Comparison

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 vs Nathan's Cube Trainer

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

Head to head
About

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2

Learn to solve 2x2 and 3x3 magic cubes with animated 3D guides. Scan your cube with the camera or input colors manually to get step-by-step solutions. Perfect for beginners and experienced solvers.

Highlights
  • Supports 2x2 and 3x3 cubes
  • Camera-based cube scanning
  • Manual color input
  • Interactive 3D solution playback
  • Step-by-step animated moves
  • Clean and easy interface
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Solve 2×2 and 3×3 magic cubes quickly with a clear, step-by-step guide. Just scan your cube with the camera or enter the colors manually, then follow an animated 3D solution. Built for beginners and experienced solvers alike. Features: • Supports 2×2 and 3×3 magic cubes • Camera-based cube scanning for fast setup • Manual color input • Interactive 3D solution playback • Step-by-step moves you can follow at your own pace • Clean, fast, and easy-to-use interface How it works: • Choose your cube size • Scan your Rubik’s Cube with the camera or enter colors manually • Get a clear solution with animated steps Perfect for learning, practicing, or checking a solution anytime. Premium • Unlock unlimited daily solutions. • Support ongoing development and future improvements. Disclaimer This app is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Rubik’s Brand Ltd. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Nathan's Cube Trainer

This app helps cubers improve their Rubik's Cube solving skills through flashcard-style practice. It focuses on algorithm recall, consistency, and pattern recognition with custom diagrams and weak-case tracking. Features include timers, solve tracking, and Apple Watch support.

Highlights
  • Flashcard-style algorithm training
  • Weak-case tracking and review
  • Solve count tracking
  • CFOP segmented timer
  • OLL and PLL training
  • F2L animations
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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Nathan’s Cube Trainer is a recognition-focused Rubik’s Cube training app designed to help cubers improve algorithm recall, consistency, and pattern recognition through focused flashcard-style practice. Train PLL, OLL, F2L, two-sided OLL/PLL recognition, and more with custom diagrams, weak-case tracking, and Apple Watch support. Features: • Flashcard-style algorithm training • Weak-case tracking and review • Solve count tracking • Timer with saved solves and progress graphs • CFOP segmented timer to track time spent in each step of your solve • Simple OLL and PLL training (10 OLLs and 6 PLLs) • Full OLL and PLL training (72 OLLs including mirrored cases, and 28 PLLs) • Two-sided PLL and OLL recognition drills • F2L animations (37 cases) • Advanced F2L animations (91 cases) • Mirror F2L cases left/right and front/back to train all four positions • Continuous F2L practice with progression tracking • 4x4 parity training • Megaminx training • Apple Watch companion app for quick solve-count tracking without pulling out your phone, plus PLL/OLL recognition practice • Import/export support for backups The app is built around the training methods I personally developed and use every day to improve recognition, recall, and consistency while solving. Learn the algorithms, improve recognition, and watch your speed improve!

Screenshots

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x24 screens
Nathan's Cube Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 at 67% against Nathan's Cube Trainer's 0%. Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (349 vs 1). Nathan's Cube Trainer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Nathan's Cube Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 has 349 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2's written reviews are positive against 0% of Nathan's Cube Trainer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Nathan's Cube Trainer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 versus Nathan's Cube Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2Nathan's Cube Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (349 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings349 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVLADISLAVS TARASOVSNathaniel Garrett Davis

Customer experience

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2

All ratings336 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative26.7%

Nathan's Cube Trainer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2

Subscriptions8
  • Premium Weekly Access$3.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly Access$4.997 Days
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  • Premium Yearly Access3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Access7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Access$19.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Access7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime Access$19.99
  • Premium Lifetime Access$39.99
None

Nathan's Cube Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 free?
Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nathan's Cube Trainer free?
Nathan's Cube Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 or Nathan's Cube Trainer?
Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 is rated higher. Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 349 ratings, while Nathan's Cube Trainer averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 or Nathan's Cube Trainer have ads?
Neither Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 nor Nathan's Cube Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 or Nathan's Cube Trainer?
Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nathan's Cube Trainer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cube Solver for Rubiks 3x3 2x2 was updated on November 5, 2026 and Nathan's Cube Trainer on October 31, 2026.

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