Comparison

LLTrainer vs xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube

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

Head to head
About

LLTrainer

Features
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LLTrainer is a focused training app for mastering the last layer (OLL & PLL) of the 3×3 cube. Learn all 57 OLLs and 21 PLLs with smooth animations and a clean, intuitive interface. 【Features】 • Complete coverage of all OLL (57) and PLL (21) cases • Practice with reverse-generated scrambles for realistic training • Customize algorithm names to match your preference • Add and manage your own algorithms for personalized learning 【Important Notes】 • Level 1 is free for both OLL and PLL • Levels 2–5 can be unlocked via in-app purchase • All data is stored locally on your device and never shared externally 【Terms of Use】 This app uses Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ 【Requirements】 • iOS 26.2 or later

About

xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube

Features
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xcross.gg is a cube timer and speedcubing trainer for every level, from your first Rubik's Cube solve to sub-10 practice on a smart cube. Cube timer A complete speedcubing timer with random-state scrambles for every WCA event: 2x2 to 7x7, one-handed, Megaminx, Pyraminx, Skewb, Square-1 and Clock. Inspection, AO5, AO12 and longer averages, one session per event, and stats that show your PB trend, consistency and sub-X progress. Coming from csTimer? Import your history in a few taps. Smart cube and smart timer Connect a GAN, MoYu or QiYi smart cube over Bluetooth, or a GAN Smart Timer. With a smart cube, the cube timer splits each solve into cross, F2L pairs, OLL and PLL, with recognition and execution times, TPS and a full move-by-move replay. Find your weak spots Your step times are compared with millions of solves from cubers of every level, so you see where you lose time against cubers at your speed. Each solve also gets chess-style annotations that point out the good finds and the costly mistakes. Trainers Algorithm trainers for OLL, 2-look OLL, PLL, ZBLL, ZBLS, F2L pairs, CLL, EG1 and EG2. PLL recognition, OLL, PLL, EO and CP prediction, F2L to OLL and OLL to PLL transitions, PLL time attack, an inspection trainer, and cross, xcross and xxcross trainers. Algorithms A large algorithm database for every puzzle and level, with 3D previews, alternative algs and printable PDF sheets. Play with friends Create a room, share the invite code and race your friends live on the same scrambles, in a 1v1 duel or with a whole group, scored on single solves or on an AO5. Their smart cube and time move in real time on your screen. Take on the daily AO5 challenge, earn XP and badges, and climb the trainer leaderboards. Reconstructions Replay thousands of reconstructions from top speedcubers move by move, or write and share your own in the reconstruction editor. Practice tools A metronome, a pomodoro timer, PB targets and a TPS calculator, right next to the timer. xcross.gg is available in English, French, German, Hindi, Japanese and Chinese. Some features need a Pro subscription. New features ship often, and your feedback goes straight to the developer.

Screenshots

LLTrainer4 screens
xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube at every 3 days against LLTrainer's every 3 months. xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LLTrainer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LLTrainer ships an update every 3 months, xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
LLTrainer versus xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLLTrainerxcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTatsuya YamaguchiValentin Wojtasinski

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LLTrainer

One-time1
  • Premium Full Access$3.99
4 purchases

xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube

Subscriptions4
  • Abonnement pro mensuel14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Supporter$14.991 Month
  • Pro plan (yearly)$49.991 Year
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  • Supporter yearly$149.991 Year

Questions

Is LLTrainer free?
LLTrainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube free?
xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LLTrainer or xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube have ads?
Neither LLTrainer nor xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LLTrainer or xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube?
LLTrainer ships an update every 3 months, and xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube every 3 days. Most recently, LLTrainer was updated on October 28, 2026 and xcross.gg Timer Rubik & Cube on November 6, 2026.

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