Comparison

Rubix Cube Solver vs Nathan's Cube Trainer

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

Head to head
About

Rubix Cube Solver

Learn to solve a 3x3 cube with optimal algorithms and step-by-step instructions. Offers solvers for various cube sizes, including 2x2, 4x4, and more. Join millions who have mastered the puzzle.

Highlights
  • 3x3 cube solver
  • Optimal algorithms (22 moves or less)
  • Step-by-step movement instructions
  • Solvers for 2x2, 4x4, Void Cube, Tower, Domino
  • Algorithm details explained
Features
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More than 8 million cubes solved!!! More than 3 million people satisfied!!! You've spent hours trying to solve your cube, but so far without success? Do not give up and accept a little help! This app will help you to solve your cube 3x3. The best algorithms will find the optimal solution, with 22 moves or less! We also offer solvers for cubes of size 2x2, 4x4, Void Cube, Tower and Domino (Only the solver 3x3 is free). Want to join the millions of people around the world who know how to solve their cubes? We teaches the algorithm details along with step-by-step showing each movement. Privacy policy: https://www.dropbox.com/s/w59hfexj5xczf77/cube.md Terms of use: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bdw5mpnqdaypq8t8sa4ja/cube.md?rlkey=prxic5reiy2ujlrg365blfrhz

About

Nathan's Cube Trainer

This app helps cubers improve their Rubik's Cube solving skills through flashcard-style practice. It focuses on algorithm recall, consistency, and pattern recognition with custom diagrams and weak-case tracking. Features include timers, solve tracking, and Apple Watch support.

Highlights
  • Flashcard-style algorithm training
  • Weak-case tracking and review
  • Solve count tracking
  • CFOP segmented timer
  • OLL and PLL training
  • F2L animations
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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Nathan’s Cube Trainer is a recognition-focused Rubik’s Cube training app designed to help cubers improve algorithm recall, consistency, and pattern recognition through focused flashcard-style practice. Train PLL, OLL, F2L, two-sided OLL/PLL recognition, and more with custom diagrams, weak-case tracking, and Apple Watch support. Features: • Flashcard-style algorithm training • Weak-case tracking and review • Solve count tracking • Timer with saved solves and progress graphs • CFOP segmented timer to track time spent in each step of your solve • Simple OLL and PLL training (10 OLLs and 6 PLLs) • Full OLL and PLL training (72 OLLs including mirrored cases, and 28 PLLs) • Two-sided PLL and OLL recognition drills • F2L animations (37 cases) • Advanced F2L animations (91 cases) • Mirror F2L cases left/right and front/back to train all four positions • Continuous F2L practice with progression tracking • 4x4 parity training • Megaminx training • Apple Watch companion app for quick solve-count tracking without pulling out your phone, plus PLL/OLL recognition practice • Import/export support for backups The app is built around the training methods I personally developed and use every day to improve recognition, recall, and consistency while solving. Learn the algorithms, improve recognition, and watch your speed improve!

Screenshots

Rubix Cube Solver4 screens
Nathan's Cube Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rubix Cube Solver at 68% against Nathan's Cube Trainer's 0%. Rubix Cube Solver also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Nathan's Cube Trainer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ads, device support 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. Rubix Cube Solver sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Nathan's Cube Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rubix Cube Solver holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rubix Cube Solver has 51K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Rubix Cube Solver's written reviews are positive against 0% of Nathan's Cube Trainer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rubix Cube Solver ships an update every 2 weeks, Nathan's Cube Trainer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Rubix Cube Solver versus Nathan's Cube Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRubix Cube SolverNathan's Cube Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (51K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews68.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings51K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFelipe Braunger Valio Desenvolvimento de Sistemas LtdaNathaniel Garrett Davis

Customer experience

Rubix Cube Solver

All ratings51,085 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral3.9%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews1,755 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative26.8%

Nathan's Cube Trainer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Rubix Cube Solver

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Errors when cube colors are correctly entered
  • Incorrect solution steps for some cube configurations
  • Compatibility issues with certain cube models

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to take photo of cube instead of manual input
  • More free options for different cube sizes
  • Step-by-step learning mode for solving algorithms
  • Indication of which pieces are misaligned

Nathan's Cube Trainer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Rubix Cube Solver

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly subscription$3.991 Year
One-time5
  • Unlock all solvers$1.99
  • Premium Version$1.99
  • Premium Version$2.99
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  • Premium Version2 variants$3.99
  • Premium Version$9.99
None

Nathan's Cube Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rubix Cube Solver free?
Rubix Cube Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nathan's Cube Trainer free?
Nathan's Cube Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rubix Cube Solver or Nathan's Cube Trainer?
Rubix Cube Solver is rated higher. Rubix Cube Solver averages 4.4 out of 5 from 51K ratings, while Nathan's Cube Trainer averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Rubix Cube Solver or Nathan's Cube Trainer have ads?
Neither Rubix Cube Solver nor Nathan's Cube Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rubix Cube Solver or Nathan's Cube Trainer?
Rubix Cube Solver ships an update every 2 weeks, and Nathan's Cube Trainer every 2 months. Most recently, Rubix Cube Solver was updated on October 16, 2026 and Nathan's Cube Trainer on October 2, 2026.

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