2x2 - The First Ever 2x2 Connected Cube That Allows You to Learn How to Solve The Cube! App-Enabled STEM Puzzle That Fits All Ages and Capabilities. Free App.

Discovering the GoCube Edge Full Pack has been a game-changer in our family's Rubik's Cube obsession. My nephew has recently been swept up in the Rubik's cube craze, amassing quite the collection. So when he mentioned the GoCube Edge, I, a self-proclaimed techy who usually finds these connected puzzles clunky and frustrating, had to investigate. Let me tell you, from the very first "turn", the GoCube Edge shattered my expectations. The app? Intuitive genius. Clear instructions and a thoughtfully designed interface had my nephew downloaded, connected, and competing against players worldwide in under 10 minutes, without needing a single assist from me. Smooth? Like Butter. Every twist and turn feels effortless. As he's going through the motions, you can see every move ON. THE. APP. You can even see the other player's moves as well. It's like a virtual dreamscape of Rubik's cube perfection lol. It's such a satisfying experience, and as we're all gathered around rooting for him, it makes it even more thrilling when you're seeing the movements on the Tablet placed in front of us. It's been 3 days, and he's hardly put the cube down. It's addictive fun. He's learning, strategizing, and getting better and better according to the amount of moves and time stamps displayed on his account. It's a great adventure for him. I've registered him for a competition in a couple of weeks, and guess what weapon of choice he'll be using to practice in his arsenal?! Speaking of weapons, I might just have to grab one myself. Despite my lack of interest prior to this "major event", the GoCube Edge has me excited to learn. Mixing the Rubik's cube and technology to create the GoCube is genius. Pure Genius. Its accessibility makes it perfect for any age or skill level, beginner or expert, clumsy or coordinated. It's engaging, educational, and highly entertaining (not just for the player, but for an audience as well). This product is a must have! I'll be back to upload a video of him playing in the next few days.

This product is amazing. Not in the slightest is there a single flaw. Never seen anything like it. I got it just day before yesterday, and I've spent about two hours on it. Let's focus on the beforehand, when you are just buying it. The shipping is great, it comes with air pillows to make sure it doesn't get damaged while delivery, and it shipped amazingly fast (four days). (I chose the "free shipping" option WITHOUT amazon prime) When you do get it, the packaging is phenomenal and intuitive to find out where everything is. Very easy to set up. All you need to do is download the FREE app, compatible on ANY device (I don't recommend computer!) But try mobile devices instead. (I use iPad because it has a big screen) Phone works well too. It's good for any level of cubers, whether you're an intermediate, beginner, or pro. I say this because there is literally a system of teaching the beginner method of the cube. (I already know how to solve the cube but I decided to try it out anyway.) If you are a bit more advanced, solve the cube in less than 30 seconds to unlock a hard mode. By hard mode I mean that there is a literal way to compete against other gocube users around the globe! That brings me to the phrase "hard mode." It's a matchmaking system that tests out your abilities. Solving the cube in less than a certain amount of time will unlock another mode. For example, if you need a bit more of a challenge, solve the cube in less than 30 seconds to unlock a mode where only more advanced cubers will be able to join and compete with you. There are leaderboards not only for solving the cube fast, but also for scrambling fast as well. Aside from going multiplayer, there are singleplayer things you can do in the app, such as games that make you a better cuber and are very fun. If that wasn't enough, the rotations you do on the cube literally show up on the screen in the app. Furthermore, there aren't any in-app purchases, and neither are there any ads whatsoever. The only things you have to do to start up the cube when you first get on the app is to choose the cube around you (the app scans for gocubes nearby you with bluetooth) and sign in! I definitely recommend if you have a passion for learning or showing off some skill on cubing. One last thing to make sure you don't do is to not rotate the cube until you are fully into the app. If you do move it by accident, it's completely fine though, but it will waste about five minutes of your time. TLDR: designed for any level of cubers, exceptionally intuitive to use, and overall is loads of fun! Definitely recommend as a gift for absolutely anyone!

