Comparison

CUBE_2D Revolution vs Cubing

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

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About

CUBE_2D Revolution

Features
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"CUBE_2D Revolution" is a puzzle app that faithfully recreates the structure and logic of the world’s most beloved 3D puzzle on a 2D plane. While it brings deep, challenging gameplay by translating that classic 3D puzzle into 2D, the logical consistency of the puzzle is flawlessly maintained. Use line movements and face rotations to align the scrambled panels and solve each side. To solve the faces, the narrow "color indicators" at the edges of each panel play a crucial role. [Game Features] ・A unique puzzle system representing 3D puzzle mechanics in 2D. ・Supports both tap and swipe controls, featuring Undo and Save functions for comfortable play. ・4 adjustable shuffle levels (3, 5, 7, and 20) to customize difficulty. [About Shuffle] The title screen includes a "Shuffle" feature to randomize the panels before starting. ・Shuffle 3 Scrambles 3 times. Solvable in as few as 3 moves, giving a chess-puzzle-like feel. Ideal for beginners. ・Shuffle 5 Scrambles 5 times. Try this once you can easily clear Shuffle 3. Intermediate level. ・Shuffle 7 Scrambles 7 times. Offers a rewarding challenge for advanced players who want to ponder. ・Shuffle 20 Scrambles 20 times. For experts only. Challenge this if you are confident in your skills! [About the Undo Button] An "Undo" button is placed on the top right of the screen. You can revert up to 5 previous moves. (Available in Normal Mode and Photo Mode). Use it whenever you make a mistake or want to retry a move. [Save & Continue] ・Tap "SAVE" at the bottom right of the game screen to manually save your progress at any time. ・Data is saved individually for each mode (Normal / Time Attack / Photo). ・Simply select your mode on the title screen, turn Continue "ON", and tap "GAME START" to resume anytime. [Unlocking Modes via In-App Purchase] The core "Normal Mode" (including the Shuffle feature) is completely free to enjoy. Unlocking premium features via in-app purchase gives you access to two additional modes: ・"Time Attack Mode" for those confident in their speed and skills. ・"Photo Mode" allowing you to import your favorite images and turn them into challenging puzzles. [Educational & Brain Training Use] Great for training logical thinking and brain exercise. We hope it can also be useful in educational settings and daily mental workouts! Whether you want to relax and enjoy deep logical thinking or test your puzzle mastery, we look forward to your challenge!

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Cubing

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Got a cube but no idea where to start? Cubing is a 3D cube app that teaches you the 3×3 cube from scratch. No memorizing up front. You start with what pieces and layers are and how to turn the cube, one step at a time. ■ 8 chapters to your first solve Pieces and layers → controls → white cross → first layer → middle layer → last layer. Try every step on a real 3D cube, and get a hint whenever you're stuck. It doesn't just tell you what to do — it shows you why it works. ■ Master 119 algorithms F2L 41 · OLL 57 · PLL 21. Each case goes through three stages: learn → practice → time. The app spots your weakest group and suggests what to practice today. ■ Timer and rankings Single, Ao5, Ao12, Ao50 and Ao100. The timer starts automatically on your first turn. In the Daily Contest, everyone gets the same scramble — see how you stack up against cubers around the world. ■ Build your cube collection Wood, carbon, crystal, golden, frost… Collect and upgrade 27 different cubes. They don't just look different — turn speed and corner-cutting feel vary slightly. We kept the performance gap as small as possible, because skill should decide the result. ■ Made for you if · You bought a cube but still can't solve it, even with videos · You can solve it but can't get under 3 minutes · You want to start F2L but 41 cases feel overwhelming · You like a quick daily timing session — About purchases — Cube boxes (gacha) can be opened without paid currency. Use items earned from daily missions and rewarded ads, and a Legend cube is guaranteed within 100 opens (pity). Drop rates for every rarity are always available in the app. Purchases by minors can be managed with your store's Family Sharing, Ask to Buy and purchase restriction features.

Screenshots

CUBE_2D Revolution4 screens
Cubing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CUBE_2D Revolution at none against Cubing's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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_2D Revolution sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cubing sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CUBE_2D Revolution ships an update every 10 days, Cubing every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
CUBE_2D Revolution versus Cubing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCUBE_2D RevolutionCubing
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB43 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTABIBITOJinhwa Jung

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CUBE_2D Revolution

One-time1
  • Unlock Premium$0.99
5 purchases

Cubing

One-time5
  • 120 Crystals (Starter Pack)$0.99
  • 600 Crystals (Small Pack)$4.99
  • 1,300 Crystals (Medium Pack)$9.99
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  • 2,800 Crystals (Large Pack)$19.99
  • 7,500 Crystals (Pity Pack)$49.99

Questions

Is CUBE_2D Revolution free?
CUBE_2D Revolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cubing free?
Cubing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CUBE_2D Revolution or Cubing have ads?
Cubing shows ads; CUBE_2D Revolution does not.
Which is updated more often, CUBE_2D Revolution or Cubing?
CUBE_2D Revolution ships an update every 10 days, and Cubing every 6 days. Most recently, CUBE_2D Revolution was updated on October 5, 2026 and Cubing on October 24, 2026.

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