Comparison

Cubist vs Cube World 3D

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

Head to head
About

Cubist

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Cubist is a free Rubik's Cube solver and tutor that fits in your pocket. Stuck on a scramble? Paint your cube's colors onto the 2D unfolded net (or snap a photo with the camera) and Cubist gives you a step-by-step solution in seconds. Watch the 3D cube rotate move by move, or step through it yourself at your own pace. WHAT'S INSIDE • 3×3 solver — Kociemba two-phase, solutions in ≤22 moves • 2×2 solver — full state, every scramble solved • Live 3D cube viewer — rotate, zoom, watch each turn animate • Camera scanning — point at each face, Cubist reads the colors • Color painter — tap stickers on a 2D net if you'd rather enter manually • Beginner tutorial — learn the layer-by-layer method for 3×3 (cross, F2L, OLL, PLL) and Ortega for 2×2 • Practice mode — try a tutorial case yourself, the app validates when you've solved it • Two solver modes — "Fast" (shortest solution) and "Beginner" (grouped into Cross → First layer → Middle → Last layer with phase labels) • Multi-language — English and 简体中文 • Works offline — install once, use anywhere NO TRACKING Cubist does not collect personal data and shows no analytics on device. Cube scans stay on your phone; nothing is uploaded.

About

Cube World 3D

This app offers a realistic 3D Rubik's Cube experience with AI-powered solving and step-by-step tutorials. It caters to both beginners needing guidance and speedcubers looking to track their progress.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D cube controls
  • AI-powered instant solver
  • Camera-based cube scanning
  • Step-by-step LBL & CFOP tutorials
  • Built-in timer and stats
  • Haptic feedback and color themes
Features
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Cube World 3D is a 3D Rubik's Cube app that fits a cube right in your pocket — solve anytime, anywhere. Swipe to twist, point your camera, and let AI guide you to the solution. Perfect for two kinds of people: - Beginners — Owned a cube for three years and still can't solve a single face? Let us walk you through it, step by step. - Speedcubers — Want to chase your PB on the subway? Built-in timer, move counter, and full stats have you covered. Features: 1. Buttery-smooth 3D controls — 60 FPS finger-tracking. Twist any direction you swipe; releases under 45° snap back automatically. More precise than the real thing. 2. God's Hand Solver — Industry-leading algorithm solves any scramble in 20 moves or fewer. Replay solutions at 0.5x to 4x speed and enjoy the magic. 3. Scan & Solve Real Cubes — Point your camera at a physical cube, give it a spin, and AI instantly recognizes all 54 stickers. Get step-by-step guidance to solve the cube in your hands. 4. Step-by-Step Tutorials (LBL & CFOP) — 7 stages with real-time 3D arrow guidance. Make a wrong move? We'll stop you before it's too late. Learn to solve — guaranteed. 5. Stats, Haptics & Sound — Every click delivers tactile Core Haptics feedback. PBs are saved automatically, and you can switch to elegant Morandi color themes for that artsy touch. --- Contact Us - Email: 410869924@qq.com - QQ Group: 1101763696 - Tutorial Video: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1cCGb6SEX5/

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cube World 3D at 5.0 against Cubist's 4.0. Cube World 3D also leads on device support. Cubist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, ratings volume and iOS requirement 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 World 3D sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Cubist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cube World 3D holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Cubist versus Cube World 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubistCube World 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings11
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChi Zhang圆 齐

In-app purchases

None

Cubist

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Cube World 3D

One-time6
  • CFOP Quest Unlock$1.99
  • 2x2 Beginner Course$1.99
  • 4x4 Reduction Course$1.99
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  • Pyraminx Course$1.99
  • Professor Cube Course$1.99
  • Tutorial Quest Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Cubist free?
Cubist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube World 3D free?
Cube World 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cubist or Cube World 3D?
Cube World 3D is rated higher. Cubist averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Cube World 3D averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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