Comparison

Digital Counters vs Cube Magic X

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

Head to head
About

Digital Counters

Features
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By using a mobile phone or tablet as a Bluetooth receiver, multiple counters can be set. It is compatible with most Bluetooth remotes on the market. The up and down keys on the remote switch counters, while the left and right keys can increase or decrease the count.

About

Cube Magic X

Features
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Turn a scrambled 3x3 cube into a clear solution you can follow. Cube Magic X combines camera-guided cube scanning, 11 solving methods, and an interactive 3D move player in one focused app. Capture two views of your cube, review the detected colors, and start solving step by step. SCAN WITH CONFIDENCE β€’ Capture two guided views of your physical 3x3 cube. β€’ Review recognized colors before generating a solution. β€’ Correct individual stickers manually whenever needed. β€’ Save cube states to your on-device history and reopen them later. CHOOSE FROM 11 SOLVING METHODS Start with beginner-friendly LBL or 8533. Explore speedcubing systems including CFOP, Roux, Petrus, ZZ, CEOR, Mehta, Nautilus, and LEOR. When you want a direct, efficient route, choose the Kociemba two-phase method. FOLLOW EVERY MOVE IN INTERACTIVE 3D See the cube state change as you work through the solution. Rotate the view, move between phases, jump to a specific step, or use automatic playback to follow the algorithm at your own pace. PRACTICE WITHOUT A PHYSICAL CUBE Open the virtual 3x3 cube whenever you want to practice. Scramble it, turn individual layers, undo moves, reset the cube, and track your time and move count. CREATE CLASSIC CUBE PATTERNS Build Checkerboard, Six Spots, Cube in a Cube, and Superflip with guided 3D moves. You can also enter your own cube algorithm and preview it step by step. MADE FOR EVERY STAGE β€’ Beginners learning their first complete solve β€’ Experienced cubers comparing algorithms and methods β€’ Speedcubers exploring CFOP, Roux, ZZ, and other systems β€’ Puzzle fans who want a camera scanner and visual 3D guide β€’ Anyone who wants to practice with a virtual cube Cube Magic X supports English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. Core features are available without membership. Some advanced speedsolving methods require an optional Cube Magic X membership. Availability and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://infinitquantum.com/policy/cubemagic/privacy-policy-en.html

Screenshots

Digital Counters4 screens
Cube Magic X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cube Magic X at fortnightly against Digital Counters's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Digital Counters sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cube Magic X sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Digital Counters ships an update every 2 months, Cube Magic X fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Digital Counters versus Cube Magic X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigital CountersCube Magic X
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB215 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDCDC INC.Infinite Quantum Tech Limited

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Digital Counters

One-time1
  • VIP$29.99
4 purchases

Cube Magic X

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Annual$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Monthly Pass$19.99
  • Annual Pass$99.99

Questions

Is Digital Counters free?
Digital Counters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cube Magic X free?
Cube Magic X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Digital Counters or Cube Magic X have ads?
Neither Digital Counters nor Cube Magic X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Digital Counters or Cube Magic X?
Digital Counters ships an update every 2 months, and Cube Magic X fortnightly. Most recently, Digital Counters was updated on October 4, 2026 and Cube Magic X on October 4, 2026.

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