Comparison

Mio, The Robot 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

Mio, The Robot

This app introduces robotics and programming through interactive play. Control a robot in real-time or create command sequences to develop logical and problem-solving skills. Designed for children aged 8 and up, it offers an intuitive and engaging way to learn coding concepts.

Highlights
  • Real-time robot control
  • Sequential command programming
  • Conditional logic implementation
  • Develop logical abilities
  • Enhance problem-solving skills
  • User-friendly graphics
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Mio, the Robot is the perfect tool to introduce you to the world of robotics and programming in an easy and fun way. Thanks to the microphone, infrared sensors and lots of challenging play activities, this robot will turn into your inseparable friend. The app will allow you to play with the robot in two different ways: - REAL TIME In this section, you can command the robot in real time as if you were using a remote control. Mio, the Robot will faithfully execute all your commands (movements, sounds, light effects). - CODING In this area, you can arrange commands in sequence, creating actual programming strings and even add conditions. This will help you to train your logical abilities and problem-solving skills. The app’s graphics are designed for being user friendly and for being used without any difficulty and intuitively by children older than 8 years. The app communicates with the robot thanks to high-frequency sounds which are associated with commands. Being scarcely audible, the communication will appear to be magical! Thanks to the microphone, the robot can hear these types of sounds, decode them without any difficulty, and then execute the corresponding commands.

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

Mio, The Robot4 screens
Cube Solver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cube Solver at 4.6 against Mio, The Robot's 2.2. Cube Solver also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (54% vs 26%). Mio, The Robot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support 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 Solver sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Mio, The Robot asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Solver holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Solver has 5.8K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Mio, The Robot's written reviews are positive against 54% of Cube Solver's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mio, The Robot ships an update every 3 months, Cube Solver every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Mio, The Robot versus Cube Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMio, The RobotCube Solver
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (18 ratings)4.6 (5.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews26.3% of reviews53.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings185.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size272 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClementoni S.p.A.Patrick Battisti Forsthofer

Customer experience

Mio, The Robot

All ratings18 ratings
Positive27.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews118 reviews
Positive26.3%
Neutral11.9%
Negative61.9%

Cube Solver

All ratings5,751 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews295 reviews
Positive53.9%
Neutral9.2%
Negative36.9%

User reviews

Mio, The Robot

From 18 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to connect robot to app
  • 🤖 Robot is fun to build and program
  • 🎨 Good app interface design

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App doesn't work or connect to robot
  • ⏱️ Slow robot response time and delayed controls
  • 🔧 Unclear instructions and lack of troubleshooting
  • 🤖 Limited programming capabilities in app

Cube Solver

From 5.8K 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

Mio, The Robot

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't connect to robot via Bluetooth
  • Robot doesn't respond to app commands
  • Clap mode and other features not functioning

Requested features

3 requests
  • Increase number of programmable commands
  • Add more detailed instructions and troubleshooting guide
  • Improve real-time control responsiveness

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

None

Mio, The Robot

No in-app purchases

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 Mio, The Robot free?
Mio, The Robot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube Solver free?
Cube Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mio, The Robot or Cube Solver?
Cube Solver is rated higher. Mio, The Robot averages 2.2 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Cube Solver averages 4.6 from 5.8K ratings.
Do Mio, The Robot or Cube Solver have ads?
Neither Mio, The Robot nor Cube Solver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mio, The Robot or Cube Solver?
Mio, The Robot ships an update every 3 months, and Cube Solver every 8 days. Most recently, Mio, The Robot was updated on October 15, 2026 and Cube Solver on October 17, 2026.

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