Comparison

Cube CFOP vs 3D Magic Cube Puzzle

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • F2L (First 2 Layers) guide
  • 1-Look & 2-Look OLL
  • PLL (Permutation of Last Layer) algorithms
  • Notations reference
  • Favorites list with flashcards
Features
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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.

About

3D Magic Cube Puzzle

Experience a realistic 3D Magic Cube puzzle on your iPhone. Solve various cube sizes with intuitive controls, AI hints, and helpful features like auto-save and move guides. Enjoy a seamless puzzle experience anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Multiple cube sizes (2x2 to 7x7)
  • Intuitive swipe controls
  • Tilt to change viewing angle
  • AI hints for solving assistance
  • Auto-save game progress
  • Face marking for rotation guidance
Features
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Playing 3D cube on your iPhone. Realistic 3D graphics make you feel like you're playing with a real Magic Cube! KEY FEATURES: ◦ Play Magic Cubes of 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, and 7x7. ◦ Swipe the cube with your finger to rotate the layer of the cube. Swipe through the blank area to rotate the cube. ◦ Tilt the phone to change the viewing angle of the Magic Cube. ◦ AI hints. You can use it, and it will make some moves for you that will bring you closer to solving the cube. ◦ Cube in 2D (3D cube shown in 2D) ◦ You can also tap the Undo button to undo the last action. ◦ Auto-save game - the game will be automatically saved and restored, so you don't have to worry about losing your ongoing game if the application quits unexpectedly. - Please note that auto-saving the game will only happen if the cube is scrambled and at least 10 moves have been made. ◦ Wide move for cubes of 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, and 7x7. ◦ Double-tap on the face of the cube to mark the face; double-tap again to remove it. After marking the face, subsequent rotations will generate guide lines to show the rotation action. Suggestions or questions? Feel free to email: zhaoxiaojian@hotmail.com

Screenshots

Cube CFOP4 screens
3D Magic Cube Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 3D Magic Cube Puzzle at Free against Cube CFOP's $1.99. 3D Magic Cube Puzzle also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Cube CFOP's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (89% vs 56%). On ratings volume, in-app purchases and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

3D Magic Cube Puzzle is free to download; Cube CFOP costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube CFOP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 165 and 181 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Cube CFOP's written reviews are positive against 56% of 3D Magic Cube Puzzle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube CFOP ships an update every 3 months, 3D Magic Cube Puzzle every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Cube CFOP versus 3D Magic Cube Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube CFOP3D Magic Cube Puzzle
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (165 ratings) — better4.5 (181 ratings)
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews — better56.3% of reviews
Number of ratings165181 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB70 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperTuan Truong小健 赵

Customer experience

Cube CFOP

All ratings165 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive89.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.3%

3D Magic Cube Puzzle

All ratings181 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral6.1%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral18.8%
Negative25.0%

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 Puzzle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Cube CFOP

No in-app purchases

None

3D Magic Cube Puzzle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube CFOP free?
Cube CFOP costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D Magic Cube Puzzle free?
3D Magic Cube Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cube CFOP or 3D Magic Cube Puzzle?
Cube CFOP is rated higher. Cube CFOP averages 4.8 out of 5 from 165 ratings, while 3D Magic Cube Puzzle averages 4.5 from 181 ratings.
Do Cube CFOP or 3D Magic Cube Puzzle have ads?
3D Magic Cube Puzzle shows ads; Cube CFOP does not.
Which is updated more often, Cube CFOP or 3D Magic Cube Puzzle?
Cube CFOP ships an update every 3 months, and 3D Magic Cube Puzzle every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cube CFOP was updated on September 22, 2026 and 3D Magic Cube Puzzle on September 19, 2026.

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