Comparison

CubeZX vs Cube at a Glance

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

Head to head
About

CubeZX

Features
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CubeZX helps you get more from every training session with smart cube support, algorithm tools, timing, and solve analysis. Designed for modern speedcubing practice, CubeZX lets you connect a smart cube, monitor live turns, and train with a virtual cube companion that supports structured improvement. Practice cases, refine execution, explore notation, and keep a clear record of your recent performance. Core features: - Smart cube connection and live interaction - Algorithm browsing and guided practice - Timer for solves and training sessions - Virtual cube display and playback tools - Scramble, notation, and cube workflow support - Solve history and progress review - Support for iPhone, iPad, and Mac CubeZX is built for cubers who want one place for connected smart cube training and everyday speedcubing practice.

About

Cube at a Glance

This app uses your device's camera to scan and solve twisty puzzles. It provides step-by-step 3D guidance, allowing you to follow solutions move by move. You can also manually input colors or practice with a virtual puzzle.

Highlights
  • Camera-based puzzle scanning
  • Automatic color recognition
  • Step-by-step 3D solution guidance
  • Manual color input
  • Virtual puzzle play
  • Supports multiple puzzle types
Features
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Cube at a Glance turns your camera into a puzzle-solving guide. Scan a real twisty puzzle, review the recognized colors, and follow a clear 3D solution one move at a time. You can also enter colors manually or play with the virtual puzzle. Scan and solve • Follow a puzzle-specific 3D camera guide to capture each face. • Sticker colors are recognized automatically. • Review the result and correct any color before solving. • The app validates the entered state before generating a guide. Step-by-step 3D guidance • Continue from the puzzle's current state and viewing direction. • See every move with 3D arrows, animation, and written instructions. • Move backward or forward through the guide, or use auto play. • Lightly scrambled cubes use shorter sequences when possible. Supported puzzles • 2×2×2 and 3×3×3 • 4×4×4, 5×5×5, 6×6×6, and 7×7×7 • Pyraminx, Skewb, and Megaminx • FTO and Square-1 Play and track your solves • Swipe to turn layers, drag to rotate the view, and pinch to zoom. • Use scramble, timer, move count, undo, and completion detection. • Record solves and review them later. Privacy The camera is used only for puzzle scanning. Camera frames and color recognition are processed on your device and are not saved or sent externally. Records and settings remain on your device. From your first cube to advanced twisty puzzles, scan it, understand it, and solve it with Cube at a Glance.

Screenshots

CubeZX4 screens
Cube at a Glance4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CubeZX at none against Cube at a Glance's 10. CubeZX also leads on ads (none vs shown). Cube at a Glance's advantage is iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.0). On price 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. Cube at a Glance sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. CubeZX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CubeZX versus Cube at a Glance: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubeZXCube at a Glance
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaksim KorenevODD DUCK Corp.

In-app purchases

None

CubeZX

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Cube at a Glance

One-time10
  • Unlock 4×4×4 Puzzle$1.29
  • Unlock 5×5×5 Puzzle$1.29
  • Unlock 6×6×6 Puzzle$1.29
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  • Unlock 7×7×7 Puzzle$1.29
  • Unlock FTO$1.29
  • Unlock Megaminx$1.29
  • Unlock Skewb$1.29
  • Unlock Square-1$1.29
  • Remove Home Ads$3.00
  • Remove Solve Ads$5.00

Questions

Is CubeZX free?
CubeZX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube at a Glance free?
Cube at a Glance is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CubeZX or Cube at a Glance have ads?
Cube at a Glance shows ads; CubeZX does not.

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