Easy Sudoku
A classic 9 × 9 Sudoku with 38 numbers already filled in. Every puzzle can be solved by logic alone, without guessing.
How to play
- Tap or click a square, then tap a number or type it on your keyboard. Arrow keys move around the grid.
- Fill the grid so every row, every column and every box contains each number from 1 to 9 exactly once.
- Turn on Notes to pencil in numbers you’re considering. If a number clashes with another in its row, column or box, it turns red.
- Stuck? Undo a move, or press Hint to fill in one correct square. Your progress is saved if you leave the page.
What it practises
- Logical reasoning
- Finding the only place a number can go
- Concentration and patience
Level: Ages 8 and up
Tips for easy Sudoku
Start with the numbers that appear most often in the grid. Each one has fewer places left to go.
Pick a 3 × 3 box and a number it’s missing, then see which rows and columns rule out the other squares.
Questions and answers
What makes a Sudoku easy?
Easy puzzles start with more numbers filled in (38 of 81 here), and every square can be found by spotting the only place a number can go. You never need to guess.
How long does an easy Sudoku take?
It depends on experience. A first puzzle can take 15 minutes or more, and you get quicker with practice. Your best time is saved on your device, so you can try to beat it.
Does every puzzle have exactly one solution?
Yes. Every puzzle is checked when it’s made to make sure it has exactly one solution.