# Cube 2048 vs Cube Master

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cube 2048 at 100% against Cube Master's 49%. Cube 2048 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and ads (none vs shown). Cube Master's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (434 vs 8). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cube 2048 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Cube Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cube 2048 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Master has 434 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Cube 2048's written reviews are positive against 49% of Cube Master's.

Cube 2048 ships an update every 2 months, Cube Master every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cube 2048 | Cube Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-2048/id1454706466/reviews)** | [4.4 (434 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-master-cube-puzzle-3d/id6447536204/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **434** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 48.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michiel Mol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1080344887) | [Vu Duong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649266013) |

## What reviewers say

### Cube 2048

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-2048/id1454706466)

A 3D puzzle game where you combine numbers by rotating a cube to reach 2048 and beyond. It offers multiple color levels and timed challenges, requiring logic and spatial awareness to achieve high scores and unlock achievements.

**Highlights:** 3D cube rotation gameplay, Number combination mechanics, Multiple color matching levels, Timed score challenges, Bonus for top side and sequences, Logic and spatial awareness puzzles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all Game Modes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### 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 Cube 2048 free?

Cube 2048 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cube Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cube 2048 or Cube Master?

Cube 2048 is rated higher. Cube 2048 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Cube Master averages 4.4 from 434 ratings.

### Do Cube 2048 or Cube Master have ads?

Cube Master shows ads; Cube 2048 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cube 2048 or Cube Master?

Cube 2048 ships an update every 2 months, and Cube Master every 5 days. Most recently, Cube 2048 was updated on October 10, 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.*