# Is Sudoku Aura Free? Web Game vs. iOS App Explained

**Quick answer:** Yes, Sudoku Aura is free to play online. You can solve puzzles right now in your browser with no
sign-up, no ads, and no download. The optional iOS app is a one-time **$0.99** purchase — never a subscription — that
unlocks the full experience.

## What do you get for free?

The free web game at [sudokuaura.com](/) is genuinely free and includes:

- **Easy, Medium, and Hard puzzles** you can switch anytime.
- **No sign-up and no account** — it loads instantly.
- **No ads and no pop-ups**, by design.
- Play in **any modern browser** on phone, tablet, or desktop.
- A companion set of [free printable Sudoku puzzles](/print).

## What does the $0.99 iOS app add?

The [Sudoku Aura iOS app](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6760272815) is a one-time purchase that unlocks the full
experience:

- **Unlimited puzzles** across more difficulty levels.
- **Immersive 3D visuals** with dynamic shadows.
- **Haptic feedback** for a tactile, satisfying feel.
- **Full offline play** — perfect for flights or commutes.
- **Progress and time tracking** to watch yourself improve.

## Is there a subscription?

No. Sudoku Aura has no subscription and no recurring fees. The web game is free forever, and the iOS app is a single $
3.99 payment. As the App Store listing puts it: buy once, yours forever.

Ready to try it? [Play a free puzzle now](/) or learn [how to play Sudoku](/guides/how-to-play-sudoku) from scratch.