Comparison

Cube Solver 3D vs Barber Chop 2

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

Head to head
About

Cube Solver 3D

Solve various 3D puzzles with this app. It provides step-by-step solutions for cubes of different sizes, including Pocket Cube, 3x3, 4x4, and 5x5. It also offers practice modes with timers and statistics for speedcubing, along with lessons and pattern creation tools.

Highlights
  • Solves multiple cube types (2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5)
  • Provides optimal move solutions
  • Speedcubing practice with timer and stats
  • Learning lessons for puzzle solving
  • Custom pattern creation
  • Solves Skewb, Skewb Diamond, Pyraminx, Ivy Cube
Features
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Stuck on a cube? Get the 3D solution in seconds. ALSO SOLVES THE 2x2 MIRROR CUBE AND THE GEAR CUBE Simply describe your puzzle - the app does the rest. - 2x2 family (Pocket, Mirror & Tower Cube): solved in 14 moves or fewer - 3x3 Cube: solved in about 27 moves - 4x4 Cube: solved in about 63 moves - 5x5 Cube: solved in about 136 moves - Skewb: solved in 11 moves maximum - Skewb Diamond: solved in 10 moves maximum - Pyraminx: solved in 11 moves - Ivy Cube: solved in 8 moves maximum - Kilominx: solved in ~44 moves - Gear Cube: solved in 12 moves maximum SPEEDCUBING MODE Challenge yourself with random scrambles, a built-in timer, and detailed statistics. Track your best times and improve your performance session after session. LEARN, CREATE & EXPLORE PATTERNS Follow step-by-step lessons to learn solving techniques from scratch. Then go further: create your own patterns or reproduce iconic designs - country flags and classics included. An original way to turn your cube into a canvas. MULTIPLE CUBE DESIGNS Choose from several visual styles, including a colorblind-friendly design - so everyone can enjoy cubing, whatever their vision. Your cube, solved step by step. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Barber Chop 2

This app offers a realistic barber shop and hair salon simulation experience. Practice haircutting techniques, explore new styles, and showcase your creativity with various tools and features. Compete with others and learn from real-world designs.

Highlights
  • Body Paint Brush
  • Barber Card progress tracking
  • Pinch Zoom for precision
  • Grid Tool for symmetry
  • Real haircut design learning
  • Stickers and accessories
  • User profiles and community feed
Features
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Barber Chop 2 – The Ultimate Barber Shop & Hair Salon Simulator Welcome to Barber Chop 2, the next-generation version of the viral haircut & barber shop game loved by millions worldwide! If you enjoyed the original Barber Chop, get ready for an even more exciting, realistic, and creative experience. Whether you’re a future barber, hairstylist, beauty enthusiast, or just love makeover games, Barber Chop 2 lets you sharpen your skills, explore new looks, and show off your creativity. What’s New in Barber Chop 2 Body Paint Brush – Unleash your artistic side with full-body paint designs. Barber Card – Track your progress and achievements like a real barber. Pinch Zoom In/Out – Get close-up precision when designing haircuts. Grid Tool – Perfect your fade and haircut symmetry. Haircut Design Images & Info – Learn and create from real-world haircut designs. Stickers & Accessories – Add stylish extras to complete your look. User Profiles – Save your progress, customize your account, and grow your barber journey. Featured Designs & Leaderboards – Compete with others and showcase your best work. Followers & Following – Build your barber community and get inspired. Save to Gallery – Keep your designs locally on your phone. User Search & Explore Feed – Discover barbers, hairstyles, and trends. Push Notifications – Stay updated with new challenges and rewards. Daily, Weekly & Monthly Tasks – Keep grinding to unlock achievements. Save & Resume – Pick up right where you left off anytime. Home / Feed / Explore Sections – Engage with a creative barber community. Classic Features You Already Love Choose diverse characters from different ethnicities, genders & cultures. Rotate the head to cut, fade, and style from all angles. Use real barber tools: clippers, razors, scissors & clip guards. Share your finished haircuts directly to Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & Twitter. Timer shows how fast you completed your haircut – perfect for competitions! Why Play Barber Chop 2? Perfect for barber students, aspiring stylists, salon owners, and creative minds. Realistic barber shop & hair salon experience at your fingertips. Learn real haircut techniques while having fun. Unlimited hairstyles, fades, beard trims, and designs to explore. Completely free-to-play with endless creativity. If you love haircut games, salon makeovers, beauty simulators, or barber shop challenges, Barber Chop 2 is the #1 barber simulator for you. Practice, play, compete, and grow your barber skills – anytime, anywhere. Download Barber Chop 2 today and start cutting, styling & creating like a real barber! https://barberchop.com/barberchopapp/barberchop-stars/privacy-policy.html https://barberchop.com/barberchopapp/barberchop-stars/terms-and-conditions.html

