SpeedCube Timer App vs Cube Magic X
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
SpeedCube Timer App
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The ultimate, most elegant timer for speedcubers. Built entirely from the ground up for iOS, SpeedCubeTimer is the only tool you need to take your solves to the next level. Train without distractions, analyze your stats with interactive charts, and break your own limits. KEY FEATURES: β’ Precision Timer: Millisecond accuracy and official WCA inspection mode (15 seconds). β’ 1-Hand & 2-Hand Modes: Adapted to your style with custom touch zones or full-screen taps. β’ Scramble Generator: Official 3x3 sequences with a beautiful 3D visualizer. β’ History & Stats: Automatically calculates your Personal Best, Ao5, Ao12, and total mean. β’ Professional Charts: Scrub through your timeline on fluid, interactive graphs to see your real progress. β’ Customization: Stunning visual themes and dynamic backgrounds that react to your timer states. β’ iPad Optimized: Enjoy an expanded interface, perfect for viewing your charts on the big screen. THE PRO EXPERIENCE: SpeedCubeTimer is free to start training. If you are serious about your times, upgrade to the PRO version (one-time purchase, no subscriptions) to unlock unlimited cubes, multidevice sync across all your devices, the 3x3 visualizer, and CSV history export. Break your personal best today. Download SpeedCubeTimer!
Cube Magic X
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Turn a scrambled 3x3 cube into a clear solution you can follow. Cube Magic X combines camera-guided cube scanning, 11 solving methods, and an interactive 3D move player in one focused app. Capture two views of your cube, review the detected colors, and start solving step by step. SCAN WITH CONFIDENCE β’ Capture two guided views of your physical 3x3 cube. β’ Review recognized colors before generating a solution. β’ Correct individual stickers manually whenever needed. β’ Save cube states to your on-device history and reopen them later. CHOOSE FROM 11 SOLVING METHODS Start with beginner-friendly LBL or 8533. Explore speedcubing systems including CFOP, Roux, Petrus, ZZ, CEOR, Mehta, Nautilus, and LEOR. When you want a direct, efficient route, choose the Kociemba two-phase method. FOLLOW EVERY MOVE IN INTERACTIVE 3D See the cube state change as you work through the solution. Rotate the view, move between phases, jump to a specific step, or use automatic playback to follow the algorithm at your own pace. PRACTICE WITHOUT A PHYSICAL CUBE Open the virtual 3x3 cube whenever you want to practice. Scramble it, turn individual layers, undo moves, reset the cube, and track your time and move count. CREATE CLASSIC CUBE PATTERNS Build Checkerboard, Six Spots, Cube in a Cube, and Superflip with guided 3D moves. You can also enter your own cube algorithm and preview it step by step. MADE FOR EVERY STAGE β’ Beginners learning their first complete solve β’ Experienced cubers comparing algorithms and methods β’ Speedcubers exploring CFOP, Roux, ZZ, and other systems β’ Puzzle fans who want a camera scanner and visual 3D guide β’ Anyone who wants to practice with a virtual cube Cube Magic X supports English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. Core features are available without membership. Some advanced speedsolving methods require an optional Cube Magic X membership. Availability and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://infinitquantum.com/policy/cubemagic/privacy-policy-en.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Cube Magic X at fortnightly against SpeedCube Timer App's every 3 months. Cube Magic X also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SpeedCube Timer App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cube Magic X sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SpeedCube Timer App ships an update every 3 months, Cube Magic X fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SpeedCube Timer App | Cube Magic X |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 215 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pelayo Rodriguez Ribeiro | Infinite Quantum Tech Limited |
In-app purchases
SpeedCube Timer App
- Pro Version$3.99
Cube Magic X
- Monthly$9.991 Month
- Annual$69.991 Year
- Monthly Pass$19.99
- Annual Pass$99.99
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