Comparison

Cube Magic X vs Solve My Cube

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

Head to head
About

Cube Magic X

Features
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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 • Capture two guided views of your physical 3x3 cube. • Review recognized colors before generating a solution. • Correct individual stickers manually whenever needed. • 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 • Beginners learning their first complete solve • Experienced cubers comparing algorithms and methods • Speedcubers exploring CFOP, Roux, ZZ, and other systems • Puzzle fans who want a camera scanner and visual 3D guide • 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

About

Solve My Cube

Features
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Solve My Cube is a cube solver for physical 3x3 cubes. Scan the six faces with the camera, import photos, or enter stickers manually, then review every sticker before solving. The app checks the cube state before generating a solution, including color counts, centers, pieces, orientation, and parity. Solutions run locally on device and are shown as standard move notation with step-by-step playback. Designed for a stuck cube, not speed training: one 3x3 cube, local processing, no ads, no subscriptions, and clear purchase options after three free successful solves. Features: - Guided camera scan with manual review before solving. - Photo import and manual full entry fallback. - Physical cube validation before any solve credit is used. - Local 3x3 solver with standard move notation. - Step-by-step playback for every move. - Three free successful solves, then solve-pack credits or Lifetime Unlimited.

Screenshots

Cube Magic X4 screens
Solve My Cube4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cube Magic X at 13.0 against Solve My Cube's 17.0. 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. Cube Magic X sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Solve My Cube sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Magic X ships an update fortnightly, Solve My Cube every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Cube Magic X versus Solve My Cube: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Magic XSolve My Cube
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinite Quantum Tech Limited玩星 郑

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Cube Magic X

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Annual$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Monthly Pass$19.99
  • Annual Pass$99.99
2 purchases

Solve My Cube

One-time2
  • 10 Solve Pack$6.99
  • Lifetime Unlimited$39.99

Questions

Is Cube Magic X free?
Cube Magic X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Solve My Cube free?
Solve My Cube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cube Magic X or Solve My Cube have ads?
Neither Cube Magic X nor Solve My Cube shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Magic X or Solve My Cube?
Cube Magic X ships an update fortnightly, and Solve My Cube every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cube Magic X was updated on September 20, 2026 and Solve My Cube on September 23, 2026.

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