Comparison

Magic Cube Solver & Timer vs CubeLab

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

Head to head
About

Magic Cube Solver & Timer

Master cubing with this app's virtual gameplay, smart camera scanning, and fast solver for 2x2 to 5x5 cubes. Learn algorithms, practice patterns, and improve your solving speed with interactive tools.

Highlights
  • Virtual cube gameplay
  • Smart camera color detection
  • Fast solver for 2x2 to 5x5 cubes
  • 160+ patterns and variations
  • Algorithm tutorials
Features
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Master the Cube — Fast, Accurate, and Intuitive Cube Solving Unlock the full power of Cube solving with our advanced Cube Solver app, now featuring virtual gameplay, smart camera scanning, and support for 2x2 to 5x5 cubes. Whether you're a beginner or a speedcuber, this is the ultimate tool to elevate your cubing experience — all in a one-time purchase, with no subscriptions required. Key Features 1. Virtual Cube Game – Play and Learn Interactively Experience hands-on cube practice with our interactive virtual cube. Rotate individual layers naturally with intuitive gestures. Try solving manually, practice algorithms, or simply enjoy the feel of a real cube — anytime, anywhere. 2. Smart Camera Scan – Fast, Automatic Color Detection Say goodbye to tedious manual input. With our advanced camera scanning system, the app automatically: Detects the cube’s shape and contours, Captures face colors instantly, Eliminates the need for face-by-face confirmation. Perfect for real-world cubes — scan and solve in seconds. 3. Lightning-Fast Solving – From Beginner to Expert Our powerful solver engine delivers blazing fast results: 2x2 Cube: ~12 moves in under 0.1 seconds 3x3 Cube: ~20 moves in under 0.1 seconds 4x4 Cube: ~40 moves in under 0.1 seconds 5x5 Cube: ~70 moves in 0–3 seconds Built for both speed and accuracy — optimized for all cube sizes. 4. 160+ Patterns & Variations Included Explore over 160 built-in cube patterns and shapes — perfect for learning new configurations, practicing reverse engineering, or creating beautiful shapes like checkerboards and crosses. 5.Here, by studying tutorials on algorithms and formulas, you can manually solve the Cube yourself, while simultaneously mastering various techniques and patterns. User Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CubeLab

This app helps you solve Rubik's Cubes using your phone's camera or manual input. It provides step-by-step 3D instructions, a virtual cube for practice, and guides for creating patterns.

Highlights
  • Camera cube scanning
  • Manual color input
  • Step-by-step 3D solutions
  • Virtual cube practice
  • Built-in timer
  • Pattern guides
Features
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Got a cube that feels impossible to solve? CubeLab is here to help. Scan your cube with the camera or enter the colors manually, then follow simple step-by-step 3D instructions to solve it at your own pace. SOLVE WITH GUIDANCE From easy scrambles to tricky ones, CubeLab shows you each move clearly so you always know what to do next. PRACTICE YOUR WAY Use the built-in timer and virtual cube to practice whenever you want. Take your time, repeat moves, and get more comfortable with every solve. PLAY WITH A VIRTUAL CUBE No cube nearby? Scramble, rotate, undo, reset, and practice directly in the app. LEARN COOL PATTERNS Discover fun cube patterns and follow animated steps to create them yourself. • Camera scan or manual color input • Clear step-by-step 3D solutions • Support for tricky scrambled cubes • Timer for practice sessions • Interactive virtual cube • Fun pattern guides Scan, learn, practice, and solve—even when it looks difficult. Privacy & Terms https://cemsoftwareltd.com/term.html https://cemsoftwareltd.com/privacyPolicy.html

Screenshots

Magic Cube Solver & Timer4 screens
CubeLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CubeLab at 4.2 against Magic Cube Solver & Timer's 2.6. CubeLab also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (56 vs 16). Magic Cube Solver & Timer's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, 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. Magic Cube Solver & Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 2 months and CubeLab sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CubeLab holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 56 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Magic Cube Solver & Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of CubeLab's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic Cube Solver & Timer ships an update fortnightly, CubeLab every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Magic Cube Solver & Timer versus CubeLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic Cube Solver & TimerCubeLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (16 ratings)4.2 (56 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1656 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB127 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer铸前 高CEM SOFTWARE LTD

Customer experience

Magic Cube Solver & Timer

All ratings16 ratings
Positive31.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative56.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%

CubeLab

All ratings53 ratings
Positive77.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative20.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Magic Cube Solver & Timer

Subscriptions6
  • TwoMonth Sub$1.992 Months
  • ThreeMonth Sub$2.493 Months
  • Week Sub$3.497 Days
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  • SixMonth Sub$3.496 Months
  • Month Sub$6.991 Month
  • Annual Sub$13.991 Year
One-time1
  • lifetime use$17.99
4 purchases

CubeLab

Subscriptions4
  • weekly trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Cube Solver Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • yearly$19.991 Year
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  • Cube Lab Premium$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Magic Cube Solver & Timer free?
Magic Cube Solver & Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CubeLab free?
CubeLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Magic Cube Solver & Timer or CubeLab?
CubeLab is rated higher. Magic Cube Solver & Timer averages 2.6 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while CubeLab averages 4.2 from 56 ratings.
Do Magic Cube Solver & Timer or CubeLab have ads?
Magic Cube Solver & Timer shows ads; CubeLab does not.
Which is updated more often, Magic Cube Solver & Timer or CubeLab?
Magic Cube Solver & Timer ships an update fortnightly, and CubeLab every 2 weeks. Most recently, Magic Cube Solver & Timer was updated on November 4, 2026 and CubeLab on November 5, 2026.

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