Comparison

Cube AR vs Cube Solver

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

Head to head
About

Cube AR

This app simplifies solving a cube puzzle by using augmented reality. It detects your cube and provides visual, step-by-step arrow guidance directly on the puzzle, making it easy to learn and master.

Highlights
  • Auto cube detection
  • Effortless scanning
  • Guiding arrows
  • Front/back camera flexibility
  • Final layer mastery (paid)
Features
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Struggling to crack the cube code? Baffled by cryptic book guides or confusing websites? Say hello to your new best friend – this app makes solving a cube a breeze! Just follow the clever arrows overlaid right on your cube, and you’ll be a cube-conquering champ in no time! Free Features That Rock: • Auto Cube Detection: Simply flash your cube at the camera, and voilà – it’s recognized instantly! • Effortless Scanning: Rotate your cube, and let the app do the heavy lifting – no tedious manual input required. • Guiding Arrows: Watch as arrows magically appear on your cube, pointing you exactly where to twist – whether it’s a single face or the whole puzzle! • Camera Flexibility: Use your front or back camera – whatever vibe you’re feeling. Unlock the Pro Move (Paid Feature): • Final Layer Mastery: Nail that tricky last layer with expert precision and swagger. Download now and turn cube chaos into cube coolness! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Cube Solver

This app provides step-by-step instructions to solve various sizes of cube puzzles, from 2x2 up to 17x17. It offers interactive learning and a digital cube for practice, aiming to teach users how to solve puzzles effectively.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step solving instructions
  • Supports 16 cube sizes (2x2 to 17x17)
  • Interactive learning and tutorials
  • Digital cube for practice
  • High solve rate (89.4%)
Features
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Solve your cube with clear, step-by-step guidance. Scan your physical cube with the camera or enter its colors manually, then follow the solution with animated 3D instructions. SCAN OR ENTER YOUR CUBE Use the camera to capture your cube's colors, or enter them manually. FOLLOW EVERY MOVE IN 3D Move forward, go back, and follow each turn at your own pace. SOLVE SIZES FROM 2x2 TO 17x17 Get solutions for 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5 and larger cubes, with support up to 17x17. LEARN HOW TO SOLVE Follow beginner-friendly guides for solving 2x2 and 3x3 cubes. PLAY WITH A DIGITAL CUBE Practice moves and explore an interactive 3D cube, even without a physical cube nearby. DISCOVER PATTERNS Try new cube patterns and enjoy a different challenge after your next solve. TIME YOUR SOLVES Practice your speed with the built-in cube timer. CUBE SOLVER PRO Upgrade to Cube Solver Pro for unlimited solves. Available plans, pricing, and purchase options are shown in the app. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. TRADEMARK NOTICE RUBIK’S is a trademark of Spin Master Toys UK Limited. Cube Solver is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Spin Master Toys UK Limited. Terms of Use: https://www.cube-solver.app/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.cube-solver.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Cube AR4 screens
Cube Solver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cube Solver at 4.6 against Cube AR's 2.1. Cube Solver also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 23%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. Cube AR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cube Solver sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Solver holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 5.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Cube AR's written reviews are positive against 54% of Cube Solver's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube AR ships an update every 6 months, Cube Solver weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cube AR versus Cube Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube ARCube Solver
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (3K ratings)4.6 (5.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.2% of reviews53.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3K5.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPin-Chou LiuPatrick Battisti Forsthofer

Customer experience

Cube AR

All ratings2,981 ratings
Positive24.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative71.9%
Written reviews849 reviews
Positive23.2%
Neutral4.1%
Negative72.7%

Cube Solver

All ratings5,693 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews295 reviews
Positive53.9%
Neutral9.2%
Negative36.9%

User reviews

Cube AR

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Solved cube in 7 minutes
  • 👍 Worked perfectly
  • 🚀 Amazing app
  • 👍 Figured out how to solve
  • 👍 Helped solve cube

Room to improve

  • 💰 Have to pay for final layer
  • 🐛 Scanning issues
  • 🐛 Doesn't work with all cubes
  • 🐛 Laggy and glitchy
  • 💰 Expensive for a cube solver

Cube Solver

From 5.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Efficient solution
  • 👍 Helpful for solving cubes
  • 💡 Identifies twisted corners

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited free usage
  • 🐛 Camera issues
  • 🐛 Inaccurate scanning

Bugs and requests

Cube AR

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inconsistent scanning
  • Fails to detect cube
  • Doesn't work in certain lighting
  • Freezes during use

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for 2x2, 4x4, 5x5 cubes
  • Teach algorithms and solving logic
  • Make final layer free

Cube Solver

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Cube not solved after following instructions
  • App scrambles cube further instead of solving

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free solves per day
  • Support for irregular cube shapes
  • Improved camera functionality

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Cube AR

One-time1
  • Final Layer Solution$0.99
11 purchases

Cube Solver

Subscriptions9
  • Pay-As-You-Go$2.991 Month
  • Pay-As-You-Go$3.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$8.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual$11.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual1 Year trial$17.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$5.99
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Cube AR free?
Cube AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cube Solver free?
Cube Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cube AR or Cube Solver?
Cube Solver is rated higher. Cube AR averages 2.1 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Cube Solver averages 4.6 from 5.7K ratings.
Do Cube AR or Cube Solver have ads?
Neither Cube AR nor Cube Solver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube AR or Cube Solver?
Cube AR ships an update every 6 months, and Cube Solver weekly. Most recently, Cube AR was updated on October 9, 2026 and Cube Solver on October 12, 2026.

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