Comparison

Byte Cube vs 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Byte Cube

Track your cube-solving times, analyze your progress with detailed statistics, and learn new algorithms. This app offers realistic 3D graphics and customization options to enhance your puzzle-solving experience.

Highlights
  • Cube timer with best time, Ao 5, Ao 12
  • Random scrambles
  • Solves history and graph
  • Download/upload algorithms
  • Realistic 3D graphics
  • Customizable puzzle colors
  • Cloud sync for solves
Features
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- Cube Timer - Best time, Ao 5, Ao 12 - Random scrambles - Solves history and graph - Download / Upload cube algorithms - Realistic 3D graphics and animation - Customize the color of the puzzles - Sync solves - WCA Verification An app that helps you learn the puzzles everywhere you go! If you upgrade to become a Byte Cube Premium, you'll get unlimited access to everything Byte Cube has to offer: - Store data in the cloud and synchronize in real time(solves, sessions, tags, color template etc) - 3d puzzle model - Add more algorithm colors - Unlock hint(Cross, EOLine, First Block) - Remove Ads - and more All for $0.99/month or $5.99/year Your Byte Cube Premium will automatically renew each month, and you will be charged $2.99 through your iTunes account within 24-hours prior to the end of the current monthly cycle. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings up until 24-hours before the end of the current period, but refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Please visit our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information: Privacy Policy: https://bytecubeapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://bytecubeapp.com/terms.html

About

21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver

This app helps you solve your Rubik's Cube with visual, step-by-step instructions. It offers a quick solver, a cube scanner to analyze your current puzzle state, and even identifies missing or misplaced pieces. Become a puzzle-solving pro and improve your concentration and speed.

Highlights
  • 3D cube scanning
  • Visual step-by-step instructions
  • Quick cube solving
  • Cube fixer for missing/misplaced pieces
  • Puzzle skill building
  • Manual input for custom combinations
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Stuck on how to solve your Rubik's Cube? 21Moves has your back. Solve your magic cube in under 3-minutes with visual step-by-step instructions to help you become a puzzle solving pro. 21Moves provides you with a visual guide on how to solve your cube in under, you guessed it, 21 moves! Dive into the easiest, most efficient way to solve one of the most popular puzzles enjoyed by millions. Join over 3 million cubers who have used 21Moves to develop top problem-solving and pattern recognition skills. Save hours of frustration with simple instructions guiding you to solve your cube in a matter of minutes. Improve your concentration and speed over time to show off your Rubik’s cube solving skills to the world. Getting started with 21Moves is simple. Simply scan a 3D model of your cube and get step-by-step directions on how to solve it. You get a personalized guide for solving your magic cube no matter its current state. 21Moves also recommends fixes for your cube if a piece is missing or placed incorrectly. Download the ultimate Rubik’s cube solver and get easy to follow visual instructions that are sure to turn you into a magic cube master. 21MOVES FEATURES CUBE SCANNER - Getting started on your magic cube solution is easy with in-app scanning tools - Simply perform a 3D scan of your current cube using your camera and get started - 21Moves provides simple and clear instructions on how to approach your cube - You can also manually input your existing cube on 21Moves blank template for custom combinations QUICK CUBE SOLVER - 21Moves provides you with detailed instructions to solve your cube in just a few minutes - Test your problem solving skills as you reorganize your magic cube in under 21 moves - Easily reset a cube to solve it again - Avoid the hours of frustration that come with manually learning to solve a cube thanks to 21Moves CUBE FIXER - Solve puzzles and maintain your cube by identifying missing pieces or misplaced blocks - Fix your cube in minutes and get back to solving PUZZLE SKILL BUILDING - Become a problem-solving pro as you learn the ins and outs of solving different Rubik’s cube formats - Identify patterns after resolving puzzles to make it easier to tackle the next one - Memorize solutions and increase your speed as you progress through different combinations See what users are saying: • "My cube was pretty messed up yet this app managed to solve it in just 20 moves”. • "OMG It actually works! I thought it would be a gimmick… I’m SHOCKED! Thank you so much!” • "My cube was pretty messed up yet this app managed to solve it in just 20 moves”. • "It fixes ur Rubik’s cube in less than two minutes”. • "[...] I’ve tried this app and guess what happened it worked I always doubted on all these other fake rubiks apps solvers but this specific app is the best one”. • "[...] Simple, elegant, and user friendly for quite literally any age. Plus it makes you feel like a genius!” ------------ Questions or feedback? We read every single email and review. Get five-star customer service directly from the developer at nico@opitas.io or at https://bit.ly/3hoFQkN. Disclaimer: All company names (Rubik’s Brand Ltd) are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Byte Cube4 screens
21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver at none against Byte Cube's shown. 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver also leads on ratings volume (59K vs 61). Byte Cube's advantage is review sentiment (79% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Byte Cube sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Byte Cube against 4.7 for 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver has 59K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Byte Cube's written reviews are positive against 70% of 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Byte Cube versus 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterByte Cube21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (61 ratings)4.7 (59K ratings)
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews — better69.6% of reviews
Number of ratings6159K — better
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB157 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer巍 赵Opitas Inc.

Customer experience

Byte Cube

All ratings61 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral10.5%
Negative10.5%

21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver

All ratings59,123 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews661 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative25.6%

Bugs and requests

Byte Cube

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scanning issues due to lighting conditions
  • App crashing or freezing after first use
  • Inaccurate cube representation on screen

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for different cube sizes (2x2, 4x4, etc.)
  • Option to skip tutorial
  • Ability to solve cube without payment

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Byte Cube

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • 6 Months Premium$3.996 Months
Show 3 more
  • Premium Yearly$5.991 Year
  • Premium 6 Months$6.996 Months
  • Premium 12 Months$7.991 Year
10 purchases

21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver

Subscriptions8
  • Unlimited Access$1.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access2 variants$4.991 Year
Show 5 more
  • Unlimited Access$7.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access$14.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited Access$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlimited Access$29.99
  • Unlimited Access$74.99

Questions

Is Byte Cube free?
Byte Cube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver free?
21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Byte Cube or 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver?
Byte Cube and 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 61 and 59K ratings respectively.
Do Byte Cube or 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver have ads?
Byte Cube shows ads; 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver does not.
Which is updated more often, Byte Cube or 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver?
Byte Cube ships an update weekly, and 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver weekly. Most recently, Byte Cube was updated on September 21, 2026 and 21Moves | Cube Puzzle Solver on September 24, 2026.

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