Comparison

Cube Magic X vs CubeFlow

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

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CubeFlow

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Solve any 3x3 cube with a clear, visual guide built for beginners and experienced cubers. CubeFlow lets you scan your cube with the camera, enter colors manually in 3D or use the flat net, then follow the full solution move by move. Every step can be viewed as a 3D animation, an illustrated gesture or standard cube notation. WHY CUBEFLOW • Scan all six faces with live color detection • Enter or correct stickers in 3D and flat views • Turn rows and columns to explore the cube yourself • Generate an efficient solution for your exact configuration • Follow each move with smooth 3D animations • Switch between gesture cards and cube notation • Tap any step to inspect it and continue from there • Adjust playback speed to learn at your own pace • Keep the current step synchronized across every guide mode MADE TO BE EASY TO FOLLOW No need to memorize algorithms before you begin. CubeFlow shows which layer to turn, in which direction and how many times. Use the visual gesture guide when notation feels unfamiliar, then switch to letters whenever you want to learn the standard language of cubing. CAMERA OR MANUAL INPUT Frame one face at a time and confirm the detected colors, or build the cube manually. Color limits help prevent invalid configurations, and every captured face can be reviewed before solving. PRACTICE, DON’T JUST WATCH The interactive 3D cube also lets you move lines and columns yourself. Try your own solution, test a sequence or use CubeFlow as a training companion. Camera analysis is performed on your device. CubeFlow keeps the experience focused, fast and easy to understand. Scan. Twist. Solve.

Screenshots

Cube Magic X4 screens
CubeFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CubeFlow at none against Cube Magic X's 4. CubeFlow also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly). Cube Magic X's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). 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 Magic X sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. CubeFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cube Magic X ships an update monthly, CubeFlow daily. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Cube Magic X versus CubeFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Magic XCubeFlow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size216 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinite Quantum Tech LimitedDavid Azancot

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
None

CubeFlow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Magic X free?
Cube Magic X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CubeFlow free?
CubeFlow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cube Magic X or CubeFlow have ads?
CubeFlow shows ads; Cube Magic X does not.
Which is updated more often, Cube Magic X or CubeFlow?
Cube Magic X ships an update monthly, and CubeFlow daily. Most recently, Cube Magic X was updated on October 21, 2026 and CubeFlow on October 24, 2026.

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