Comparison

CubeNook vs Cube Times Pro

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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!

About

Cube Times Pro

Features
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!!NEW RELEASE!! Cube Times Pro! Cube Times Pro is the perfect companion for any speed cuber and Rubik's Cube enthusiasts looking to take their solves to the next level. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner at solving cube puzzles or if you are well versed solver looking to improve your solve times, this app is designed to take your solving abilities up a notch. Features: ~Timer guarantees that every millisecond is counted, allowing you to track your progress with precision accuracy. ~Statistics help you gain valuable insights into your solving performance. Track your average solve times (overall, Ao5, Ao25, Ao50), and best times. ~History to keep a record of your solve times ~Minimal user interface is easy to use, and allows you to focus on your solves without any distractions. Are you ready to break records? Improve your solving times like never before. Cube Times Pro is the must-have app for any Rubik's Cube enthusiast, providing you with the tools you need to unlock your full solving potential. Download Cube Times Pro now and start your incredible journey to become a speed cubing champion! ==================== Bug Fixes & Suggestions: Please email at: contact@sinnigmedia.com ==================== A subscription is required to get access to puzzle solve times. The subscription automatically renews with the price and duration given above unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Removing the app doesn’t automatically cancel the subscription. Privacy Policy: http://sinnigmedia.com/privacy.php Terms of Service: http://sinnigmedia.com/cubeToS.php Terms of Use (EULA): http://sinnigmedia.com/cubeeula.php

Screenshots

CubeNook4 screens
Cube Times Pro2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CubeNook at none against Cube Times Pro's 2. CubeNook also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Cube Times Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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 Times Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. CubeNook asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CubeNook versus Cube Times Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubeNookCube Times Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiichirou TanakaSinnig Media, LLC

In-app purchases

None

CubeNook

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Cube Times Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Cube Pro Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Cube Pro Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is CubeNook free?
CubeNook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube Times Pro free?
Cube Times Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CubeNook or Cube Times Pro have ads?
CubeNook shows ads; Cube Times Pro does not.

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