This is a marvelous piece of technology, the cube syncs with an app on your phone and tracks every movement you make, it works very well. There is an app that will both teach you how to solve, track every solve, and let you compete against others. Things I like: * pretty hassle free, download app, create an account, easy sync up * learning app really works, after not touching a cube in decades I was solving it without help within an hour * every "official" solve is recorded with in-depth metrics, including total time, idle time, TPS, method, and splits for each method step * a real, but not super high end speedcube, it has magnets, it cuts corners, all well enough for anyone but a serious competitor (and electric cubes aren't allowed in competitions anyway) I'm getting my money's worth, but there are some things that could be better you should know about: * while the app it recognizes different methods (beginner, CFOP, presumably Roux and ZZ), it only teaches beginner...seems like it would be super easy move on to other methods (or at least CFOP) and help drill your OLL and PLL algorithms * it only does quarter move metrics * app is a work in progress, a lot of "coming soon" features * the physical orientation is tracked (i.e., which side is on top), but seems to get out of sync easily * it breaks does your solve by rotation types (R, U, F, etc.), but doesn't seem to understand cube rotations, making this info pretty useless * a lot of it is filler, I really don't want to play music with my cube * you can challenge people online, but you will often get a bot instead * has a rounded shape, I like it, but might make it harder to switch between it and other speed cubes * the cube works by detecting and relaying moves to the app, it does not remember what state it is in...if you scramble it while not connected, you have to input the state (or have it set the cube to solved) * for some features, the timer starts on your first move, for others, if you move before the time starts you forfeit, and it is not always clear which * very, very occasionally the app will get a move wrong and the cube will become out of sync

I got a couple of these as gifts for some young boys to learn. I think they're ok and probably can help. My nephew said the app and the real-time connection was a bit off. He ended up being able to solve the rubik's cube with the help of a friend more than with this, but I think it's probably useful for someone wanting to learn.

I recently got my hands on the GoCube, and I can’t stop raving about how awesome it is! As someone who always thought solving a Rubik’s cube was impossible, I was blown away by how fun and easy to learn this smart cube makes the whole experience. The moment I connected the GoCube to the app, I was hooked. The tutorials are interactive and super intuitive, guiding you step by step until you’re solving the cube like a pro. What’s even more exciting is how it turns learning into a game—tracking your progress, timing your solves, and even letting you compete with friends or other players around the world. The design is sleek, smooth, and satisfying to handle. The cube itself rotates effortlessly, and the real-time feedback from the app makes every practice session ridiculously fun. Whether you’re a total beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, the GoCube makes the whole process simple, engaging, and addictive. I never thought I’d say this, but solving a cube has become one of my favorite ways to unwind. The GoCube delivers on both fun and functionality, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a playful, brain-boosting gadget!

This cube is great. Within an hour of opening I had already solved the cube for the first time. The app shows you the steps to follow to easily solve the cube. Within a day, I could reliably solve the cube within 5 minutes, though my average times have been dropping steadily. Pros 1. Cube feels great. Compared to my trusty old Rubik's cube, this cube turns so much smoother. I find myself struggling to get my original cube to turn smoothly compared to the GoCube. I'm still learning how to flick the layers to get them to turn, which is allowing my times to drop. 2. I always believed I could learn with just the diagrams, but I was never able to see exactly how I'm supposed to move each layer. This app solves that problem because oftentimes I can just watch my phone screen to know how to move each layer. 3. The battery so far seems to last a pretty long time. I charged it when I first got it, and it has gone several days without needing charged. I play it maybe 10-15 times a day. Cons 1. Relatively minor issue, but when I first took the cube out of the box, it had something all over the cube. I'm assuming it was lubricant. I wiped off the excess and now there is no sign of it. 2. Fairly major issue: sometimes when I turn a layer fast, the cube/app does not actually track the change and I have to resync the app to the cube. The issue comes up where it gets out of sync during a "match" and there is no way to finish because the cube that is showing in the app is not in the same state as the actual cube. With the real cube solved, the app shows a jumbled mess. The only way to contend with it and not have it affect the statistics is to use the cube as a controller to solve the app's cube. All in all, I would still purchase the GoCube again even with the sync issue. It would make a great gift to someone that has never actually been able to solve a Rubik's cube.

