Comparison

CubeNook vs Cube Pie

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 Pie

Features
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CubePie — Your Professional Rubik's Cube Assistant Want to master the Rubik's Cube? CubePie provides the most intuitive and professional solution! 【Key Features】 Smart Solver • Multiple algorithms: CFOP Speed, Kociemba Optimal, Roux Method • One-tap solution with clear step-by-step display • 3D animation demonstration for easy learning 3D Visualization • Realistic 3D cube rendering with 360° free rotation • Smooth drag controls for authentic handling feel • Beautiful starfield background for immersive experience Manual Coloring • Quickly input your cube's current state • Intuitive color selection interface • Real-time color count to prevent input errors Professional Timer • Precise timing functionality • Track every improvement • Perfect for speedcubing practice 【Perfect For】 • Beginners: Learn solving methods step by step • Intermediate: Practice CFOP and advanced algorithms • Speedcubers: Professional timing training Download CubePie now and start your cubing journey!

Screenshots

CubeNook4 screens
Cube Pie4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cube Pie at none against CubeNook's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CubeNook versus Cube Pie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubeNookCube Pie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiichirou Tanaka搏 张

In-app purchases

None

CubeNook

No in-app purchases

None

Cube Pie

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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