CubeRush vs FreeCubeSolver
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
CubeRush
Read full descriptionHide full description
CubeRush is the ultimate speedcubing training app for cube-solving enthusiasts of all skill levels. Master algorithms, improve recognition speed, and break your personal records with comprehensive training tools. Complete Algorithm Training - OLL & PLL Training: All 78 cases (57 OLL + 21 PLL) with visual illustrations - Winter Variation training - Skill-Based Progression: Beginner to Intermediate to Advanced levels - Multiple Algorithms: Primary and alternative sequences for every case Advanced Features - PLL Recognition Training: Interactive visual pattern recognition (Premium) - C2F2L Training: 8 progressive difficulty levels for cross improvement - Competition Timer: Millisecond precision with statistics tracking - Integrated Metronome for rhythm training Training Modes - Practice Mode: Sequential case-by-case learning - Random Mode: Comprehensive mixed training Professional Tools - High-quality SVG case illustrations - Detailed performance analytics - Bilingual support (Chinese/English) - Offline functionality - Modern touch-optimized interface Perfect for beginners learning CFOP, intermediate cubers improving speed, and advanced speedcubers perfecting technique. Transform your solving with scientific training methods. Join thousands of cubers achieving sub-20, sub-15, and sub-10 times with CubeRush! Legal Notice - Rubiks is a trademark of Spin Master Toys UK Limited. CubeRush is not affiliated with Spin Master Toys UK Limited. - GAN CUBE is a trademark of Guangzhou Ganyuan Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. CubeRush is not affiliated with Guangzhou Ganyuan Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
FreeCubeSolver
Read full descriptionHide full description
Solve your 3x3 or 2x2 cube in minutes, without paying, without ads and without an internet connection. SCAN YOUR CUBE Photograph each face with the camera or pick photos from your library. FreeCubeSolver reads the colors, checks that the cube is valid and shows which stickers to fix if something was misread. You can also enter the colors by hand. FOLLOW THE SOLUTION The 3x3 is solved in 20 moves or fewer, the 2x2 in the shortest possible number of moves. Each move is animated on a 3D cube with clear notation and a description. Step forward, step back, or let it play at your own speed. LEARN TO SOLVE IT YOURSELF Learn mode teaches the beginner method step by step, with an animated 3D demo of every algorithm. PRACTICE Generate a random scramble, apply it to your cube and solve it, or let the app solve it for you. SPEEDCUBING TIMER Time your solves with a 15-second WCA-style inspection, touch-and-hold start, and +2 and DNF penalties. See your best time and your averages of 5 and 12, with separate sessions for the 3x3 and 2x2. Your times stay on your device. CUBE BASICS A short introduction to the colors, pieces, layers and move notation. FREE AND PRIVATE - No ads, no subscription, no limits: nothing to buy or unlock - Optional tips to support the developer, which unlock nothing - No account and no tracking: no data is collected - Works completely offline - Available in 45 languages FreeCubeSolver works with standard cubes in the classic color scheme: white opposite yellow, green opposite blue, red opposite orange.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CubeRush at every 2 days against FreeCubeSolver's weekly. CubeRush also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. CubeRush sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FreeCubeSolver sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CubeRush ships an update every 2 days, FreeCubeSolver weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CubeRush | FreeCubeSolver |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days โ better | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Xiang Li | Pim van Dijk |
In-app purchases
CubeRush
- Unlock PLL Recognition$1.99
- CubeRush Pro$9.99
FreeCubeSolver
- Small tip$1.99
- Medium tip$3.99
- Large tip$8.99









