Comparison

acubemy vs Zkt Timer

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

Head to head
About

acubemy

This app connects to your Bluetooth smart cube to analyze every solve, providing detailed breakdowns of your performance. It offers WCA-compliant scrambles, stats tracking, algorithm training, and competitive modes like PvP and tournaments.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth smart cube connectivity
  • Full solve reconstruction and analysis
  • WCA-compliant scrambles with countdown
  • Detailed stats and insights
  • Algorithm trainer with spaced repetition
  • Real-time PvP races
  • Online tournaments with prizes
Features
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Set your target time. acubemy tells you exactly what's holding you back. Connect your Bluetooth smart cube and get a full solve reconstruction after every attempt, based on 25M+ analyzed solves. acubemy breaks down every step with split times and separates recognition from execution so you know precisely where your seconds are going. Free to use. No ads. ------------ CONNECT YOUR CUBE Works with all Bluetooth smart cubes including GAN, MoYu, QiYi, GoCube and Giiker. Just connect and start solving. CUBE TIMER WCA-compliant random-state scrambles with inspection countdown. Every solve is saved with full move data for replay and analysis. STATS & INSIGHTS Track averages, personal bests, TPS and move counts over time. See which steps and algorithm cases cost you the most time and target them directly. ALGORITHM TRAINER Spaced repetition schedules reviews when you need them. Covers CFOP, Roux and ZZ. Jump from any case straight into targeted practice. PVP Race head-to-head against other cubers on the same scramble in real-time. TOURNAMENTS Biweekly online tournaments with multiple elimination rounds, global rankings and prizes. DAILY SCRAMBLE One scramble per day, shared globally. See where you rank on the leaderboard. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Zkt Timer

This app is a comprehensive speedcubing platform for enthusiasts. It offers training tools, detailed performance analysis, and features for participating in and tracking global competitions. Users can connect smart hardware, practice algorithms, and engage in multiplayer challenges.

Highlights
  • WCA competition hub with live tracking
  • Smart cube and gyroscope integration
  • Phase analysis for split times
  • Algorithm trainer with visualization
  • Multiplayer and 1v1 battle modes
  • Customizable interface and themes
Features
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Zkt Timer is not just a stopwatch; it is a professional speedcubing ecosystem that blends training, analysis, and global competition into one single platform. Designed by a cuber, for cubers who demand the best. LIVE WCA COMPETITION HUB (WCA LIVE & BEYOND) Manage and track all official competitions worldwide directly from your pocket. • Real-Time Notifications: Get instant alerts when your favorite competitors' results are entered, a new round begins, or a new PB (Personal Best) is achieved. • WCA Live Integration: Access round-by-round live rankings, progress charts, and follow your rivals' performances second by second. • Personal PB Tracking: Fully synchronized with the WCA database to automatically reflect your official results, world ranking, and medal history on your profile. • Competitor Benchmarking: Compare your times side-by-side with any WCA athlete in the world, and analyze your strengths and weaknesses. SMART HARDWARE & TECHNICAL DEPTH Merge cutting-edge technology with your physical cube. • Smart Cube & Gyroscope: Seamless connection with GAN Cube (Gen2/3/4, GAN12 uiM, etc.) models. View every move and rotation of your cube on the 3D screen without lag using gyroscope data. • Phase Analysis: Don't just see your "final time." View your Cross, F2L (pair by pair), OLL, and PLL split times with millisecond precision to discover exactly where you can improve. • StackMat & Manual Entry: Connect your professional StackMat timer hardware or use manual entry mode to keep records anytime, anywhere. ALGORITHM TRAINER & ADVANCED STATISTICS • Comprehensive Algorithm Sets: Master OLL, PLL, F2L, ZBLL, COLL, and more. Pattern visualization and dedicated "drill" modes for every algorithm. • Data Visualization: Track your Ao5, Ao12, Ao100, and lifelong progress charts. Your solutions and settings are always safe with cloud-based synchronization. • 3D Scramble Preview: Inspect scramble algorithms in 3D with TwistyPlayer support and plan your solution strategy (inspection) digitally. SOCIAL COMPETITION & MULTIPLAYER • Friendly Rooms: Solve the same scramble simultaneously with friends. Watch live who is inspecting and who is solving, and fuel the competition with in-room chat. • 1v1 Battle Mode: Duel with a friend side-by-side on the same device; turn training into fun with independent timers and win-streak tracking. "UNDERGROUND" AESTHETIC & CUSTOMIZATION Modify the interface entirely to match your style. • Custom Dark Theme: A professional RGB 18, 20, 28 "Underground" interface that is easy on the eyes. • Advanced Typography: Modern, legible font options like JetBrains Mono, Fira Code, and Roboto Mono. • Total Control: Personalize everything from timer size to scramble text layout and color schemes. Explore: zktimer.app User agreement: https://zktimer.app/terms Official Rules: Full compliance with WCA standards (Inspection, Penalty, Scramble).

Screenshots

acubemy4 screens
Zkt Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: acubemy at 21 against Zkt Timer's 3. On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. acubemy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Zkt Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for acubemy against 5.0 for Zkt Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: acubemy has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

acubemy ships an update every 10 days, Zkt Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
acubemy versus Zkt Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteracubemyZkt Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (21 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB51 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTan GrumserIBRAHIM YILDIZ

Customer experience

acubemy

All ratings21 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Zkt Timer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

acubemy

Subscriptions4
  • Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Supporter (Monthly)7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Supporter (Yearly)7 Days trial$149.991 Year
3 purchases

Zkt Timer

Subscriptions2
  • ZKT Timer Pro$1.991 Month
  • ZKT Timer Pro$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • ZKT Timer Pro Life Time$29.99

Questions

Is acubemy free?
acubemy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zkt Timer free?
Zkt Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, acubemy or Zkt Timer?
acubemy and Zkt Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 21 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do acubemy or Zkt Timer have ads?
Neither acubemy nor Zkt Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, acubemy or Zkt Timer?
acubemy ships an update every 10 days, and Zkt Timer every 6 days. Most recently, acubemy was updated on September 18, 2026 and Zkt Timer on September 13, 2026.

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