# Cube Solver 3D vs Barber Chop 2

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cube Solver 3D | Barber Chop 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (256K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-solver-3d/id1673039373/reviews)** | [3.6 (146 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barber-chop-2/id6657978131/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **256K** | 146 |
| Positive reviews | **92.1% of reviews** | 40.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#13** | #108 |
| Size | 37 MB | 667 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOLAGRE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673039375) | [Lajeune and Associates, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/625978968) |

## What reviewers say

### Cube Solver 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-solver-3d/id1673039373)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Free · Family, #155 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $12.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect solutions for some cube configurations
- App crashes when trying to solve certain cubes

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barber-chop-2/id6657978131)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Mini Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mini Gems Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gems Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Wallpapers | $7.99 | one-time |
| Hair Color Tool | $8.99 | one-time |
| Super Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Gems Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best game ever
- 💡 Unique hair styling options

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Razer doesn't work
- Difficulty moving around
- Character not found error

**Requested features**

- More character options
- Improved character customization


## Frequently asked 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 #13 in the App Store charts, and Barber Chop 2 at #108. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*