Comparison

Cubing Chain vs GGTimer

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

Head to head
About

Cubing Chain

Features
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Cubing Chain is the ultimate platform for Rubik's Cube enthusiasts! Whether you are a beginner learning your first formulas or a pro aiming for sub-20, we have everything you need. 【Key Features】 Pro Timer: Supports all WCA events with official scrambles. Track your progress with detailed statistics. Ranked Battles: Challenge cubers globally in real-time or create custom rooms for friends. Cubing Feed: Your dedicated social wall. Share your solves, photos, and connect with the global community. Algorithm Academy: Easily record and master new formulas with our step-by-step guidance system. Safe and easy access with Google or Apple Sign-in. Spin your way to the top of the leaderboard today!

About

GGTimer

Features
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GGTimer is a precision speedcubing timer built for accurate WCA-grade timing and serious progression tracking. TIMING TO COMPETITION STANDARDS • Hold to start — release to time, tap to stop • WCA-compliant 15-second inspection with automatic +2/DNF penalties • Millisecond precision display 11 PUZZLES, OFFICIAL SCRAMBLES • 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 7x7 • Pyraminx, Megaminx, Skewb, Square-1, Clock • Full WCA-regulation scramble generation SERIOUS PROGRESSION TRACKING • Automatic session history — every solve recorded • Running averages: ao5, ao12, ao50, ao100 • Best time and overall mean always visible • WCA-rule penalty system: +2 and DNF SESSION MANAGEMENT • Multiple sessions for organized practice • Filter solves by puzzle within each session • Swipe to delete or apply penalties on any solve • View the full scramble for any past solve DISTRACTION-FREE BY DESIGN • Minimalist interface optimized for one-handed use • No ads, no subscriptions, no tracking • Designed to disappear so you can focus on the solve GGTimer is built by a cuber, for cubers. Whether you are learning your first F2L or chasing sub-10, GGTimer keeps up with you.

Screenshots

Cubing Chain4 screens
GGTimer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cubing Chain at 13.0 against GGTimer's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cubing Chain ships an update every 9 days, GGTimer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 30, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Cubing Chain versus GGTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubing ChainGGTimer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChih Chuan YangGINES GARCIA LOPEZ

In-app purchases

None

Cubing Chain

No in-app purchases

None

GGTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cubing Chain free?
Cubing Chain is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GGTimer free?
GGTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cubing Chain or GGTimer have ads?
Neither Cubing Chain nor GGTimer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cubing Chain or GGTimer?
Cubing Chain ships an update every 9 days, and GGTimer fortnightly. Most recently, Cubing Chain was updated on August 30, 2026 and GGTimer on September 17, 2026.

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