Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi vs CubeNook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi
Learn to solve the 3D puzzle cube with guided, step-by-step instructions. This application breaks down the complex process into manageable stages, making it accessible for beginners. Master the cube at your own pace.
- Step-by-step solving guide
- 3D puzzle cube training
- Beginner-friendly instructions
- Progressive learning stages
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This app will walk you step by step through solving the 3D puzzle cube.
CubeNook
Master the CFOP speedcubing method with a comprehensive algorithm trainer. Features 3D animation playback, a virtual cube for practice, and progress tracking for F2L, OLL, and PLL cases. Learn and master algorithms at your own pace, with multiple language support and offline functionality.
- 259 CFOP algorithms for F2L, OLL, PLL
- 3D cube animation with adjustable speed
- Virtual cube for in-app practice
- Algorithm progress tracking
- Multi-language support
- Offline functionality
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CubeNook — Your ultimate CFOP speedcubing companion. Browse 259 algorithms across 119 cases (F2L, OLL, PLL) with step-by-step 3D animation playback. Choose your preferred algorithm for each case, track your progress, and master the CFOP method at your own pace. Key Features: • 259 curated algorithms for all 41 F2L, 57 OLL, and 21 PLL cases • 3D cube animation: watch each algorithm play out move by move, with adjustable speed (0.5x / 1x / 2x) and reverse playback • Virtual Cube: practice directly in the app with undo/redo and scramble generator • Choose your primary algorithm from multiple options per case • Favorites & Done tracking: mark algorithms you're learning and ones you've mastered • Progress rings on home screen show your F2L / OLL / PLL completion at a glance • List, grid, and compact grid view modes • Filter by OLL/PLL group for focused study • 7 languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, French • 100% free, no subscription, works completely offline About the CFOP Method: CFOP is the most popular speedcubing method, used by world-class solvers. It consists of four steps: • Cross — Solve the bottom cross • F2L (First Two Layers) — Complete the first two layers (41 cases) • OLL (Orientation of the Last Layer) — Orient all top-layer pieces (57 cases) • PLL (Permutation of the Last Layer) — Permute the top layer to finish (21 cases) Start your speedcubing journey with CubeNook today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: CubeNook at 89% against Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi's 33%. CubeNook also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CubeNook asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi ships an update every 3 weeks, CubeNook every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi | CubeNook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (22 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 22 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yariv Gdidi | Seiichirou Tanaka |
Customer experience
Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi
CubeNook
In-app purchases
Cubesolver by Yariv Gdidi
- Remove Ads$2.99
CubeNook
No in-app purchases
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