Comparison

Cube Solver vs Quantum Cube Timer

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

Head to head
About

Cube Solver

This app provides step-by-step instructions to solve various sizes of cube puzzles, from 2x2 up to 17x17. It offers interactive learning and a digital cube for practice, aiming to teach users how to solve puzzles effectively.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step solving instructions
  • Supports 16 cube sizes (2x2 to 17x17)
  • Interactive learning and tutorials
  • Digital cube for practice
  • High solve rate (89.4%)
Features
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Solve your cube with clear, step-by-step guidance. Scan your physical cube with the camera or enter its colors manually, then follow the solution with animated 3D instructions. SCAN OR ENTER YOUR CUBE Use the camera to capture your cube's colors, or enter them manually. FOLLOW EVERY MOVE IN 3D Move forward, go back, and follow each turn at your own pace. SOLVE SIZES FROM 2x2 TO 17x17 Get solutions for 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5 and larger cubes, with support up to 17x17. LEARN HOW TO SOLVE Follow beginner-friendly guides for solving 2x2 and 3x3 cubes. PLAY WITH A DIGITAL CUBE Practice moves and explore an interactive 3D cube, even without a physical cube nearby. DISCOVER PATTERNS Try new cube patterns and enjoy a different challenge after your next solve. TIME YOUR SOLVES Practice your speed with the built-in cube timer. CUBE SOLVER PRO Upgrade to Cube Solver Pro for unlimited solves. Available plans, pricing, and purchase options are shown in the app. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. TRADEMARK NOTICE RUBIK’S is a trademark of Spin Master Toys UK Limited. Cube Solver is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Spin Master Toys UK Limited. Terms of Use: https://www.cube-solver.app/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.cube-solver.app/privacy-policy

About

Quantum Cube Timer

This cloud-based timer helps speed cubers track progress and analyze performance across devices. It offers an intuitive interface for effortless time tracking and personal record breaking, whether for competition or practice.

Highlights
  • Cloud-based time syncing
  • Cross-device compatibility
  • Intuitive interface
  • Performance analysis
  • Personal record tracking
  • Effortless progress tracking
Features
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Elevate your cubing experience with Quantum Cube—the ultimate cloud-based timer that syncs your times seamlessly across all your devices. Designed for speed cubers of all levels, Quantum Cube features an intuitive and simple interface that lets you track your progress effortlessly. Analyze your performance, break your personal records, and train smarter whether you’re competing or honing your skills. Experience the future of cubing with a timer that keeps you connected and ahead of the game.

Screenshots

Cube Solver4 screens
Quantum Cube Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Quantum Cube Timer at none against Cube Solver's 11. Quantum Cube Timer also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 54%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Cube Solver's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (5.6K vs 6). On price, rating, ads and device support 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 sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Quantum Cube Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Cube Solver against 4.5 for Quantum Cube Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Solver has 5.6K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of Cube Solver's written reviews are positive against 75% of Quantum Cube Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Solver ships an update weekly, Quantum Cube Timer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cube Solver versus Quantum Cube Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube SolverQuantum Cube Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5.6K ratings) — better4.5 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews54.3% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.6K — better6
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatrick Battisti ForsthoferQuantum Cube LLC

Customer experience

Cube Solver

All ratings5,635 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive54.3%
Neutral8.9%
Negative36.9%

Quantum Cube Timer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

Cube Solver

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Cube not solved after following instructions
  • App scrambles cube further instead of solving

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free solves per day
  • Support for irregular cube shapes
  • Improved camera functionality

Quantum Cube Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Cube Solver

Subscriptions9
  • Pay-As-You-Go$2.991 Month
  • Pay-As-You-Go$3.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$8.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual$11.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual1 Year trial$17.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$5.99
  • Lifetime$24.99
None

Quantum Cube Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Solver free?
Cube Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quantum Cube Timer free?
Quantum Cube Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cube Solver or Quantum Cube Timer?
Cube Solver is rated higher. Cube Solver averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while Quantum Cube Timer averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do Cube Solver or Quantum Cube Timer have ads?
Neither Cube Solver nor Quantum Cube Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Solver or Quantum Cube Timer?
Cube Solver ships an update weekly, and Quantum Cube Timer every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cube Solver was updated on September 22, 2026 and Quantum Cube Timer on June 5, 2026.

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