Magic Cube Getting Started vs PocketAlgs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Magic Cube Getting Started
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Magic Cube is a popular and educational toy in the world. It can be played in a variety of ways. It can exercise memory, enhance logical thinking ability vision of overall situation. Every year, various competitions about Rubik's Cube are held all over the world. This app is mainly aimed at the novices with rich and colorful content. * Get to know - An introduction to the history of the Rubik's Cube, showing the structure of the Rubik's Cube with animations. * Notation - Basic knowledge required for restoring the Rubik's Cube. * Solution - Step by step guide the player to restore the Rubik's Cube. * Play - Play 3D Rubik's Cube here with just slide your fingers. * Style - Choose your favorite cube style here.
PocketAlgs
Master speedcubing with a comprehensive collection of algorithms for various puzzle types, from beginner to advanced levels. Track your progress and improve your solving times with an intuitive interface designed for focused practice.
- Extensive algorithm library
- Support for multiple cube types
- Suitable for all skill levels
- Regularly updated content
- Sleek and intuitive interface
- Focus on practice and progression
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From the classic 2x2 to the mind-bending Megaminx, PocketAlgs is your all-in-one platform for mastering the art of speedcubing. Whether you're just starting your cubing journey or training to compete at the highest level, PocketAlgs supports all skill levels. With over 1,000 algorithms and new ones added regularly, you'll always have something new to learn and improve. PocketAlgs includes algorithm sets for popular events like 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, Pyraminx, Skewb, Square-1, and Megaminx, with more events on the way. The app’s sleek design and intuitive interface help you stay focused on practice and progression, without distractions. Join thousands of cubers worldwide solving faster and smarter with PocketAlgs — Made by cubers, for cubers, supported by SpeedCubeShop.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: PocketAlgs at none against Magic Cube Getting Started's shown. PocketAlgs also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 40 months). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Magic Cube Getting Started ships an update every 40 months, PocketAlgs every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Magic Cube Getting Started | PocketAlgs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 40 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 96 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 少箐 岑 | Armand Tartar |
In-app purchases
Magic Cube Getting Started
No in-app purchases
PocketAlgs
No in-app purchases
Questions
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