WatchThisCube vs 3x3 CubeSpeed
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WatchThisCube
This app provides a convenient puzzle timer directly on your wrist. It features customizable sounds and haptic feedback for crucial countdowns, allowing for hands-free operation. Times are automatically saved for easy tracking of your performance.
- On-wrist puzzle timer
- Sound and haptic feedback
- Inspection time alerts
- Automatic time saving
- Stackmat timer functionality
- Detachable watch use
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WatchThisCube is a Puzzle Timer for your wrist! Perfect for on the go, without having to carry a timer with you, or when you're in a pinch and need a quick solve or two! A key feature also includes SOUNDS & HAPTICS for your inspection time! Allowing you to FEEL a tap when you have 7 seconds left, 3 seconds left, and when the timer begins! All without having to take your eyes off the puzzle! With functionality similar to a traditional stackmat timer, you should be able to take right off with familiar gestures for control! You can even take the watch off of your wrist and set it down on the table, for familiarity! Tracking times is simple! Stop the timer, and they are saved! That way you know exactly how you did! WatchThisCube is the best way to quickly and easily make sure you always have your puzzle timer on hand! Literally!
3x3 CubeSpeed
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The only cubing utility you need for anything related to cubing! We currently include support for 3x3, 2x2, and 4x4, with more coming in the future. We provide detailed statistics on your solves, and also allow you to create different sessions to separate your solves. Enjoy!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 3x3 CubeSpeed at none against WatchThisCube's 3. WatchThisCube's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. WatchThisCube sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 3x3 CubeSpeed asks for nothing beyond the download.
WatchThisCube ships an update monthly, 3x3 CubeSpeed every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WatchThisCube | 3x3 CubeSpeed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (12 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aaron Brannan | Jay Thacker |
In-app purchases
WatchThisCube
- $0.99 Tip$0.99
- $2.99 Tip$2.99
- $4.99 Tip$4.99
3x3 CubeSpeed
No in-app purchases
Questions
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