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The best apps for playing Sudoku: mobile and desktop options

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Sudoku is a logic puzzle with numbers that develops concentration, analytical thinking, and attention to detail. If you want to play sudoku anytime — at home, on the go, or during a break — modern apps make it convenient, engaging, and even educational.
In this article, we have gathered the best mobile and desktop applications for sudoku — for both beginners and experienced players.

Mobile Apps (Android and iOS)

1. Sudoku.com – by Easybrain
  • Platforms: Android, iOS
  • Price: Free (with a premium version)
  • Features:
    • Difficulty levels from "Easy" to "Expert"
    • Hints, checks, notes
    • Daily challenges
    • Nice graphics and smooth navigation
Perfect for daily practice and beginners.
2. Microsoft Sudoku
  • Platforms: Android, iOS
  • Price: Free
  • Features:
    • Classic and variant mode (e.g., with colors)
    • Integration with Xbox profile
    • Daily challenges, achievements
Suitable for those who enjoy gamification and competition.
3. Sudoku - Brainium Studios
  • Platforms: Android, iOS
  • Price: Free (with a pro version)
  • Features:
    • Minimalist design without distracting ads
    • Detailed player statistics
    • "No Mistakes" mode
       
Recommended for meditative and intellectual relaxation.

Desktop Applications and Online Versions

1. Sudokuwiki.org
  • Format: Online
  • Website: sudokuwiki.org
  • Features:
    • Puzzle generator of varying difficulty
    • Step-by-step hints and logical explanations of moves
    • Analysis of complex techniques (X-Wing, Swordfish, etc.)
       
Best for those who want to deeply study the logic of sudoku.
2. Web Sudoku
  • Format: Online
  • Website: websudoku.com
  • Features:
    • Fast loading, minimalism
    • Databases with thousands of sudokus
    • Printable options
       
Great choice for classic gameplay style without unnecessary features.
3. HoDoKu (Windows/Linux)
  • Format: Desktop application
  • Website: hodoku.sourceforge.net
  • Features:
    • Powerful learning system
    • Explanations of solving strategies
    • Interactive highlighting of logic
Ideal for players who want to study the game at a professional level.
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Interactive Online Platforms

  • Cracking the Cryptic (YouTube + App)
    • Challenging sudokus with unique variations
    • Apps with exotic puzzles: Thermo Sudoku, Killer Sudoku
  • KillerSudoku Online, Samurai Sudoku, HyperSudoku
    • Variant formats for those seeking challenges
  •  Just to relax   Sudoku.com, Brainium
  •  To compete or complete challenges   Microsoft Sudoku
  •  To learn and develop skills   Sudokuwiki, HoDoKu
  •  To play on the computer   Web Sudoku, HoDoKu
  •  To explore new sudoku formats   Cracking the Cryptic, Killer Sudoku
Sudoku is not just a game, but also a brain trainer. Find your perfect app and make this puzzle a part of your intellectual leisure!

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