Cube Timer vs PLL Genius
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cube Timer
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Cube Timer, the sleek and intuitive timer designed for speedcubers everyday use. With a distraction-free interface and precise timing, it’s the perfect tool to track your solves and improve your speed.
PLL Genius
Master Rubik's Cube PLL algorithms with intelligent, adaptive practice sessions. Features smart scramble generation, a high-precision timer, and detailed progress tracking. Designed for speedcubers to perfect recognition, recall, and execution.
- Smart scramble generation for each PLL case
- High-precision timer with 0.01s accuracy
- Intelligent spaced repetition algorithm
- Comprehensive results tracking and statistics
- Import/export functionality for data backup
- Responsive design with light/dark mode
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Developed for cubers by a cuber, PLL Genius is the ultimate companion for mastering all 21 OLL cases on your Rubik's Cube 3x3. It does not teach PLL, but rather is perfect for speedcubers who are already familiar with each PLL case and looking to perfect their recognition, recall, and execution for all PLLs through intelligent, adaptive practice sessions! • Smart Scramble Generation: Get precise scrambles for each PLL case with random orientation, ensuring you practice exactly what you need. • High-Precision Timer: Track your solves with 0.01s accuracy - start and stop with a simple tap. • Intelligent Spaced Repetition: Our advanced algorithm adapts to your solves and prioritizes the PLL cases you struggle with most while maintaining proficiency in cases you've mastered. No need to manually select cases! • Comprehensive Results Tracking: View your progress with detailed statistics, including average solve times and complete solve history for each PLL case. • Import/Export Functionality: Easily backup your progress or transfer your data between devices with full data export and import options. • Responsive Design: Enjoy a clean interface that automatically switches between Light and Dark mode based on your device settings, or manually toggle your preference. PLL Genius is 100% fully functional with no adds, paywalls, or purchases. In-App purchase is a voluntary tip to the developer. Your data is completely private.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cube Timer at none against PLL Genius's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. PLL Genius sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Cube Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Cube Timer | PLL Genius |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jamil Shehadeh | Steven Albert |
In-app purchases
Cube Timer
No in-app purchases
PLL Genius
- Small Tip for Steve$0.99
- Generous Tip for Steve$4.99
- Awesome Tip for Steve$9.99








