Comparison

Cube Timer vs Cube Keyboard

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cube Timer

This app provides a timer for speedcubing enthusiasts, offering both simple and advanced modes that replicate real-world timers. It generates scrambles and tracks your performance for various cube sizes.

Highlights
  • Speedcubing timer
  • Simple and advanced modes
  • Scramble generation
  • Session recording
  • Supports 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, Pyraminx
Features
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Try our timer for speedcubers! You can use it in 2 modes: simple and advanced. Advanced mimics the way the real speedcubing timer works. The app also generate scrambles and records all your sessions. Currently supported cubes are 2x2, 3x3, 4x4 and Pyraminx. privacy policy: https://mrjohn10.github.io/cubee/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://mrjohn10.github.io/cubee/terms-of-service

About

Cube Keyboard

Effortlessly type cube notation, algorithms, and move sequences with a specialized keyboard. Designed for speedcubers, it provides quick access to all necessary symbols for discussing strategies, sharing solves, or writing tutorials.

Highlights
  • Quick access to face moves
  • Modifiers for turns
  • Rotation moves
  • Dedicated space, return, and delete keys
  • Number input for Square-1
  • Plus/minus for Megaminx
Features
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Cube Keyboard – The Ultimate Typing Tool for Speedcubers Tired of struggling to type cube notation quickly? Cube Keyboard makes it effortless to input cube algorithms, notation, and move sequences anywhere—whether you're discussing strategies, sharing solves, or writing tutorials. With a thoughtfully designed layout, Cube Keyboard gives you quick access to essential cube notation, including: Face moves (U, D, F, B, R, L, and lowercase u, d, f, b, r, l) Modifiers for turns (' , 2, w, /, ( ) ) Rotation moves (x, y, z, M, E, S) Quick access to space, return, and delete keys Numbers 1-6 for Square-1 and +/- for Megaminx Designed for speedcubers, puzzle enthusiasts, and educators, this keyboard makes inputting cube notation faster and more efficient. No more searching for notation symbols—just type and go! -Shawn from SpeedCubeReview.com Privacy Policy 1. Information We Collect No Personal Data Collected Cube Keyboard does not collect, store, or share any personal information. The app functions entirely on your device and does not transmit any data to external servers. No Keyboard Input Logging Cube Keyboard does not record, store, or track what you type. All keystrokes remain private and are only sent to the active text field within your selected app. 2. Permissions & Full Access Why Does Cube Keyboard Request "Full Access"? Some apps require "Allow Full Access" for third-party keyboards to function properly. If you enable this setting, Cube Keyboard can be used across more apps. However, even with Full Access: We do not collect or transmit keystrokes We do not access any personal data No internet connection is used for keyboard operations Enabling Full Access is optional, and Cube Keyboard will still function in many apps without it. 3. Data Sharing & Third Parties Cube Keyboard: Does not share data with third parties Does not use analytics or tracking services Does not display ads or collect advertising data Your privacy is 100% respected at all times. 4. Children's Privacy Cube Keyboard is safe for all ages. Since the app does not collect any data, there are no risks related to children's privacy. 5. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us: Email: appkeyboards@gmail.com We are committed to keeping Cube Keyboard secure and private for all users. 6. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date" at the top. By using Cube Keyboard, you agree to this Privacy Policy. This ensures compliance with Apple's App Store privacy requirements while making it clear that your app does not collect any user data. Let me know if you need any adjustments!

Screenshots

Cube Timer4 screens
Cube Keyboard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cube Timer at Free against Cube Keyboard's $0.99. Cube Keyboard's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Cube Timer is free to download; Cube Keyboard costs $0.99 up front. Cube Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Cube Keyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Keyboard has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Timer ships an update fortnightly, Cube Keyboard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cube Timer versus Cube Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube TimerCube Keyboard
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings211 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan AugustyniakShawn Boucke

Customer experience

Cube Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Cube Keyboard

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Cube Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Pro2 variants$2.997 Days
  • Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Access to all features3 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Pro$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro$0.99
None

Cube Keyboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Timer free?
Cube Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cube Keyboard free?
Cube Keyboard costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cube Timer or Cube Keyboard?
Cube Keyboard is rated higher. Cube Timer averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Cube Keyboard averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.
Do Cube Timer or Cube Keyboard have ads?
Neither Cube Timer nor Cube Keyboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Timer or Cube Keyboard?
Cube Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Cube Keyboard every 2 days. Most recently, Cube Timer was updated on August 29, 2026 and Cube Keyboard on September 12, 2026.

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