SameCube vs JLB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SameCube
Perform a magic trick where a photo of a mixed Rubik's cube in your gallery matches an online cube mixed by a spectator. Amaze anyone with this easy-to-use tool, perfect for beginners and experts alike. No prior knowledge of Rubik's cubes is needed.
- Rubik's cube magic trick
- Photo gallery integration
- Spectator-controlled online cube
- Easy for beginners
- No Rubik's cube knowledge required
- Immediate reset
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SameCube is an incredible magic trick always handy! Perfect for both beginners and experts, very easy to use, you'll be able to amaze anybody. What is the effect: A photo of a mixed Rubik's cube in your Photo Gallery is exactly the same of an online Rubik's cube mixed by spectator, with his smartphone! Obviously you don't have any other Rubik's cube photo, and you can show to be in your Photo Gallery. So, you can always have a real magic miracle with you! Important points: - When you open the photo, you no longer have to touch the smartphone - Nobody think you're using a magic App - No knowledge of the Rubik's cube is required - Very simple to perform - Can be used anywhere - Immediate reset
JLB
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JLB APP – Connect Instantly, Share Magically Created by JeanLuc Bertrand The JLB App is the perfect fusion of technology and magic. Turn any encounter into a powerful moment of connection — and an unforgettable first impression. Features: Connect Instantly : Using the JLB App with an NFC tag, you can instantly share your personal details directly to your spectator’s phone. Wave and Share : Simply wave your deck over any device to transfer your contact details contactlessly. Easily share your contact details – Never print a business card again. Professional & magical : A sleek way to network while adding a touch of astonishment. MAGIC EFFECT Cell Peek : Magicians can secretly obtain any spectator’s phone number for incredible mentalism effects. With JLB App, every introduction becomes memorable. Practical. Magical. Unforgettable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: JLB at Free against SameCube's $6.99. JLB also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 14 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). SameCube's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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
JLB is free to download; SameCube costs $6.99 up front. JLB sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SameCube asks for nothing beyond the download.
SameCube ships an update every 14 months, JLB every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SameCube | JLB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Manuel Paparella | JeanLuc Bertrand |
In-app purchases
SameCube
No in-app purchases
JLB
- ACAAC$99.99
