find it? It sounds simple, but the deeper you go, the more you'll appreciate the elegant logic behind every layout. Start with a 3x3 warm-up, work your way to a 10x10 boss-level grid, and feel your mental math sharpen along the way. KEY FEATURES • Levels for Everyone — From quick 3x3 grids for complete beginners to sprawling 10x10 challenges for seasoned math puzzle experts. • Daily Brain Workout — Make it a daily habit. Sharpen focus, arithmetic speed, and pattern recognition a few minutes at a time. • Zero Mid-Puzzle Ads — We respect your concentration. Solve in peace. No interstitials pop up to break your flow. • Fully Offline — Play anywhere, anytime. No internet, no account, no sign-in. Perfect for flights, subways, and waiting rooms. • Dark-Mode Friendly — Sleek, minimalist design that's easy on the eyes day or night. Perfect for late-night brain training. • Handcrafted Puzzles — Every single level is hand-designed and verified for a unique, elegant solution. No auto-generated filler. • Endless Replay Value — Hundreds of logic puzzles with more added in regular updates. WHY YOU'LL LOVE SUM PUZZLE • Relax and Sharpen Your Mind — Stress-free gameplay built for calm focus. No timers. No streak shaming. No pay-to-win. Just pure logic. • Improve Mental Math — A natural workout for arithmetic speed, logical deduction, and pattern recognition. A real brain game, not a gimmick. • The Ultimate "Aha!" Moment — Feel that satisfying click when every number finally locks into place. • The Perfect Commute Companion — Fully offline puzzles for planes, trains, subways, and waiting rooms. No signal needed. • Kid-Friendly and Adult-Approved — Great for students learning arithmetic and adults looking for a mindful screen break. LOVE SUDOKU, KAKURO, OR NONOGRAM? If you enjoy logic puzzles like Sudoku, Kakuro (a.k.a. cross sums), or Nonogram, Sum Puzzle will feel instantly familiar — but with a fresh twist. It's the math puzzle game you didn't know you needed: simpler to learn than Kakuro, more satisfying than endless Sudoku grids, and more portable than pen and paper. WHO IT'S FOR • Puzzle lovers hunting for a fresh daily brain game • Students practicing mental math and arithmetic • Adults looking for a relaxing, screen-time-worthy brain workout • Commuters who want a real offline puzzle game • Sudoku and Kakuro fans searching for their next number puzzle obsession Whether you want a serious math challenge or a relaxing way to unwind, Sum Puzzle makes every number count. Every solve is a small victory for your brain. Download Sum Puzzle now — your next favorite number sums math puzzle game is waiting. No ads interrupt your solve. No internet required. Just logic, numbers, and your next "aha!" moment. -------------------- ■ Terms of Use -------------------- By downloading or using this app, you agree to our Terms of Use (End User License Agreement). This app uses Apple's standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HexaDoku

A relaxing number logic puzzle game with a hexagonal grid. Fill the board with missing numbers, ensuring each consecutive number connects to the next. Enjoy hundreds of handcrafted levels and daily challenges with a unique solution for every puzzle.

Highlights
  • Hexagonal grid puzzles
  • Hundreds of handcrafted levels
  • Daily challenges
  • Unique solution per puzzle
  • Relaxing garden theme
  • No time limits
Features
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Discover HexaDoku, a relaxing number logic puzzle with a unique hexagonal twist. Fill the board by placing missing numbers so every consecutive number connects to the next. Every puzzle has one unique solution, making each challenge satisfying to solve while remaining easy to learn. If you enjoy Sudoku and other logic puzzles, HexaDoku offers hundreds of handcrafted levels, a cozy garden theme, seasonal events, and fresh challenges to enjoy at your own pace. FEATURES • Easy to learn, satisfying to master
 • Hundreds of handcrafted levels • Daily Challenge with a brand new puzzle every day
 • Unique solution for every puzzle
 • Smooth and intuitive controls
 • Play anytime, anywhere
 • No time limits, solve at your own pace Train your brain, improve your logical thinking, and enjoy one of the most relaxing number puzzle experiences available.

Screenshots

Number Sum Puzzle4 screens
HexaDoku4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HexaDoku at 4.8 against Number Sum Puzzle's 3.8. HexaDoku also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (298 vs 6). Number Sum Puzzle's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 23%). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Number Sum Puzzle sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. HexaDoku asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HexaDoku holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HexaDoku has 298 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Number Sum Puzzle's written reviews are positive against 23% of HexaDoku's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Number Sum Puzzle versus HexaDoku: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumber Sum PuzzleHexaDoku
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (6 ratings)4.8 (298 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better23.1% of reviews
Number of ratings6298 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 5 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
Best chart rank—#69 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB404 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperLIHUHU PUBLISHING PTE. LTD.Serkan Ozyilmaz

Customer experience

Number Sum Puzzle

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

HexaDoku

All ratings246 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral23.1%
Negative53.8%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Number Sum Puzzle

One-time5
  • Starter Hints$1.99
  • Value Hints$5.99
  • Mega Hints$9.99
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  • VIP - No Ads$19.99
  • VIP - No Ads$49.99
None

HexaDoku

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Number Sum Puzzle free?
Number Sum Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HexaDoku free?
HexaDoku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Number Sum Puzzle or HexaDoku?
HexaDoku is rated higher. Number Sum Puzzle averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while HexaDoku averages 4.8 from 298 ratings.
Do Number Sum Puzzle or HexaDoku have ads?
Both Number Sum Puzzle and HexaDoku show ads.
Which is updated more often, Number Sum Puzzle or HexaDoku?
Number Sum Puzzle ships an update every 5 days, and HexaDoku every 5 days. Most recently, Number Sum Puzzle was updated on October 28, 2026 and HexaDoku on October 28, 2026.

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