Cube CFOP vs Cube Algorithms X
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.
Cube Algorithms X
This app provides a comprehensive collection of algorithms for various magic cube puzzles. It features realistic 3D graphics, custom session creation, and support for iCloud synchronization. Learn and master complex cube solving techniques with detailed tutorials.
- Supports 2x2x2 to 4x4x4 cubes
- Includes F2L, OLL, PLL, and more
- Realistic 3D graphics and animation
- Create custom algorithm sessions
- iCloud synchronization
- Customizable puzzle and fingertrick colors
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Algorithms X is a powerful Magic Cube Algorithms tool for cubers and users who want to learn Magic Cube Features - Support iCloud, Sync your custom algorithm session - Support 2x2x2, 3x3x3, 4x4x4, Pyraminx, Megaminx, Square1, Skewb - Realistic 3D graphics and animation - You can create your own sessions(all puzzle) - Contains every F2L, OLL and PLL - Contains every 4LLL - Contains every Ortege - Contains every CLL EG1 EG2 - Contains every COLL, WV, SV, ZBLL, CMLL - Contains Pyraminx Intermediate and L4E - Contains Square1 Intermediate and Advanced - Contains Skewb Algorithms and Megaminx Algorithms - Customize all color of puzzle - Customize fingertrick colors Privacy Policy: https://res.kdcubeapp.com/algorithmsx_privacy.html Support: andzhaov@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Cube CFOP at $1.99 against Cube Algorithms X's $5.99. Cube CFOP also leads on ratings volume (165 vs 32). Cube Algorithms X's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 89%). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Cube CFOP costs $1.99 and Cube Algorithms X $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Cube CFOP against 4.8 for Cube Algorithms X. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube CFOP has 165 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Cube CFOP's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cube Algorithms X's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cube CFOP | Cube Algorithms X |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $5.99 |
| Rating | 4.8 (165 ratings) | 4.8 (32 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 89.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 165 — better | 32 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tuan Truong | 巍 赵 |
Customer experience
Cube CFOP
Cube Algorithms X
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
Cube Algorithms X
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cube CFOP
No in-app purchases
Cube Algorithms X
No in-app purchases
Questions
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