As a newbie in the world of cubing, the GoCube has proven to be a game-changer in every sense. This smart cube seamlessly blends the nostalgic charm of traditional Rubik's cubes with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique and thoroughly enjoyable cubing experience. The GoCube's sleek design gives a modern touch to the classic puzzle. The cube's smooth, matte finish provides a comfortable grip, making it a pleasure to hold and manipulate during solving sessions. The vibrant, high-contrast colors not only add a modern touch but also enhance visibility, crucial for speedcubing. The mechanism is smooth and responsive to touch, easily manipulated with one hand or two. The integration of smart cube technology is where the GoCube truly shines. The built-in sensors and Bluetooth connectivity elevate the cubing experience to a whole new level. The real-time tracking of moves and the intuitive app interface make it an invaluable tool for both beginners and experienced cubers. The app provides valuable insights into solving techniques, helping users improve their skills over time.

For this review I will be mostly comparing the GoCube to the Gan 356i/356i Play cubes. These are arguably the two (three) leading smartcubes out there and full disclosure -- although I really like Gan cubes, I don't like the Gan's smartcubes very much. In a sentence, the GoCube is hands-down the best smartcube available overall. So why did I give it only 3/5 stars? I don't think it's the best smartcube choice for speedcubers or people who are trying to be speedcubers because this cube's design, style, turning, corner cutting, colors, etc. is not really like a standard speedcube. So if you're buying this cube to get better at speedcubing, it probably won't help. You will likely only get better at the GoCube because it's just too different of a cube to transfer any skill improvement over to regular speedcubes. First of all, it's rather pillowed (meaning the middle of the sides stick out the furthest so it feels "puffy"). Also there's is a rather distinctive corner edge frame that just shouldn't be there if GoCube was trying to make it like a normal speedcube. This edge frame makes the side and corner pieces significantly smaller than the middle/center pieces, which make it difficult to match colors to solve the cube. It appears that the first version of this cube had a silver/grey edge frame, whereas this version has a clear edge frame so it can light up. Strangely, even though the edge frame of both of these versions seems identical, the corner and edge pieces of the first version seem to be more of a normal square size than this second version which has more rectangular shaped corner and edge pieces. Performance wise as a cube, the GoCube is good, but definitely not great. To qualify that to anyone who owns several speedcubes, it's not as bad as a genuine Rubik's Cube, but it's not even close to being as good as a $6 Yuxin Little Magic speedcube. It's definitely no where near the performance of the Gan 356i or any other higher end Gan, Moyu, Qiyi, Yuxin, etc. speedcube. The GoCube is rather klacky and loud and is rather prone to locking up or at least catching unless you're very accurate with your turning (which tends to go out the window when you're trying to go as fast as possible). Again, with the design the corners are extremely rounded so it's difficult to get a good grip with finger tricks. The biggest problem with the GoCube's performance is that there doesn't seem any way to adjust it. I don't see a way to loosen or tighten the tensions, and it would seem the only way to attempt to modify or improve the performance is with lube. With almost all other speedcubes (including smartcubes) allowing for at least some method of adjustment, I'm a little surprised that this one doesn't offer anything. The packaging, presentation, and accessories are all very nice. They only include very basic instructions with it though (a quick start page). The app is the best smartcube app I've seen so far. I like it a lot better than the Gan's CubeStation app (which is pretty bad and unreliable, with a lot of it being in c). I do not like how the charging holes of the GoCube are in the middle cap on the yellow side. I think Gan did a better solution by having larger, longer prongs fit between the space between the pieces so you really can't see the charging holes at all. Did I have fun with the GoCube? Yes. It is very fun, and again, the app is great. However, since it is so different from a normal speedcube, I wasn't able to really get to my usual solving times, and when I went back to my normal speedcubes (specifically the Gan 356i Play smartcube to do a direct comparison), I quickly realized how different the GoCube actually is. If the GoCube was ~$40 I probably would've kept it. However, I simply don't benefit enough from it (other than general fun) to keep it at it's current price of $80, so I returned it.