Screenshots

Cube Solver 3D4 screens
Barber Chop 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cube Solver 3D at 92% against Barber Chop 2's 40%. Cube Solver 3D also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (256K vs 146). Barber Chop 2's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Cube Solver 3D sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Barber Chop 2 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Solver 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Solver 3D has 256K ratings behind it against 146, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Cube Solver 3D's written reviews are positive against 40% of Barber Chop 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Solver 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, Barber Chop 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Cube Solver 3D versus Barber Chop 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Solver 3DBarber Chop 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (256K ratings) — better3.6 (146 ratings)
Positive reviews92.1% of reviews — better40.3% of reviews
Number of ratings256K — better146
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#14 — better#120
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB667 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLOLAGRELajeune and Associates, LLC

Customer experience

Cube Solver 3D

All ratings256,296 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral1.5%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews5,437 reviews
Positive92.1%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.4%

Barber Chop 2

All ratings146 ratings
Positive63.0%
Neutral8.2%
Negative28.8%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive40.3%
Neutral13.0%
Negative46.8%

User reviews

Cube Solver 3D

From 256K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Solves cubes quickly
  • 👍 Helpful step-by-step instructions
  • 🙂 Able to solve various cube types
  • 💰 Free to use with no in-app purchases
  • 🎉 Impressive cube solving abilities

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with cube detection
  • ⚠️ Needs precise color input
  • 🕰️ Time-consuming to input colors
  • 📺 Frequent ads interrupting use

Barber Chop 2

From 146 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Best game ever
  • 💡 Unique hair styling options

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Many items don't work
  • 🔍 Limited character selection
  • 💰 Too many ads and premium features

Bugs and requests

Cube Solver 3D

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Incorrect solutions for some cube configurations
  • App crashes when trying to solve certain cubes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more cube types (e.g. 5x5, 6x6)
  • Implement camera-based cube scanning
  • Allow customizing color input method
  • Reduce ad frequency or provide ad-free option

Barber Chop 2

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Razer doesn't work
  • Difficulty moving around
  • Character not found error

Requested features

2 requests
  • More character options
  • Improved character customization

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Cube Solver 3D

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$12.991 Year
10 purchases

Barber Chop 2

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$5.991 Month
One-time9
  • Mini Coin Pack$1.99
  • Mini Gems Pack$1.99
  • Medium Coin Pack$4.99
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  • Medium Gems Pack$4.99
  • Wallpapers$7.99
  • Hair Color Tool$8.99
  • Super Coin Pack$9.99
  • Super Gems Pack$9.99
  • Remove Ads$29.99

Questions

Is Cube Solver 3D free?
Cube Solver 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barber Chop 2 free?
Barber Chop 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cube Solver 3D or Barber Chop 2?
Cube Solver 3D is rated higher. Cube Solver 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 256K ratings, while Barber Chop 2 averages 3.6 from 146 ratings.
Do Cube Solver 3D or Barber Chop 2 have ads?
Both Cube Solver 3D and Barber Chop 2 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Solver 3D or Barber Chop 2?
Cube Solver 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, and Barber Chop 2 monthly. Most recently, Cube Solver 3D was updated on October 16, 2026 and Barber Chop 2 on October 15, 2026.
Which is more popular, Cube Solver 3D or Barber Chop 2?
Cube Solver 3D currently peaks at #14 in the App Store charts, and Barber Chop 2 at #120. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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