# GoCube™ vs Cube Master

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GoCube™ at none against Cube Master's 2. GoCube™ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (79% vs 49%). Cube Master's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cube Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. GoCube™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

GoCube™ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GoCube™ has 2.4K ratings behind it against 434, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of GoCube™'s written reviews are positive against 49% of Cube Master's.

GoCube™ ships an update every 2 months, Cube Master every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoCube™ | Cube Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gocube/id1451476777/reviews)** | [4.4 (434 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-master-cube-puzzle-3d/id6447536204/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 434 |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 48.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 393 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Particula Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1193024304) | [Vu Duong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649266013) |

## What reviewers say

### GoCube™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gocube/id1451476777)

This app reimagines the classic cube puzzle with smart technology for an interactive experience. It offers guided tutorials for beginners, advanced analytics for improving players, and competitive online leagues. Enjoy casual games using the cube as a controller, making it fun for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Interactive tutorials for beginners, Advanced statistics and analytics, Online cubing league and competitions, Casual puzzle games using cube as controller, Real-time feedback and guidance, Multiplayer matches and leaderboards

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate tracking of cube movements
- 💡 Fun games and challenges
- 🚀 Smooth cube turning
- 👍 Great for beginners and pros

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cube orientation issues and sync problems
- 🐛 Inaccurate solve detection
- 🐛 Buggy app behavior and crashes
- 🔋 Battery drain on cube
- 👎 Limited features beyond beginner solving

**Reported bugs**

- Cube not recognized as solved when it is
- App gets out of sync with actual cube state
- Tutorials and videos have sync issues
- Sudden app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add support for advanced solving methods (CFOP, Roux)
- Improve stats tracking and history
- Allow customization of starting color
- Implement offline mode and save solve data
- Add more games and competitive modes


### Cube Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-master-cube-puzzle-3d/id6447536204)

Explore a vast collection of 3D Rubik's Cube simulators, from classic sizes to unique puzzle variations. Train your brain with intuitive controls and a free camera view. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and those curious about cube challenges.

**Highlights:** 3D puzzle simulators, Variety of Rubik's Cube types, Smooth and easy controls, Free camera rotation, Zoom functionality, Automated solving timer, Leaderboard

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Wide variety of twisty puzzles
- 👍 Good for Rubik's cube enthusiasts
- 👍 App is fun and engaging
- 👍 Offers unique cube types (mirror/bump)
- 👍 Good history/info on cubes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Too many ads
- 👎 Camera is very slow
- 👎 No solver functionality
- 👎 Cube can be hard to turn/spin
- 👎 Membership for a cube game is disliked

**Reported bugs**

- Clock buttons not pressable
- Square-1 not registering as solved
- Ads reset solve progress
- Ads remain in paid version

**Requested features**

- Add more twisty puzzles (barrels, windmill, Polaris, ivy, etc.)
- Allow users to create their own twisty puzzles
- Make it a twisty puzzle simulator like on computer
- Add AI solving or instructions to teach solving
- Add V-Cube 33x33, 50x50, 100x100


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoCube™ free?

GoCube™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cube Master free?

Cube Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GoCube™ or Cube Master?

GoCube™ is rated higher. GoCube™ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Cube Master averages 4.4 from 434 ratings.

### Do GoCube™ or Cube Master have ads?

Cube Master shows ads; GoCube™ does not.

### Which is updated more often, GoCube™ or Cube Master?

GoCube™ ships an update every 2 months, and Cube Master every 5 days. Most recently, GoCube™ was updated on October 18, 2026 and Cube Master on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*