# Cube Solver vs Pasta Machine

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cube Solver at 68% against Pasta Machine's 16%. Cube Solver also leads on ratings volume (52K vs 8.7K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Pasta Machine's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cube Solver sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Pasta Machine sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pasta Machine holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Solver has 52K ratings behind it against 8.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Cube Solver's written reviews are positive against 16% of Pasta Machine's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Cube Solver ships an update every 2 months, Pasta Machine fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cube Solver | Pasta Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (52K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-solver-solve-any-cube/id1604603007/reviews) | **[4.6 (8.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pasta-machine/id1644846445/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **52K** | 8.7K |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 15.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 118 MB | 325 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dai Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1329167105) | [Lumos Games Teknoloji Yazilim ve Pazarlama Anonim Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546875451) |

## What reviewers say

### Cube Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-solver-solve-any-cube/id1604603007)

Learn to solve a virtual cube with this app. It offers a realistic 3D experience with helpful tutorials and a built-in timer to track your progress. Challenge your mind and problem-solving skills with this addictive puzzle.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D graphics and animation, Helpful tutorial to solve the cube, Cube timer with achievement tracking, Solve multiple cube types (2x2, 3x3, 4x4), Free cube rotation in all axes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads(Pack 1) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads(Pack 2) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads(Pack 3) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads(Pack 4) | $11.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads(Pack 5) | $20.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads(Pack 6) | $54.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Solves Rubik's cube easily
- 👍 Helpful for beginners
- 🤖 Accurate cube solving
- 🎨 Customizable cube colors
- ⏱️ Includes timer feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with quick solve feature
- 🤔 Confusing step-by-step instructions
- 💰 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔢 Limited to 2x2 and 3x3 cubes

**Reported bugs**

- Quick solve not working for some users
- App unable to recognize correct cube configuration

**Requested features**

- Add support for larger cube sizes (4x4, 5x5, etc.)
- Provide video tutorials for solving
- Improve step-by-step explanations
- Reduce ad frequency or offer paid ad-free version


### Pasta Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pasta-machine/id1644846445)

Engage in a relaxing ASMR idle and clicker game. Shape dough, slice with precision, and build your pasta production line. Enjoy satisfying animations and realistic sounds for endless fun.

**Highlights:** ASMR idle gameplay, Clicker mechanics, Dough shaping, Precision slicing, Production line growth, Satisfying animations, Realistic sounds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ad Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Pass 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Starter Bundle Subscription | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Pass 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Speed Bundle Subscription | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Endless Skip Subscription | $49.99 | per 7 days |
| Remove Ad Bundle Subscription | $54.99 | per 7 days |
| Skip-it 10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it 25 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Fusulli Pasta | $4.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gem 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Game Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ad | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pack Starter | $8.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it 100 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Spaghetti Pasta | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem 4 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Pasta Pack | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Satisfying gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing experience
- 💡 Unique concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Glitches and bugs
- 🤑 Excessive ads and monetization
- ⏱️ Slow progression and upgrades
- 🤯 Frustrating user experience

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after completing level 2
- Daily rewards not working as intended
- Progress resets when leveling up

**Requested features**

- More variety in pasta types and visuals
- Improved progression and leveling system
- Ability to play offline


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cube Solver free?

Cube Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pasta Machine free?

Pasta Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cube Solver or Pasta Machine?

Pasta Machine is rated higher. Cube Solver averages 4.2 out of 5 from 52K ratings, while Pasta Machine averages 4.6 from 8.7K ratings.

### Do Cube Solver or Pasta Machine have ads?

Both Cube Solver and Pasta Machine show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cube Solver or Pasta Machine?

Cube Solver ships an update every 2 months, and Pasta Machine fortnightly. Most recently, Cube Solver was updated on October 15, 2026 and Pasta Machine on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*