Cube CFOP vs 3D Magic Cube Solver
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cube CFOP
Master the 3x3 cube with this comprehensive guide to the Fridrich method. Learn F2L, OLL, and PLL algorithms, save your favorites, and practice with daily flashcards. Designed for speedcubers by speedcubers.
- F2L (First 2 Layers) guide
- 1-Look & 2-Look OLL
- PLL (Permutation of Last Layer) algorithms
- Notations reference
- Favorites list with flashcards
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Cube CFOP - A complete guide to solving the 3x3 Cube using one of the most popular speedsolving methods, the Fridrich method. Features: 1. F2L (First 2 Layers) 2. 1-Look OLL & 2-Look OLL (Orientation of Last Layer) 3. PLL (Permutation of Last Layer) 4. Notations Page 5. A unique favourites list with daily flashcards Cube CFOP is an all in one application created for speedcubers by speedcubers. With 41 F2L cases, 51 OLL cases and 27 PLL cases, our application allows you to not only select the preferred algorithm for your case but also save these algorithms to your favourites list. We have partnered with KewbzUK - One of the largest speed cube shops in the UK to bring you this app.
3D Magic Cube Solver
Solve real-world cubes using your phone's camera or play with a virtual 3D cube. Offers step-by-step solutions for various cube sizes and interactive gameplay with AI hints.
- Solve real cubes with camera
- Manual color input
- Play virtual 3D cubes
- Supports 2x2 to 7x7 cubes
- AI hints for solving
- Auto-save game progress
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Scan and solve real 2×2, 3×3, 4×4, and 5×5 cubes with your camera. Play virtual Classic Cubes from 2×2 to 7×7 and explore more twist puzzles. Play Pyraminx, Master Pyraminx, Skewb, Mirror Cube, Megaminx, Kilominx, Fisher Cube, Windmill Cube, and Axis Cube with Hint and Solve assistance. About In-App Purchases and Subscriptions: One Premium subscription unlocks Premium features on both iPhone and Apple Watch. You can purchase Premium on either device; access syncs to the other device automatically when both use the same Apple Account. If Premium does not appear, tap Restore Purchases. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. On iPhone, you start with 3 playing credits for Classic Cubes and 5 shared credits for twist puzzles. Earn more by watching rewarded ads, or enjoy unlimited play with Premium. Privacy Policy: https://whitewhalesoft.com/apps/3DMagicCubeSolver/Privacy.html Terms & Conditions: https://whitewhalesoft.com/apps/3DMagicCubeSolver/Terms.html Questions or suggestions? Email zhaoxiaojian@hotmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: 3D Magic Cube Solver at Free against Cube CFOP's $1.99. 3D Magic Cube Solver also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (823 vs 165). Cube CFOP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
3D Magic Cube Solver is free to download; Cube CFOP costs $1.99 up front. 3D Magic Cube Solver sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Cube CFOP asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cube CFOP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 165 and 823 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Cube CFOP's written reviews are positive against 55% of 3D Magic Cube Solver's.
Cube CFOP ships an update every 3 months, 3D Magic Cube Solver every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cube CFOP | 3D Magic Cube Solver |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (165 ratings) — better | 4.4 (823 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 89.1% of reviews — better | 55.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 165 | 823 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #137 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 318 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tuan Truong | 小健 赵 |
Customer experience
Cube CFOP
3D Magic Cube Solver
User reviews
Cube CFOP
From 165 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great for learning CFOP
- 👍 Useful for practicing algos
- 👍 Good for beginners
- 👍 Helps with speed cubing
- 👍 Easy to understand
Room to improve
- 👎 Not for absolute beginners
- 👎 F2L explanation lacking
- 👎 Animation not offline
- 👎 Flashcards limited to favorites
3D Magic Cube Solver
From 823 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Solves Rubik's cubes
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for beginners
- 👍 Accurate scanning
- 👍 Detailed step-by-step solutions
Room to improve
- 🐛 Scanning issues
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🐛 App crashes/freezes
- 🔒 Paid app with ads
- 🐛 Doesn't work with all cube sizes
Bugs and requests
Cube CFOP
Reported bugs
1 issue- Animation doesn't work offline
Requested features
13 requests- Add 2 Look PLL option
- Sync between devices (iPhone/iPad)
- Setup generator for OLL, PLL
- 3D resolution animation
- How to read algorithms explanation
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- More advanced flashcard customization
- Option to disallow rotation moves
- Similar app for Roux method
- Include cross method explanation
- Add function to shuffle cube after solving
- Remove ads (paid version)
- Allow rotation of cube picture for different algs
- Reshuffle favorites and alg lists
3D Magic Cube Solver
Reported bugs
3 issues- Scanning not working in certain lighting conditions
- App crashes when trying to solve certain cubes
- Incorrect solutions provided for some cube states
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for more Rubik's cube sizes (4x4, 5x5, etc.)
- Improve scanning reliability
- Reduce ads or provide ad-free option
- Add ability to save/load cube states
In-app purchases
Cube CFOP
No in-app purchases
3D Magic Cube Solver
- Weekly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Monthly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Annual Premium Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Lifetime Purchase$49.99
Questions
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