Comparison

Rytmos vs Cub8

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

Head to head
About

Rytmos

Solve maze puzzles to create evolving musical compositions. Explore planets, discover new sounds, and unlock musical toys. This relaxing game also offers insights into music history.

Highlights
  • Maze puzzle gameplay
  • Music creation
  • Planet exploration
  • Unlockable musical toys
  • Music history facts
  • Expansion pack included
Features
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Rytmos is a relaxing puzzle game, where you create music by solving maze puzzles. Travel from planet to planet and discover new music. Solve the puzzles on each side of the cubic planets and create small musical loops that slowly evolves into full music compositions. Unlock 20+ musical toys and jam on top of the planet music. Learn a bit of rare music history while playing the game. This version of the game now includes a large expansion pack.

About

Cub8

This is a fast-paced, precision-based rhythm arcade game. Tap to the beat to align cubes and avoid mistakes, with ever-changing mechanics and a striking neon aesthetic. Compete on global leaderboards and unlock customizations.

Highlights
  • Precision-based rhythm gameplay
  • Infinite zooming camera effect
  • 8 unique stages with new mechanics
  • Minimalist neon aesthetic
  • Immersive electronic soundtrack
  • Global leaderboards
  • Customization and upgrades
Features
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Cub8 – A Hypnotic Precision Rhythm Challenge Tap with precision. Rotate cubes with the beat. Enter the infinite loop. Cub8 is a mesmerizing, fast-paced, and precision-based rhythm arcade game that will put your focus and reflexes to the ultimate test. One mistake and it’s game over! With a striking neon aesthetic, ever-changing mechanics, and a seamless, infinite zooming effect, Cub8 creates a one-of-a-kind arcade experience that feels both hypnotic and high-stakes. Can you master the beat and survive through all 8 stages? How to Play Tap on the beat to activate the hydraulic press when the cube is perfectly aligned with the hole. If you miss even once, the game ends! With each 10 successful presses, you enter a new stage with fresh music, new mechanics, and increased intensity. The further you go, the more challenging it becomes—adapt fast or fail! Features Precision-Based Rhythm Gameplay – No “Perfect” or “Good” timing—either you hit it or you lose! Never-Ending Zoom – The camera dynamically zooms into the next cube after every press, creating a fluid, infinite loop. 8 Unique Stages – Each stage introduces new mechanics, including: - Hazard Cubes that redirect movement - Fake Cubes that try to trick you - More surprises as you progress! Minimalist, Neon Aesthetic – A striking visual style with dynamic colors for each stage. Immersive Soundtrack – A carefully crafted techno, percussive, and glitchy electronic soundtrack that syncs perfectly with the gameplay. Global Leaderboards – Compete with players worldwide. How far can you go? Customization & Upgrades – Unlock skins for your hydraulic press and power-ups to help you survive longer. Think Fast, Tap Perfectly, and Keep the Loop Going! Cub8 is easy to learn but brutally hard to master—a hypnotic rhythm challenge that will keep you hooked. Download now and see how deep you can go! Best played with headphones for full immersion!

Screenshots

Rytmos4 screens
Cub84 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cub8 at 4.3 against Rytmos's 3.6. Cub8 also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (63% vs 48%). Rytmos's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Rytmos sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cub8 sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cub8 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 62 and 58 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Rytmos's written reviews are positive against 63% of Cub8's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rytmos ships an update every 2 months, Cub8 every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Rytmos versus Cub8: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRytmosCub8
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (62 ratings)4.3 (58 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.7% of reviews62.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings62 — better58
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size730 MB200 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFloppy ClubRicardo Mendonca

Customer experience

Rytmos

All ratings62 ratings
Positive62.9%
Neutral9.7%
Negative27.4%
Written reviews88 reviews
Positive47.7%
Neutral14.8%
Negative37.5%

Cub8

All ratings51 ratings
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

Rytmos

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes on startup
  • Black screen on launch
  • Game freezes during purchase process
  • Purchases not syncing across devices
  • No sound issues
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  • Levels not clickable after completion
  • Graphical clipping issues
  • Unintended solutions in puzzles
  • Input latency in jam section
  • Slider cube off-screen on certain devices/planets
  • Words/text not displaying correctly
  • Game not loading on older iPhones
  • App closes unexpectedly
  • Purchase verification issues
  • Demo version not unlocking full game after purchase

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add multi-touch functionality for instruments
  • Improve jam section responsiveness
  • Allow viewing instrument history after unlock
  • Port to VR
  • Add more free levels or planets
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  • Fix display issues with button text
  • Improve clarity on how sounds overlap
  • Make the game more accessible to non-musicians
  • Add challenges to extend playtime
  • Consider a full game with ads instead of a high upfront cost

Cub8

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rytmos

One-time1
  • Unlock the galaxy$4.99
4 purchases

Cub8

One-time4
  • 200 Quantum Orbs$1.99
  • Cub8+$3.99
  • 500 Quantum Orbs$3.99
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  • 1300 Quantum Orbs$7.99

Questions

Is Rytmos free?
Rytmos is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cub8 free?
Cub8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rytmos or Cub8?
Cub8 is rated higher. Rytmos averages 3.6 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while Cub8 averages 4.3 from 58 ratings.
Do Rytmos or Cub8 have ads?
Cub8 shows ads; Rytmos does not.
Which is updated more often, Rytmos or Cub8?
Rytmos ships an update every 2 months, and Cub8 every 3 days. Most recently, Rytmos was updated on October 25, 2026 and Cub8 on October 25, 2026.

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