Comparison

Cube CFOP vs WCU CUBE

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

WCU CUBE

This platform connects to smart toys for online competitions, data analysis, and skill practice. It offers timing features for both smart and regular cubes, and includes an introductory section for beginners.

Highlights
  • Online competitions
  • Data analysis
  • Leaderboards
  • Skill practice and learning
  • Timing functions (software & hardware)
  • Smart cube integration
  • Beginner tutorials
Features
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WCU CUBE 是一款可以链接到智能玩具并且可以提供在线竞赛,数据分析,成绩排行榜,玩法技巧练习&学习的应用平台。 1、计时功能: 软件计时,配合非智能二阶,三阶、金字塔等普通魔方使用APP进行计时,也可以通过趣味计时玩法添加魔友间的乐趣。 硬件计时器,通过蓝牙连接到WCU CUBE进行竞速计时,并同步数据到APP做记录分析。 2、智能魔方: 配合自研智能魔方,在APP中可以参与全球对战,成绩排名、数据分析; 亦有适合初级玩家的启蒙板块让初学者快速了解熟悉魔方复原技巧。

Screenshots

Cube CFOP4 screens
WCU CUBE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cube CFOP at 89% against WCU CUBE's 33%. Cube CFOP also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). WCU CUBE's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On ads, monetization model 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

WCU CUBE is free to download; Cube CFOP costs $1.99 up front. WCU CUBE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cube CFOP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube CFOP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube CFOP has 165 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Cube CFOP's written reviews are positive against 33% of WCU CUBE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube CFOP ships an update every 3 months, WCU CUBE fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Cube CFOP versus WCU CUBE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube CFOPWCU CUBE
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (165 ratings) — better2.1 (27 ratings)
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings165 — better27
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#166 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB306 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTuan Truong汕头市澄海区魔域文化有限公司

Customer experience

Cube CFOP

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

WCU CUBE

All ratings27 ratings
Positive25.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative70.4%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

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

WCU CUBE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Cube CFOP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

WCU CUBE

One-time1
  • 魔钻$1.99

Questions

Is Cube CFOP free?
Cube CFOP costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is WCU CUBE free?
WCU CUBE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cube CFOP or WCU CUBE?
Cube CFOP is rated higher. Cube CFOP averages 4.8 out of 5 from 165 ratings, while WCU CUBE averages 2.1 from 27 ratings.
Do Cube CFOP or WCU CUBE have ads?
Neither Cube CFOP nor WCU CUBE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube CFOP or WCU CUBE?
Cube CFOP ships an update every 3 months, and WCU CUBE fortnightly. Most recently, Cube CFOP was updated on October 12, 2026 and WCU CUBE on October 10, 2026.

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