ccTimer vs Cubing Chain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ccTimer
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ccTimer: cube timer with camera smart start and slap to stop, plus screen recording. Place hands down and hold still, then raise to start; slap to stop. WCA inspection, sessions, scrambles for 2x2–7x7 Square-1 Megaminx Pyraminx Clock Skewb. Record your solves with optional face mask. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.qinggetech.cn/cctimer-user-agreement/
Cubing Chain
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Cubing Chain is the ultimate platform for Rubik's Cube enthusiasts! Whether you are a beginner learning your first formulas or a pro aiming for sub-20, we have everything you need. 【Key Features】 Pro Timer: Supports all WCA events with official scrambles. Track your progress with detailed statistics. Ranked Battles: Challenge cubers globally in real-time or create custom rooms for friends. Cubing Feed: Your dedicated social wall. Share your solves, photos, and connect with the global community. Algorithm Academy: Easily record and master new formulas with our step-by-step guidance system. Safe and easy access with Google or Apple Sign-in. Spin your way to the top of the leaderboard today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cubing Chain at none against ccTimer's 5. Cubing Chain also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). ccTimer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, 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. ccTimer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.59 per month. Cubing Chain asks for nothing beyond the download.
ccTimer ships an update every 2 days, Cubing Chain every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ccTimer | Cubing Chain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shanghai Qingge Technology Co., Ltd. | Chih Chuan Yang |
In-app purchases
ccTimer
- ccTimer_monthly$0.591 Month
- cctimer yearly promotion$1.491 Year
- cctimer_yearly$3.991 Year
- ccTimer lifetime promotion$2.99
- ccTimer lifetime membership$12.99
Cubing Chain
No in-app purchases
