Comparison

CubeTime vs Cube Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

CubeTime

This advanced speedcubing utility app offers an official WCA scrambler for legal solves, including complex 4x4 and blind scrambles. It features refined session support with multiphase and competition simulation modes, alongside detailed performance graphs and integrated tools like an average calculator.

Highlights
  • Official WCA scrambler
  • Random state 4x4 scrambles
  • Blind scramble rotations
  • Multiphase timing
  • Competition simulation
  • Detailed performance graphs
  • Average calculator
Features
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The most advanced speedcubing utility app ever created, all packaged within an incredibly minimal and modern interface. CubeTime is currently the only iOS app that uses the official WCA scrambler. No more illegal or invalid scrambles! This includes WCA-complient random state 4x4 scrambles and rotations for blind scrambles. Not only do we have well-refined session support, we also have different session types, suiting all your solving needs. Special sessions include multiphase – where you can time phases during solves, and comp sim – where you can simulate competitions at home. Aside from showing you basic statistics, we provide detailed (and of course - beautiful) graphs and visuals, to allow you to gain a better understanding of your solving performance. We also provide you tools, all within one app – so don't need to clutter your phone with many single-featured apps! Tools include an average calculator, a batch scramble generator and more.

About

Cube Keyboard

Effortlessly type cube notation, algorithms, and move sequences with a specialized keyboard. Designed for speedcubers, it provides quick access to all necessary symbols for discussing strategies, sharing solves, or writing tutorials.

Highlights
  • Quick access to face moves
  • Modifiers for turns
  • Rotation moves
  • Dedicated space, return, and delete keys
  • Number input for Square-1
  • Plus/minus for Megaminx
Features
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Cube Keyboard – The Ultimate Typing Tool for Speedcubers Tired of struggling to type cube notation quickly? Cube Keyboard makes it effortless to input cube algorithms, notation, and move sequences anywhere—whether you're discussing strategies, sharing solves, or writing tutorials. With a thoughtfully designed layout, Cube Keyboard gives you quick access to essential cube notation, including: Face moves (U, D, F, B, R, L, and lowercase u, d, f, b, r, l) Modifiers for turns (' , 2, w, /, ( ) ) Rotation moves (x, y, z, M, E, S) Quick access to space, return, and delete keys Numbers 1-6 for Square-1 and +/- for Megaminx Designed for speedcubers, puzzle enthusiasts, and educators, this keyboard makes inputting cube notation faster and more efficient. No more searching for notation symbols—just type and go! -Shawn from SpeedCubeReview.com Privacy Policy 1. Information We Collect No Personal Data Collected Cube Keyboard does not collect, store, or share any personal information. The app functions entirely on your device and does not transmit any data to external servers. No Keyboard Input Logging Cube Keyboard does not record, store, or track what you type. All keystrokes remain private and are only sent to the active text field within your selected app. 2. Permissions & Full Access Why Does Cube Keyboard Request "Full Access"? Some apps require "Allow Full Access" for third-party keyboards to function properly. If you enable this setting, Cube Keyboard can be used across more apps. However, even with Full Access: We do not collect or transmit keystrokes We do not access any personal data No internet connection is used for keyboard operations Enabling Full Access is optional, and Cube Keyboard will still function in many apps without it. 3. Data Sharing & Third Parties Cube Keyboard: Does not share data with third parties Does not use analytics or tracking services Does not display ads or collect advertising data Your privacy is 100% respected at all times. 4. Children's Privacy Cube Keyboard is safe for all ages. Since the app does not collect any data, there are no risks related to children's privacy. 5. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us: Email: appkeyboards@gmail.com We are committed to keeping Cube Keyboard secure and private for all users. 6. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date" at the top. By using Cube Keyboard, you agree to this Privacy Policy. This ensures compliance with Apple's App Store privacy requirements while making it clear that your app does not collect any user data. Let me know if you need any adjustments!

Screenshots

CubeTime4 screens
Cube Keyboard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CubeTime at Free against Cube Keyboard's $0.99. CubeTime also leads on ratings volume (319 vs 11). Cube Keyboard's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases 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

CubeTime is free to download; Cube Keyboard costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CubeTime has 319 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of CubeTime's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cube Keyboard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CubeTime ships an update every 9 days, Cube Keyboard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CubeTime versus Cube Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubeTimeCube Keyboard
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (319 ratings)5.0 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings319 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperB AND X SOFTWARE LIMITEDShawn Boucke

Customer experience

CubeTime

All ratings266 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral1.5%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews263 reviews
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative4.6%

Cube Keyboard

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

CubeTime

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when deleting solves in certain sessions
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between events
  • Issues with the average calculator function

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to import/export solve data
  • Horizontal mode and two-handed timer start/stop
  • More customization options (color themes, etc.)
  • Improved iPad support and layout
  • Algorithm trainer or practice tools
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  • Inspection time countdown with audio cues

Cube Keyboard

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CubeTime

No in-app purchases

None

Cube Keyboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CubeTime free?
CubeTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube Keyboard free?
Cube Keyboard costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CubeTime or Cube Keyboard?
Cube Keyboard is rated higher. CubeTime averages 4.7 out of 5 from 319 ratings, while Cube Keyboard averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.
Do CubeTime or Cube Keyboard have ads?
Neither CubeTime nor Cube Keyboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CubeTime or Cube Keyboard?
CubeTime ships an update every 9 days, and Cube Keyboard every 2 days. Most recently, CubeTime was updated on October 22, 2026 and Cube Keyboard on October 16, 2026.

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