Comparison

Cube Brain Trainer vs xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer

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

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About

Cube Brain Trainer

Features
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Think faster, not just turn faster. Cube Brain Trainer teaches you to solve the cube step by step โ€” and trains the part of solving that happens in your head: recognizing cases, recalling algorithms, and deciding your next move. Your first goal: break the one-minute barrier. A guided path from zero to full CFOP - Start with the cross and first layer โ€” no experience needed - Learn F2L, then OLL and PLL, one bite-sized case at a time - Choose your route: beginner-friendly 2-look, or the full 1-look sets - Full OLL (57) and PLL (21) case libraries, verified move by move Learn by doing, on a 3D cube - Every case comes with a memorable, verified solution - Watch the demo from any angle, pause it, turn the cube yourself - Recognition cues tell you what to look for โ€” shape and position Practice and see yourself improve - Time attack mode with phase-by-phase stats (cross, F2L, OLL, PLL) - Spot which step slows you down, then jump straight to the lesson for it - Replay any solving move by move, and re-solve a single phase to drill it - Cases fade as your memory does โ€” review them right before you forget - Streaks and progress tracking keep you coming back Honest about what it trains Your times in this app measure how fast you think โ€” recognition and recall โ€” not finger speed. That's the point: build the mental side here, then make your real cube faster with hands-on practice. Questions or feedback: lastchoice86@naver.com Rubik's Cubeยฎ is a trademark of its respective owner. This app is an independent training tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the trademark holder.

About

xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer

Features
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You never knew cubing could get this fun. An app made for everyone to enjoy, from the very beginners to the most advanced cubers who need a tactical approach to their training. Time and review A powerful timer compatible with smart cubes from every major brand. Organize your sessions, customize them to your needs, sync your solves and get fully detailed breakdowns of every one of them. Identify weak spots Millions of solves analyzed from cubers of every level, combined with your own smart cube statistics. See your strengths and weaknesses at a glance. You'd be surprised at what you can find. Trainers Every trainer in one place! Algorithm trainers for ZBLL, OLL, PLL, CLL, EG1 and EG2, as well as dedicated step trainers with options built to tailor training to your needs: step transitions, prediction, PLL time attack and much more. Play and progress Earn XP by practicing. Every solve and every rep counts toward leveling up your account. Unlock badges, play daily challenges, climb the leaderboards and share your results with your friends to see who's fastest. Multiplayer rooms Create a room, share the invite code and race your friends live on the exact same scrambles, round after round. Go 1v1 for a head-to-head duel, or open the room to a whole crowd. Score each round on a single solve or on an AO5, and watch your opponent's smart cube and time move in real time. Puzzles and algorithms Every puzzle supported, so no more hand scrambling or juggling different tools. Everything in one place, with a huge algorithm database for every puzzle and every level. Reconstructions Learn from the best! Thousands of solve reconstructions from top speedcubers. Active development xcross.gg is in very active development. New features land often, and feedback is very appreciated.

Screenshots

Cube Brain Trainer4 screens
xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cube Brain Trainer at none against xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Cube Brain Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Cube Brain Trainer versus xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube Brain Trainerxcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS15.115.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size47 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJongtaek ChoiValentin Wojtasinski

In-app purchases

None

Cube Brain Trainer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer

Subscriptions3
  • Abonnement pro mensuel14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Supporter$14.991 Month
  • Pro plan (yearly)$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Cube Brain Trainer free?
Cube Brain Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer free?
xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cube Brain Trainer or xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer have ads?
Neither Cube Brain Trainer nor xcross.gg Cube Timer & Trainer shows ads.

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