Comparison

Cube Algorithms X vs MoleCube 3D

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

Head to head
About

Cube Algorithms X

This app provides a comprehensive collection of algorithms for various magic cube puzzles. It features realistic 3D graphics, custom session creation, and support for iCloud synchronization. Learn and master complex cube solving techniques with detailed tutorials.

Highlights
  • Supports 2x2x2 to 4x4x4 cubes
  • Includes F2L, OLL, PLL, and more
  • Realistic 3D graphics and animation
  • Create custom algorithm sessions
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Customizable puzzle and fingertrick colors
Features
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Algorithms X is a powerful Magic Cube Algorithms tool for cubers and users who want to learn Magic Cube Features - Support iCloud, Sync your custom algorithm session - Support 2x2x2, 3x3x3, 4x4x4, Pyraminx, Megaminx, Square1, Skewb - Realistic 3D graphics and animation - You can create your own sessions(all puzzle) - Contains every F2L, OLL and PLL - Contains every 4LLL - Contains every Ortege - Contains every CLL EG1 EG2 - Contains every COLL, WV, SV, ZBLL, CMLL - Contains Pyraminx Intermediate and L4E - Contains Square1 Intermediate and Advanced - Contains Skewb Algorithms and Megaminx Algorithms - Customize all color of puzzle - Customize fingertrick colors Privacy Policy: https://res.kdcubeapp.com/algorithmsx_privacy.html Support: andzhaov@gmail.com

About

MoleCube 3D

This app combines the logic of Sudoku with the spatial challenge of a Rubik's Cube. Arrange colored spheres on each side of a 3D cube so that each side displays all nine colors. Offers realistic graphics and intuitive swipe controls for an engaging puzzle experience.

Highlights
  • 3D realistic graphics
  • Intuitive swipe controls
  • Undo last action
  • Tilt to change perspective
  • Two 3D styles (spherical/square)
  • Zoom and brightness adjustment
  • Two cube sizes (3x3x3, 2x2x2)
Features
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# What is MoleCube? "MoleCube = Sudoku puzzle + Rubik's Cube", roughly. MoleCube (also called Nine-Color Cube, Ball Sudoku Cube), combines the logic of "Sudoku + Rubik’s cube". Each of the cube’s six sides is comprised of a 3x3 grid of colored spheres. To solve the Molecube, arrange the spheres so that each side contains all nine colors. # How to Play This app presents the cube in 3D with a smooth sliding operation, and you can change the perspective by tilting the phone, just like playing a real Rubik's cube. Swipe across the cube to rotate one layer, and swipe across the blank area to rotate the whole cube. To start playing the game, click the scramble button and the stopwatch will start. # The Goal of Game Molecube is composed of 9 different colors of spheres distributed over 6 sides of a cube. Instead of arranging the colors by side like in a Rubik’s Cube, your goal is to have one piece of every color represented on each side. It’s a problem that’s easier to describe than to solve. This hybrid puzzle blends the spatial challenge of a Rubik’s Cube with the logical test of a Sudoku puzzle. In the same way that a Sudoku puzzle requires you to place nine unique single-digit numbers on each line of a grid, Molecube requires you to line up one of each color on each side of a cube. # FEATURES - 3D realistic graphics makes you feel playing with real cube. - Swipe the cube with your finger to rotate the layer of cube. Swipe through the blank area to rotate the cube. - You can also tap the Undo button to undo the last action. - Tilt the phone horizontally or vertically to change the viewing angle of the Rubik's Cube. - Two 3D styles: spherical or square (you can change the style at any time during the game). - Zoom in/out the scene; change the scene brightness. - Two visual effect qualities can be selected: * high VFX for realistic 3D graphics while low VFX for power-savings. - Keyboard is provided as well. - Two sizes of molecube: 3x3x3 and 2x2x2 2x2x2 molecube is much easier for beginners. # MoleCube v.s. Rubik's Cube - What is the difference between a Molecube and a Rubik's Cube? Their goal configurations are different: the Molecube wants one ball of each color on each face, while the Rubik's cube wants each face to be all the same color. There are nine colors on the Molecube, but only six on the Rubik's cube. The Sudoku Cube is similar to the MoleCube in that the objective of the Sudoku Cube is to arrange it such that each face contains each number (1 to 9) exactly once. - Is MoleCube harder than a Rubik’s cube? Molecube isn’t meant to be harder or easier, just a different type of challenge. That being said, it does have significantly fewer possible permutations than a 3x3 Rubik’s Cube. It also has 80 possible solutions instead of the traditional 1. Suggestions or questions? Feel free to email: zhaoxiaojian@hotmail.com

Screenshots

Cube Algorithms X4 screens
MoleCube 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MoleCube 3D at Free against Cube Algorithms X's $5.99. MoleCube 3D also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). Cube Algorithms X's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (32 vs 3). On ads, 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

MoleCube 3D is free to download; Cube Algorithms X costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Algorithms X holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Algorithms X has 32 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Algorithms X ships an update every 3 months, MoleCube 3D every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Cube Algorithms X versus MoleCube 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Algorithms XMoleCube 3D
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (32 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB13 MB
Age rating4++4
Developer巍 赵小健 赵

Customer experience

Cube Algorithms X

All ratings32 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MoleCube 3D

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Cube Algorithms X

No in-app purchases

None

MoleCube 3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Algorithms X free?
Cube Algorithms X costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MoleCube 3D free?
MoleCube 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cube Algorithms X or MoleCube 3D?
Cube Algorithms X is rated higher. Cube Algorithms X averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while MoleCube 3D averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Cube Algorithms X or MoleCube 3D have ads?
Neither Cube Algorithms X nor MoleCube 3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Algorithms X or MoleCube 3D?
Cube Algorithms X ships an update every 3 months, and MoleCube 3D every 5 days. Most recently, Cube Algorithms X was updated on September 7, 2026 and MoleCube 3D on September 6, 2026.

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