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MAR
27
#202

9 Squares to 6

There are 9 squares in this composition: seven of 1x1, and two of 2x2. Move 2 matchsticks to end up with 6 squares only.

MAR
26
#201

5 Minus 8 Is Not 0

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

MAR
25
#200

X to A

Move 3 matchsticks to convert the stylized letter X into a stylized A. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
24
#199

1 Minus 1 Is Not 3

Move 4 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
23
#198

6 Squares Out of 5

Move 2 matchsticks to end up with six squares out of the current five.

MAR
22
#197

3 Plus 7 Is Not 8

Remove 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
21
#196

The Arrow-2

Move 2 matchsticks to make the arrow flying in another direction. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
20
#195

4 Minus 4 Is Not 1

Move 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
19
#194

Burr to 4 Equal Triangles

Move 4 matchsticks to create four equal triangles out of this burr. No loose matchsticks allowed.

MAR
18
#193

4 Equal Shapes

Move 4 matchsticks to obtain four equal shapes within the big square.

MAR
17
#192

The Calf

Move 2 matchsticks so the calf runs in another direction; shape intact. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
16
#191

7 Plus 0 Is Not 5

Move 2 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
15
#190

1 Plus 4 Is Not 6

Move 2 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
14
#189

6 Squares, 4 Rectangles

Move 2 matchsticks to end up with 6 identical squares and 4 identical rectangles.

MAR
13
#188

Incomplete Pie

This started pie contains 5 equilateral triangles. Move 2 matchsticks to get 6 equilateral triangles. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
12
#187

2 Squares out of 3

Move 4 matchsticks to end up with just two squares out of the current three.

MAR
11
#186

Remove 1, Leave 9 Squares

There are 11 squares in this shape - 9 small and 2 big ones, Remove 1 matchstick to end up with 9 squares.

MAR
10
#185

4 Squares from 5

Move 3 matchsticks to get 4 identical squares out of the current five.

MAR
09
#184

Two in One

Move 2 matchsticks to make 2 equal triangles out of this one, but so that none of them includes the coin. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
08
#183

Rectangle: 3:4:5 to 1:3:8

The rectangle is divided into 3 parts in the ratio 3:4:5. Move just 1 matchstick to reach the ratio of the inner parts 1:3:8.

MAR
07
#182

6 plus 0 is not 7

Remove 4 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
06
#181

8 plus 7 is not 5

Remove 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

MAR
05
#180

Play Button

Move 2 matchsticks to divide the 2x2 square into two identical parts (in area and shape). ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

MAR
04
#179

503 to the Biggest 3-digit: V2

Move 2 matchsticks to get a 3-digit number as big as possible.

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Puzzles with matchsticks are very popular today among both children and adults. They help a person develop logical thinking and attentiveness. Matchstick logic problem can be very different. Basically, the tasks require you to create some kind of image, number or geometric figure.


Matchstick modeling develops thinking. The main highlight of such problems is that the answer is usually not obvious. Moreover, sometimes at first glance it seems that it is impossible to solve the puzzle at all. It takes at least a few minutes of thinking in your head or with a pencil. Obviously, such exercises are useful for “pumping up” logic and developing spatial thinking in a child.


Matchstick riddles influence the imagination. By imagining what would happen if we move this or that matchstick, we develop the “imagination center” inside our brain. Matchstick puzzles improve short-term memory. This is especially true for those who solve such problems in their head, remembering intermediate results. Spending time solving puzzles encourages attentiveness and perseverance. Last but not least - concentration plays a key part as well.


Challenging yourself to solve a matchstick puzzle in the shortest timespan boosts your self-esteem. And then, challenging yourself to solve a really difficult problem, we feel more confident and stop giving in to difficulties ahead.


Our constantly expanding collection of interactive matchstick puzzles comes in different difficulty levels, making them suitable for both adults and children. You can return to your favorite puzzles many times and share them with friends and dear ones.


How to solve matchstick puzzles? It is clear that in each specific case the approach differs, but there are still general recommendations. The hint is often contained in the problem’s objective itself, so you need to read it very carefully. Analyze whether there is a “double bottom” or a catch in it. Prepare for the fact that the solution is not trivial - otherwise the task would not be called a puzzle. Often you need to move 1 matchstick to get one or another figure or a certain number of figures. Don't forget: several small shapes (for example, squares) can make up a large one. Take your time. Don't focus on getting through the exercise quickly. Consider your options carefully.


As a pleasant bonus, we would like to draw your attention to 7 interesting facts about matchstick production:

- a match that ends up in sea water will decompose within six months;

- the best material for making matches is aspen;

- the first matchboxes were made of metal;

- there are more than 100 types of matches in the world;

- about 30 billion matchboxes are produced annually on the planet;

- on average there are approximately 40 matches in a box. In the 19th century, the number reached 60 pieces;

- it turns out that an ordinary match can save a person from death if he is bitten by a poisonous karakurt spider. To do this, the bite site must be cauterized as quickly as possible, as a result of which the poison will disintegrate and will not pose any threat to the human.