Comparison

The Cube App vs 3x3 Cube

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

Head to head
About

The Cube App

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for cube enthusiasts of all levels. It features a competition-style timer, session tracking with detailed statistics, and an extensive library of algorithms with learning aids. Easily manage, share, and back up your cube solve data.

Highlights
  • Customizable competition timer
  • Session tracking and statistics
  • Algorithm library with illustrations
  • Visual scramble representation
  • Data export and import
  • Offline functionality
Features
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The perfect app for cubers. Beginners or professionals, speedcubers or not! Every single tool a cuber would ever need, combined into an app that you can bring wherever you go with your cube. Quick awesome feature list: - Customizable timer to record solves with, that behaves like a competition timer. - Create and customize sessions to track your timed solves in. - See statistics and graphs of sessions. - Export and import sessions so you can share or backup your data. - Different scramble types to choose from in timer. - Displays visual representation of a scramble. - Simplistic and smart look, easy to navigate through. - Over a thousand algorithms to learn (each having its own illustration). - Algorithms are customizable, and notes can be added. - 'Learn' feature that makes learning algorithm sets easy and fun. - Practice lots of algorithms with another learning feature similar to flash cards - Keep track of all your personal bests, either manually or automatically. - Does not require an internet connection.

About

3x3 Cube

Instantly solve your Rubik's Cube by scanning it with your phone's camera. Get step-by-step visual instructions to complete any cube, learn new patterns, and improve your speed. Offers a manual color fill tool for custom challenges.

Highlights
  • Instant scan and solve via camera
  • Step-by-step visual solving guide
  • Manual color fill tool
  • Learn new cube patterns
  • AI-based cube detection
  • Unlimited cube solutions (premium)
Features
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Rubik’s Cube Solver – Smart Cube Assistant Solve your Rubik’s Cube instantly with AI precision. Just scan your real cube using your camera, and the intelligent solver will guide you step-by-step until every color is in place. Whether you’re a beginner or a cube master, this app helps you learn, practice, and solve faster than ever before. Features Instant Scan & Solve – Capture your cube with your phone’s camera and get an instant solving guide. Color Fill Tool – Manually fill colors and solve custom cubes. Step-by-Step Guide – Follow easy solving instructions with clear visuals. Learn New Patterns – Explore creative cube patterns and improve your solving skills. Fast & Accurate – AI-based cube detection ensures perfect results every time. Premium Subscription Upgrade to the premium version to: Remove all ads Unlock “Fill and Solve Cube” Access all cube patterns Get unlimited cube solutions Enjoy future premium features Subscription Info: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://iobitsllc.blogspot.com/2025/10/rubiks-cube-solver-privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

The Cube App4 screens
3x3 Cube4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Cube App at 79% against 3x3 Cube's 33%. The Cube App also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (152 vs 36). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Cube App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and 3x3 Cube sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Cube App holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 152 and 36 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of The Cube App's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3x3 Cube's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Cube App ships an update every 2 weeks, 3x3 Cube every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The Cube App versus 3x3 Cube: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Cube App3x3 Cube
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (152 ratings) — better3.5 (36 ratings)
Positive reviews79.2% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings152 — better36
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB84 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLudvig SandhIOBits Technologies LLC

Customer experience

The Cube App

All ratings152 ratings
Positive71.7%
Neutral11.2%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews144 reviews
Positive79.2%
Neutral11.8%
Negative9.0%

3x3 Cube

All ratings36 ratings
Positive63.9%
Neutral2.8%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

The Cube App

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Timer not starting/stopping correctly
  • Solves getting mixed between sessions
  • Crashes when accessing certain algorithm sets
  • Scramble generator producing invalid/easy scrambles

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more events (Square-1, One-Handed, etc.)
  • Improve algorithm organization and accuracy
  • Add ability to manually input scrambles
  • Implement cloud sync and data export/import
  • Improve timer functionality and gestures

3x3 Cube

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

The Cube App

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro$3.99
5 purchases

3x3 Cube

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Rubik's Cube Weekly Premium7 Days trial$7.997 Days
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  • Get monthly Premium$14.991 Month
  • Get Yearly Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is The Cube App free?
The Cube App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3x3 Cube free?
3x3 Cube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Cube App or 3x3 Cube?
The Cube App is rated higher. The Cube App averages 3.9 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while 3x3 Cube averages 3.5 from 36 ratings.
Do The Cube App or 3x3 Cube have ads?
Both The Cube App and 3x3 Cube show ads.
Which is updated more often, The Cube App or 3x3 Cube?
The Cube App ships an update every 2 weeks, and 3x3 Cube every 3 weeks. Most recently, The Cube App was updated on September 15, 2026 and 3x3 Cube on September 20, 2026.

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