PocketAlgs vs xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PocketAlgs
Master speedcubing with a comprehensive collection of algorithms for various puzzle types, from beginner to advanced levels. Track your progress and improve your solving times with an intuitive interface designed for focused practice.
- Extensive algorithm library
- Support for multiple cube types
- Suitable for all skill levels
- Regularly updated content
- Sleek and intuitive interface
- Focus on practice and progression
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From the classic 2x2 to the mind-bending Megaminx, PocketAlgs is your all-in-one platform for mastering the art of speedcubing. Whether you're just starting your cubing journey or training to compete at the highest level, PocketAlgs supports all skill levels. With over 1,000 algorithms and new ones added regularly, you'll always have something new to learn and improve. PocketAlgs includes algorithm sets for popular events like 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, Pyraminx, Skewb, Square-1, and Megaminx, with more events on the way. The app’s sleek design and intuitive interface help you stay focused on practice and progression, without distractions. Join thousands of cubers worldwide solving faster and smarter with PocketAlgs — Made by cubers, for cubers, supported by SpeedCubeShop.
xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer
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You never knew cubing could get this fun. An app made for everyone to enjoy, from the very beginners to the most advanced cubers who need a tactical approach to their training. Time and review A powerful timer compatible with smart cubes from every major brand. Organize your sessions, customize them to your needs, sync your solves and get fully detailed breakdowns of every one of them. Identify weak spots Millions of solves analyzed from cubers of every level, combined with your own smart cube statistics. See your strengths and weaknesses at a glance. You'd be surprised at what you can find. Trainers Every trainer in one place! Algorithm trainers for ZBLL, OLL, PLL, CLL, EG1 and EG2, as well as dedicated step trainers with options built to tailor training to your needs: step transitions, prediction, PLL time attack and much more. Play and progress Earn XP by practicing. Every solve and every rep counts toward leveling up your account. Unlock badges, play daily challenges, climb the leaderboards and share your results with your friends to see who's fastest. Multiplayer rooms Create a room, share the invite code and race your friends live on the exact same scrambles, round after round. Go 1v1 for a head-to-head duel, or open the room to a whole crowd. Score each round on a single solve or on an AO5, and watch your opponent's smart cube and time move in real time. Puzzles and algorithms Every puzzle supported, so no more hand scrambling or juggling different tools. Everything in one place, with a huge algorithm database for every puzzle and every level. Reconstructions Learn from the best! Thousands of solve reconstructions from top speedcubers. Active development xcross.gg is in very active development. New features land often, and feedback is very appreciated.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PocketAlgs at none against xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer's 3. xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). 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. xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PocketAlgs asks for nothing beyond the download.
PocketAlgs ships an update every 2 months, xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PocketAlgs | xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Armand Tartar | Valentin Wojtasinski |
In-app purchases
PocketAlgs
No in-app purchases
xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer
- Abonnement pro mensuel14 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Supporter$14.991 Month
- Pro plan (yearly)$49.991 Year
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