Comparison

Cubist vs Cube Solver AI

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 â€ĸ 3×3 solver — Kociemba two-phase, solutions in ≤22 moves â€ĸ 2×2 solver — full state, every scramble solved â€ĸ Live 3D cube viewer — rotate, zoom, watch each turn animate â€ĸ Camera scanning — point at each face, Cubist reads the colors â€ĸ Color painter — tap stickers on a 2D net if you'd rather enter manually â€ĸ Beginner tutorial — learn the layer-by-layer method for 3×3 (cross, F2L, OLL, PLL) and Ortega for 2×2 â€ĸ Practice mode — try a tutorial case yourself, the app validates when you've solved it â€ĸ Two solver modes — "Fast" (shortest solution) and "Beginner" (grouped into Cross → First layer → Middle → Last layer with phase labels) â€ĸ Multi-language — English and įŽ€äŊ“中文 â€ĸ 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 Solver AI

Features
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Solve any Rubik's cube in seconds — just scan it. Cube Solver AI uses your camera to read your scrambled cube, then guides you to the solution move by move in smooth 3D. Whether you've never solved a cube or you're chasing a new personal best, everything you need is in one beautifully simple app. SCAN & SOLVE â€ĸ Point your camera — the app detects every sticker colour automatically â€ĸ Get the solution and follow it step by step with fluid 3D animations â€ĸ Replay, pause and go at your own pace EVERY CUBE â€ĸ 2×2, 3×3 and 4×4 are fully auto-solvable â€ĸ 5×5 and bigger to play and learn (5×5 solver coming soon) LEARN FROM SCRATCH â€ĸ Guided tutorials from absolute beginner to expert â€ĸ Clear lessons, verified algorithms and illustrated 3D cases SPEEDCUBING TIMER â€ĸ WCA-style timer with averages (ao5), personal bests and full history PLAY MODE â€ĸ Scramble and turn a real virtual cube, from 2×2 up to giant sizes WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT â€ĸ Free, with no ads â€ĸ Works entirely on your device — no account, nothing leaves your phone â€ĸ Premium, distraction-free design Built with care by an independent developer. Your feedback shapes every update — thank you for your support. Cube Solver AI is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the Rubik's brand.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Cube Solver AI at 2 against Cubist's —. On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference ¡ 5 level
Cubist versus Cube Solver AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCubistCube Solver AI
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
Devices—iPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChi Zhang2 fresh studio

In-app purchases

None

Cubist

No in-app purchases

None

Cube Solver AI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cubist free?
Cubist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cube Solver AI free?
Cube Solver AI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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