Cube Solver vs Cube Algorithm Viewer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cube Solver
This app uses your device's camera to scan and recognize cube colors, then provides step-by-step solutions for various puzzles. It offers multiple solving methods, a timer for tracking progress, and customizable themes.
- AI camera color recognition
- Solves 2x2 to 6x6 cubes
- Supports 12+ puzzle types
- Multiple solving algorithms (LBL, CFOP, 2-Phase)
- WCA standard timer and training
- 30+ themes and backgrounds
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Cube Solver — Unlock all cube solving features Scan & Recognize Scan your cube with camera, auto-detect colors Solves Many Puzzles 2×2 to 6×6 cubes · Pyraminx · Skewb Play Even More Megaminx · Square-1 · Mirror · Cuboid · Skewb Diamond · Pyraminx Crystal · Kilominx · Rediblock · Ivy Three Solving Methods LBL for beginners, CFOP for speed, 2-Phase for the optimal solution Timer & Training WCA standard scrambles, track your progress Themes & Styles 30+ themes and gradient backgrounds • Solves 2×2 to 6×6 cubes, Pyraminx, and Skewb • Play 12+ puzzle types in interactive 3D • Three algorithms: LBL, CFOP, 2-Phase • Camera scan auto-recognition • WCA standard timer & training • 30+ themes & gradient backgrounds Privacy Policy: https://zeroplay.io/docs/legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Cube Algorithm Viewer
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CubeAlg Viewer is a companion app for speedcubers learning and practicing OLL and PLL algorithms. Browse & Learn - Browse all 57 OLL and 21 PLL cases with visual pattern previews - Tap any case to see all algorithm variations - Watch algorithms animate step by step on an interactive 3D cube - Rotate the cube to any angle to follow moves from your preferred view - Adjust playback speed from 0.25x to 2x Build Your Collection - Add your own algorithm variations to any pattern - Mark favorites and bookmark patterns to focus your practice - Search patterns by name, shape, or bookmark status - Group OLL patterns by shape, dot count, or number; PLL by permutation name - Import and export your algorithm collection in YAML format Practice - Drill bookmarked OLL/PLL patterns in sequence or random order - Step through setup and solve for each case at your own pace WCA-Style Timer - Timed solves with random WCA scrambles - Supports DNF and +2 penalties - Tracks Ao5, Ao50, and Ao100 averages - Review solve history with full scramble details - Retry any past scramble or edit recorded times All data stored locally. No account required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Cube Algorithm Viewer at every 2 days against Cube Solver's every 2 months. Cube Solver's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Cube Solver sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Cube Algorithm Viewer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Cube Solver ships an update every 2 months, Cube Algorithm Viewer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cube Solver | Cube Algorithm Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (15 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ZeroPlay Ltd. | Siu Man Hsieh |
In-app purchases
Cube Solver
- Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Lifetime$24.99
Cube Algorithm Viewer
- Small Tip$4.99
- Medium Tip$9.99
- Large Tip$19.99





