MoleCube 3D vs Cubix AR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MoleCube 3D
This app combines the logic of Sudoku with the spatial challenge of a Rubik's Cube. Arrange colored spheres on each side of a 3D cube so that each side displays all nine colors. Offers realistic graphics and intuitive swipe controls for an engaging puzzle experience.
- 3D realistic graphics
- Intuitive swipe controls
- Undo last action
- Tilt to change perspective
- Two 3D styles (spherical/square)
- Zoom and brightness adjustment
- Two cube sizes (3x3x3, 2x2x2)
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# What is MoleCube? "MoleCube = Sudoku puzzle + Rubik's Cube", roughly. MoleCube (also called Nine-Color Cube, Ball Sudoku Cube), combines the logic of "Sudoku + Rubik’s cube". Each of the cube’s six sides is comprised of a 3x3 grid of colored spheres. To solve the Molecube, arrange the spheres so that each side contains all nine colors. # How to Play This app presents the cube in 3D with a smooth sliding operation, and you can change the perspective by tilting the phone, just like playing a real Rubik's cube. Swipe across the cube to rotate one layer, and swipe across the blank area to rotate the whole cube. To start playing the game, click the scramble button and the stopwatch will start. # The Goal of Game Molecube is composed of 9 different colors of spheres distributed over 6 sides of a cube. Instead of arranging the colors by side like in a Rubik’s Cube, your goal is to have one piece of every color represented on each side. It’s a problem that’s easier to describe than to solve. This hybrid puzzle blends the spatial challenge of a Rubik’s Cube with the logical test of a Sudoku puzzle. In the same way that a Sudoku puzzle requires you to place nine unique single-digit numbers on each line of a grid, Molecube requires you to line up one of each color on each side of a cube. # FEATURES - 3D realistic graphics makes you feel playing with real cube. - Swipe the cube with your finger to rotate the layer of cube. Swipe through the blank area to rotate the cube. - You can also tap the Undo button to undo the last action. - Tilt the phone horizontally or vertically to change the viewing angle of the Rubik's Cube. - Two 3D styles: spherical or square (you can change the style at any time during the game). - Zoom in/out the scene; change the scene brightness. - Two visual effect qualities can be selected: * high VFX for realistic 3D graphics while low VFX for power-savings. - Keyboard is provided as well. - Two sizes of molecube: 3x3x3 and 2x2x2 2x2x2 molecube is much easier for beginners. # MoleCube v.s. Rubik's Cube - What is the difference between a Molecube and a Rubik's Cube? Their goal configurations are different: the Molecube wants one ball of each color on each face, while the Rubik's cube wants each face to be all the same color. There are nine colors on the Molecube, but only six on the Rubik's cube. The Sudoku Cube is similar to the MoleCube in that the objective of the Sudoku Cube is to arrange it such that each face contains each number (1 to 9) exactly once. - Is MoleCube harder than a Rubik’s cube? Molecube isn’t meant to be harder or easier, just a different type of challenge. That being said, it does have significantly fewer possible permutations than a 3x3 Rubik’s Cube. It also has 80 possible solutions instead of the traditional 1. Suggestions or questions? Feel free to email: zhaoxiaojian@hotmail.com
Cubix AR
This augmented reality app uses your device's camera to guide you through solving a 3x3 Rubik's Cube. It overlays virtual arrows onto the physical cube, making complex steps easy to follow for beginners and those who accidentally scramble their cube.
- AR real-time guiding arrows
- Offline functionality
- Camera input for scanning cube
- Supports different cube sizes (3x3)
- Switchable front/rear cameras
- Simple user interface
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Can't understand tutorials? Have a weak spatial sense? Prone to making mistakes? Stuck for a long time without a clear idea? Struggling to fix a scrambled cube? Download Cubix AR! This is a Rubik's Cube solver powered by AR technology. It can help you solve a cube within 3 minutes. Perfect for beginners learning and those who mess up the cube accidentally. Cubix AR adds virtual arrows directly to the Rubik's Cube in your hand, greatly reducing the spatial entry barrier. Cubers avoid imagining abstract steps, letting even beginners catch on fast. AR tracks your movements in real time—turn the cube, and the virtual guides sync instantly, like a "one-on-one coach" guiding you step by step. How to use? 1. Place the cube in front of the camera 2. Scan the cube's 6 faces 3. Follow the AR guiding arrow step by step 4. Cube fix Why Choose Cubix AR? - AR real-time guiding. - No Internet required. No account required. - Camera input, say goodbye to manual cube color fill. - Simple and handy user interface. - Switchable front or rear cameras. - Support different cube sizes. - 3-day free trial. Cancel it anytime! Note: 1. Only supports 3x3 Rubik's Cubes. 2. Use in a well-lit area. About Subscription: Subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel the subscription at any time through your account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://cubixar.blogspot.com/p/policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Cubix AR at 5.0 against MoleCube 3D's 3.7. MoleCube 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Cubix AR sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. MoleCube 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cubix AR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MoleCube 3D | Cubix AR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | 小健 赵 | 健 刘 |
Customer experience
MoleCube 3D
Cubix AR
In-app purchases
MoleCube 3D
No in-app purchases
Cubix AR
- Full Access3 Days trial$1.991 Month









