NexCube vs CFOPTrainer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NexCube
This app allows users to time their puzzle cube solves, track personal bests, and analyze performance with detailed statistics. It features a unique competition mode for head-to-head battles and solo modes for various cube sizes.
- Official puzzle cube timing
- Competition Mode for battles
- Solo Mode for 2x2, 3x3, 4x4
- Unique scrambles
- Detailed solve time statistics
- Performance trend analysis
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Now available: the Official NexCube App to measure, store and analyse your best solve times. Unique is the Competition Mode in the app! You can instantly start a battle on your phone and record both times. PUZZLE CUBE TIMING ◆ The Official NexCube App ◆ Competition Mode: Battle with friends on one phone! ◆ Solo Mode: record your best 2x2, 3x3 and 4x4 cube times. ◆ Scrambles: get unique scrambles each time you play. STATISTICS & LEADERBOARDS ◆ Review your best times ◆ Replay specific scrambles. ◆ See average times, 3 out of 5, 10 out of 12, last 50 and more statistics. ◆ See if you are improving over time with trends icons.
CFOPTrainer
Master the 3x3 Rubik's Cube with this comprehensive coach. Learn essential algorithms, practice with interactive 3D visualizations, and train using a smart cube for real-time feedback. Track your progress and compete with others to achieve champion-worthy times.
- CFOP algorithm library (F2L, OLL, PLL)
- Animated 3D algorithm visualization
- Trainer mode with quizzes and feedback
- Smart Cube integration for real-time training
- High-precision speedcubing timer
- Progress tracking and performance overview
- Custom algorithm support
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CFOPTrainer – Master the 3x3 Rubik's Cube like a pro! Want to solve the 3x3 Rubik's Cube faster than ever and achieve champion-worthy times? CFOPTrainer is the ultimate app for all enthusiasts, from motivated beginners to experienced speedcubers. Learn, train, and improve Find all the essential algorithms of the CFOP method (Cross, F2L, OLL, PLL): • F2L: over 40 cases explained with images • OLL: 57 cases optimized to orient all sides • PLL: 21 cases for swapping pieces and completing the cube in a flash A visual and interactive approach • Animated 3D visualization of each algorithm with interactive cube • Step-by-step or continuous playback with speed control Customize your learning • Add your custom algorithms with a floating keyboard • Edit or delete your variations at any time • Choose your favorites to find them easily Trainer mode (OLL & PLL) • Quick quiz launch with timer • 4 suggestions per case (1 correct + 3 incorrect) with immediate feedback • Best time recorded per case Smart Cube • Train with a Smart Cube and get instant, real-time feedback • Real-time move detection via Bluetooth • Cross Trainer: get the exact move sequence for your cross • Cube Trainer: automatically detects OLL / PLL and displays your preferred algorithm • Timed Training: Ao20 leaderboards for Cube, Cross, F2L, OLL and PLL • Arena: compete against other players in BO3 • Select and practice any F2L, OLL, or PLL case you want to improve • Smarter training, faster progress, real cube, real results Timer Mode • Timed training (Cube, Cross, F2L, OLL, PLL) • High-precision timer designed for speedcubing • Overall performance overview by section (AO5, AO12, AO20, AO50, AO100) • Progress curve based on your recent averages • Weakest – the part you should focus on first • Progress – the section where you improve the fastest Designed for performance • Smooth and intuitive interface • Optimal organization to find an algorithm immediately • Full support for official ratings For all cubers • Reduce your times • Improve your case recognition • Memorize your algorithms efficiently • Find your forgotten algorithms Backup & Restore (Premium) • ZIP export/import of your data: preferences, variants, and statistics • Easy sharing via the sharing sheet • One-click restore to recover your environment Download now and take your speedcubing to the next level to become a formidable speedcuber. Premium Version ----------------- Subscribe directly in the application to : Remove all advertisements Enable backup features Display preferences and custom algorithms Sync preferences and custom algorithms 1 month, 3 months and 12 months subscriptions are available with automatic renewal. Note: The subscription amount will be charged to your store account upon confirmation of the subscription. The subscription is automatically renewed unless this option is disabled within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The subscription and its renewal can be managed in your account settings after purchase. Policy Privacy : https://www.idev-shop.com/cfoptrainer/privacy.html Terms of Use : https://www.idev-shop.com/cfoptrainer/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: CFOPTrainer at 100% against NexCube's 50%. CFOPTrainer also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). NexCube's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. CFOPTrainer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. NexCube asks for nothing beyond the download.
CFOPTrainer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CFOPTrainer has 26 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of NexCube's written reviews are positive against 100% of CFOPTrainer's.
NexCube ships an update monthly, CFOPTrainer every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 5, 2026.
| Parameter | NexCube | CFOPTrainer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (4 ratings) | 4.6 (26 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 26 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Goliath BV | ghislain pellegrin |
Customer experience
NexCube
CFOPTrainer
In-app purchases
NexCube
No in-app purchases
CFOPTrainer
- Premium – 1 Month Subscription$2.991 Month
- Premium – 3 Months Subscription$4.993 Months
- Premium – 12 Months Subscription$8.991 Year
- Premium – 1 Month$2.99
- Premium – 3 Months$4.99
- Premium – 12 Months$8.99
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- Premium – Forever$19.99
- Premium – Forever$29.99








