Comparison

Solve Rubik's Cube vs Cubing Insight

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

Head to head
About

Solve Rubik's Cube

Master speedcubing techniques with step-by-step algorithm visualizations and detailed progress tracking. Practice specific cases to improve solve times and build muscle memory. This app offers a comprehensive library of CFOP algorithms for cubers of all levels.

Highlights
  • CFOP algorithm mastery
  • Progress tracking analytics
  • Complete algorithm library
  • Step-by-step visualizations
  • Targeted practice modes
  • Multiple algorithm variations
Features
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Master CFOP algorithms and improve your solve times with Deddal—the speedcubing training app designed to help you get faster. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Monitor your skill level and see which algorithms you've mastered. Track improvement across F2L, OLL, and PLL cases with detailed analytics. COMPLETE ALGORITHM LIBRARY Access all CFOP cases—F2L, 2-Look OLL/PLL, and full OLL/PLL sets. Browse multiple algorithm variations per case to find solutions that match your solving style. VISUAL LEARNING Watch step-by-step algorithm visualizations. Understand move sequences, learn execution flow, and build muscle memory with interactive playback. FOCUSED PRACTICE Train specific case sets, drill weak spots, and build pattern recognition speed with targeted practice modes. Built by cubers, for cubers. Clean interface, fast performance, and features that actually help you improve. --- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Cubing Insight

This app provides a fast, focused timer for speedcubing with features like WCA inspection, lap tracking, and live statistics. It also includes tools for progress tracking, session organization, and learning cube notation, with advanced trainers available via a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • Hold-to-start timer with WCA inspection
  • Lap Tracker for solve splits
  • Live ao5 and ao12 statistics
  • Personal-best tracking and progress trends
  • Multiple puzzle support with scrambles
  • Cube notation guide with 3D preview
  • OLL, PLL, and COLL trainers (Pro)
Features
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Cubing Insight is a fast, focused timer for speedcubing — built to feel instant and stay out of your way. TIME YOUR SOLVES • Hold-to-start timer with a crisp, full-screen display • WCA inspection mode with +2 and DNF handling • Space-bar start/stop with a connected keyboard • Lap Tracker to see your Cross / F2L / OLL / PLL splits KNOW YOUR PROGRESS • Live ao5 and ao12 right under the timer • A full statistics screen: best single, mean, standard deviation, DNF rate, time distribution, and a progress trend • Personal-best tracking and daily averages STAY ORGANIZED • Separate practice sessions so your averages reflect one sitting • Multiple puzzles: 3x3, 2x2, and Pyraminx, each with correct scrambles and a 2D scramble preview • A dedicated Scramble screen when you just want a scramble • A cube notation guide with a 3D cube that shows you each move • Export and import your times to move them between devices CUBING INSIGHT PRO (one‑time purchase) • OLL, PLL and COLL trainers — drill every last-layer case with recognition practice and per-case times • 2-Side PLL Recognition — identify a case from two sides, with per-case accuracy and speed tracking, timed tests and a colour-neutral option • Cross Trainer — see the shortest cross on every colour for a scramble, and step through it move by move on a 3D cube • Full algorithm lists for OLL, PLL and COLL, with your own algorithms saved • Unlimited practice sessions • Timer color themes No account, no ads, no tracking. Your data stays on your device.

Screenshots

Solve Rubik's Cube4 screens
Cubing Insight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cubing Insight at 5.0 against Solve Rubik's Cube's 4.8. Solve Rubik's Cube's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Solve Rubik's Cube sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Cubing Insight sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cubing Insight holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Solve Rubik's Cube versus Cubing Insight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolve Rubik's CubeCubing Insight
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.218.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTropheeAustin Mitchell

Customer experience

Solve Rubik's Cube

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Cubing Insight

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Solve Rubik's Cube

Subscriptions6
  • Advanced$1.997 Days
  • Advanced$3.991 Month
  • Pro$4.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Pro$9.991 Month
  • Advanced$39.991 Year
  • Pro$99.991 Year
1 purchases

Cubing Insight

One-time1
  • Cubing Insight Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Solve Rubik's Cube free?
Solve Rubik's Cube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cubing Insight free?
Cubing Insight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Solve Rubik's Cube or Cubing Insight?
Cubing Insight is rated higher. Solve Rubik's Cube averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Cubing Insight averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Solve Rubik's Cube or Cubing Insight have ads?
Neither Solve Rubik's Cube nor Cubing Insight shows ads.

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