Easy Sudoku
Beginner-friendly Sudoku puzzles - 36 to 40 starting clues, no guessing required, auto-saved on every device.
How to play Easy Sudoku
- 1 Fill each row with the digits 1–9, with no repeats.
- 2 Fill each column with the digits 1–9, with no repeats.
- 3 Fill each 3×3 box with the digits 1–9, with no repeats.
- 4 Use logic and elimination - every easy puzzle is solvable without guessing.
Why play Easy Sudoku?
Easy Sudoku is more than a casual pastime - it is a quick, approachable mental workout. A typical easy board takes 5 to 15 minutes to solve and trains pattern recognition, short-term memory, and logical deduction. Because the solve path is always uniquely determined, each easy puzzle reinforces the same scanning and elimination moves you will rely on later at medium and hard levels. Many players use easy Sudoku to build momentum before attempting harder grids, or to end the day with a satisfying mental win.
Tips to solve Easy Sudoku fast
- Scan each row, column, and 3×3 box for digits that already appear in multiple units - they narrow placements fastest.
- Start with the most-populated boxes; they usually reveal an immediate forced placement.
- Look for hidden singles: when a digit can only fit one cell within a row, column, or box, place it immediately.
- Use pencil marks sparingly on easy boards - you rarely need full candidate lists.
- When you are stuck, move to another area and return later. One new digit often unlocks a chain of forced moves.
Easy Sudoku - frequently asked questions
What is easy Sudoku?
Easy Sudoku refers to standard 9×9 Sudoku puzzles with around 36 to 40 starting clues, which means every cell can be found through direct scanning and elimination. No guessing or advanced techniques like X-Wings or swordfish are required.
Is easy Sudoku good for beginners?
Yes. Easy Sudoku is the best place for new players to learn. With more given numbers and simpler solve paths, you can finish a board in under fifteen minutes and build intuition for row, column, and box scanning before moving up to medium and hard.
How do I solve an easy Sudoku quickly?
Start by scanning each row, column, and 3×3 box for digits that already appear elsewhere - that immediately narrows placements. Look for hidden singles (a digit that can only go in one cell of a unit), and place them first. Pencil marks are rarely needed on easy.
Is SudokuW easy Sudoku free?
Yes, every easy Sudoku puzzle is completely free to play. There is no sign-up, no download, and no ads on the board. Play as many puzzles as you want on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
How long does an easy Sudoku take?
Most players finish an easy Sudoku in five to fifteen minutes. Experienced solvers can complete one in under five minutes. The timer runs at the top of the board and you can pause at any moment.
Does my easy Sudoku progress save?
Yes. Your current puzzle and timer are saved in your browser automatically, so you can close the tab and return later to the exact same game.
What should I play after easy Sudoku?
When easy Sudoku feels too quick, try medium Sudoku for slightly trickier scan patterns, or jump to hard Sudoku for puzzles that reward advanced techniques. You can also try the daily Sudoku challenge - one shared puzzle released each UTC day.
Try other difficulty levels
Ready for more? Step up to medium or hard Sudoku, or take on the daily challenge.