# Sudoku by Mastersoft

> Create, Solve, Analyze, and Play Unlimited Classic Sudoku Puzzles.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mastersoft.sudoku](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mastersoft.sudoku)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mastersoft.sudoku`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mastersoft Ltd
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 18,252
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (245 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.23
- **Last updated:** 2024-12-28
- **First published:** 2014-03-02
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 30 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mastersoft.sudoku)
- **Website:** [http://www.mastersoftmobilesolutions.com](http://www.mastersoftmobilesolutions.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.mastersoftmobilesolutions.com/privacy.htm](http://www.mastersoftmobilesolutions.com/privacy.htm)

## Description

Mastersoft Sudoku is the ultimate Sudoku app offering billions of puzzles across 6 difficulty levels, including an exclusive "Sudoku Master" level for expert players. The app features an advanced Sudoku solver, hints, and a built-in puzzle generator to keep gameplay fresh. Users can create and solve their own puzzles, analyze errors, and learn advanced techniques like X-Wings and Swordfish. Unique game modes include Picture Sudoku and Symbol Sudoku, providing visually engaging variations for a fun challenge.

Designed for all skill levels, Mastersoft Sudoku supports full customization with color-coded entries and multiple hint types. Trusted globally and awarded multiple honors, this app promises endless brain-teasing fun and skill development for beginners and pros alike.

## Rankings

- #457,375 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.mastersoft.sudoku.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Sudoku by Mastersoft offers a wide variety of puzzles, including the ability to enter custom ones, and features like error checking and pencil marks that users appreciate. Many enjoy the game's user-friendly design and symbolic options. However, recurring issues include intrusive ads, occasional freezing, bugs with pencil marks and score recording, and interface challenges due to input grid overlapping the puzzle area. Long-term users value its features but desire improvements in stability and ad management.

### Pros

- Variety of puzzles with multiple difficulty levels.
- Option to enter custom puzzles, such as from newspapers.
- Helpful game features like magic wand for error checking and pencil marks.
- Supports both numbers and symbol options to avoid boredom.
- User-friendly design and long-standing user satisfaction.

### Cons

- Advertisements are intrusive and interrupt gameplay.
- App occasionally freezes or hangs during play.
- Bugs with clearing cells and pencil marks not updating correctly.
- Score and statistics tracking issues, such as not recording completed puzzles.
- Input grid covers the puzzle area, making it difficult to input numbers.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mastersoft.sudoku)