Comparison

Cube202005 vs Magic Cube Variants

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

Head to head
About

Cube202005

This is a 3D puzzle game where players solve cubes of various sizes, from 2x2x2 to 6x6x6, and even custom dimensions. It features controls for rotating layers, breaking the cube to start the timer, and locking the viewpoint. The goal is to align all six sides to stop the clock.

Highlights
  • Adjustable cube sizes (2x2x2 to 6x6x6)
  • Custom dimension options
  • Layer rotation
  • Whole cube rotation
  • Break cube to start timer
  • Lock/unlock viewpoint
  • Zoom and rotate with pinch gesture
Features
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Welcome to 3D Cube Puzzle! Tap the button in the top-left corner to choose a cube. Tap the lock button in the bottom-left corner to turn free rotation on or off. Tap the button in the bottom-right corner to switch between rotating the entire cube and rotating its layers. Tap the button in the top-right corner to scramble the cube. Have fun and see how fast you can solve it!

About

Magic Cube Variants

Explore a vast collection of 72 unique magic cube puzzles, from classic shapes to complex variants. Improve your solving speed and learn new techniques with interactive tutorials. Track your progress and aim to beat your personal bests.

Highlights
  • 72 unique magic cube puzzles
  • Megaminx, Pyraminx, Square 1, and more
  • Speed solving practice
  • Personal record tracking
  • Step-by-step tutorials
  • Cuboid and conjoined cube variants
Features
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Dive into the ultimate collection of twisty puzzles! Whether you are a beginner learning the algorithms or a speed cuber looking to break personal records, this app has a challenge for you. All 72 puzzles are free to play, with nothing to unlock. Practice solving, learn through tutorials, or scan your real puzzle and let the app work out the solution. Experience 72 unique 3D magic cubes, including: * Classic cubes from 2x2 up to a massive 7x7 * Megaminx, Pyraminx, and Square-1 * Complex cuboids, skewbs, and conjoined cubes Four modes: * Play Mode: Test your speed solving skills against the timer and climb the Global Leaderboard. * Puzzle Mode: Start with easy 2-move scrambles and progress to mind-bending complexities as you solve. * Learn Mode: Master new twisty puzzles with step-by-step visual tutorials and solving techniques. The basics are free; some advanced tutorials are available as optional in-app purchases. * Scan Mode: Point your camera at your physical puzzle. The app recognizes the stickers and shows you how to solve it move by move, with animated arrows on the cube. Everything is processed on your device, so no photos are uploaded. Works offline: play, learn and scan without an internet connection. Only the Global Leaderboard needs you to be online. Train your brain, improve your logic, and become a magic cube master!

Screenshots

Cube2020054 screens
Magic Cube Variants4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cube202005 at none against Magic Cube Variants's 6. Cube202005 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (3.7 vs 3.3). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Magic Cube Variants sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Cube202005 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube202005 holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube202005 ships an update every 2 weeks, Magic Cube Variants weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cube202005 versus Magic Cube Variants: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube202005Magic Cube Variants
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (6 ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB195 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAtsushi ImazuTobias Glimmerfors

Customer experience

Cube202005

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Magic Cube Variants

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Cube202005

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Magic Cube Variants

One-time6
  • 3x3x3 Tutorial$0.99
  • Remove ads$0.99
  • Support the developer$0.99
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  • Megaminx Tutorial$0.99
  • Support the developer$4.99
  • Support the developer$9.99

Questions

Is Cube202005 free?
Cube202005 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magic Cube Variants free?
Magic Cube Variants is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cube202005 or Magic Cube Variants?
Cube202005 is rated higher. Cube202005 averages 3.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Magic Cube Variants averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Cube202005 or Magic Cube Variants have ads?
Magic Cube Variants shows ads; Cube202005 does not.
Which is updated more often, Cube202005 or Magic Cube Variants?
Cube202005 ships an update every 2 weeks, and Magic Cube Variants weekly. Most recently, Cube202005 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Magic Cube Variants on October 30, 2026.

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