Answers: Which cube should I get?

[theace]

I decided to make a thread which has all the best cubes (or at least, the most popular ones since there isn't one single best cube out there) in one place. This question comes up a lot so I thought it'd be easier to just direct people to a thread rather than answer one question a hundred times.

I'll start off the cubes that I like the most. If there is better stuff, post it, I'll include it here. I'm thinking about putting in some review links and all as well.

3x3x3

DaYan GuHong


My Opinion: This is the BEST speed cube out there. It has exceptional corner cutting (45 degrees or more, depending on tension), is very smooth and hardly pops (if ever, again, depending on tension). The sticker quality is really good. I've had it for a little over a month now and it has never disappointed me. Due to it's reverse corner cutting ability (about 20 degrees or so, depending on tension) it makes a very good cube for OH. The pointy edges are a little uncomfortable for me though.
Reviews: Camcuber's Review, KylerV's Review
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It's a great cube... But whatever lube I put in it seems to have made it legendary. Problem: Having trouble replicating this phenomenon with other people's GuHongs

When you first get it it's pretty average. But after you lube it is insane, Cuts more than 45 degrees and never locks up.

Buy it Here: Black / White, Stickerless (Competition Illegal)

Dayan LunHui


My Opinion: I'm still waiting for mine to arrive, so no reviews as yet. i do expect this cube to be amazing though, as it is the next installment from DaYan (who have a reputation for making some of the best cubes ever). A key feature of this cube is that it has "sausage" or "torpedo" like attachments on the edges making it VERY hard to pop. At fairly tight tensions, it is pretty much up-popable.
Reviews: TheRealJCube's Review, nat4sail's Review
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IMHO - LunHui and GuHong are 2 "different" cubes for different types of cubers. They perform differently.
The LunHui is more for cubers who prefer really loose cubes (at which tension the GuHong will pop when cuber goes fast). Those who prefer tighter tensions should opt for the GuHong.

Buy it Here: Black, White, Black [DIY], White [DIY]

DaYan LingYun


My Opinion: Supposedly an upgrade to the GuHong, the LingYun disappointed me quite a bit. It is fast, no doubt; but too much so. A single U flick resulted in a U2. I couldn't really control this cube too well. Besides, it pops quite a bit if you abuse a cube like I do. For me, the cube just explodes. If you like clicky feeling cubes that cut well, this would be a good choice. But only if you are an accurate turner and are gentle with cubes. This thing can't handle rough usage.
Reviews: Camcuber's Review & Comparison to the GuHong, lilboombastix's Review
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Buy it Here: Black / White

Type A - V


My Opinion: I haven't really used this cube, so I can't give you a first hand opinion. However, It's supposed to be a really good cube, specially with the HaiYan Memory Mod.
Reviews: Thrawst's Review, PestVic's Review
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The mod helps reduce the lockups, but they still tend to happen. If you mod it in the way such that there are very few lockups, then the cube becomes unstable and tends to pop a lot.

Best cube I've tried. Modding it and breaking it in reduces lockups by a lot, and makes it feel quite a bit less clicky.

Buy it Here: Black DIY, Black NIB, White DIY, White NIB

Type F - II (Sheng En)


My Opinion: One of the best cubes I have used. Though it doesn't compare to the GuHong, this is still a VERY good cube. It cuts corners very well, is very smooth and never pops (depends on the tension though). I like the round edges that it has. It makes the cube quite comfortable. However it has 2 big flaws:

1. The caps ALWAYS fall off, which means that you'll have to glue them on to the pieces using PVA glue or something like Blue Tac (Unless you want to use the cube to smuggle drugs :P)
2. The sticker quality is downright HORRID! The stickers on mine went completely WHITE in about a week of moderate to heavy use. If you get this cube, do pick up a set of stickers as well. You can get them at LighTake or Cubesmith.

Reviews: PestVic's Review, LubeTheCube's Review
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Locks up like crazy...and the caps fall out...so I quite dislike it.

It's a really nice cube. I like the feel of it and the speed, but I can't seem to get good times with it.

Very fast and smooth. Reasonably cheap. Also the cube comes pre assembled and lubed out of the box and the tensions are perfect from the start. The stickers are terrible as mentioned. Also don't be put off by the Guhong Hype. This is a very good cube and the second fastest 3x3 single right now, Rowe Hessler's 6.94 was done on an F-II.

Buy it Here: Black, White

Ghost Hand - I (Gui Shou)

My Opinion: This is one of the best "low budget" cubes I have used. It turns well and has a decent cutting ability. The stickers have a weird (but great) feel to them. They have a matte finish which eliminates glare, making spotting colours slightly easier. This cube, as compared to the Ghost Hand - II is much more balanced in terms of Speed : Cutting ability. Fir me, it locks up far less than the Ghost Hand - II. And it comes with a free pouch haha! I would recommend this cube for beginners.
Reviews: thebackflipmaster's Review, PatrickHandojo's Review
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Buy it Here: Black, White, Purple (?!)

Ghost Hand - II (Gui Shou)


My Opinion: This is a cube i would recommend for beginners. It has a strange, "airy" feel to it. After lubing, it turns almost effortlessly. However, I feel it is imbalanced in terms of Speed:Cutting ability. The cube is much faster than the Ghost Hand - I, but the cutting hasnt been significantly improved which gives rise to quite a lot of lock ups. The matte stickers of the Ghost Hand - I have been replaced by normal stickers as well. The cube pops when it is loose but performs well at moderately tight tensions. Personally, I am not a big fan of this one though I feel it's a good cube to start out with.
Reviews: PestVic's Review, thebackflipmaster's Review
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Not quite as enthusiastic about the ghost hand II as you are, but I'd say that's a valid assessment

Buy it Here: Black

4x4x4

X - Cube 4


My Opinion: It's like a massively buffed (and hyped) 4x4. The small size makes it very comfortable. it cuts very well and IMO is the best possible 4x4 I have personally used. With loose tensions, however, it tends to explode (not pop). Once you get the tensions right, though. It's an amazing cube.
Reviews: masterofthebass's Review, tall50001's Review
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Buy it Here: Black, White

DaYan / MF8 4x4


My Opinion: Again, I don't own one, so I can't speak about it. However, from what I've heard, this cube is tops. It is smooth and cuts quite well. However, it is rather heavy and does pop sometimes. I guess it should be a really good cube. I mean, Hey! Didn't Faz use it to set the 4x4 WR?
Reviews: masterofthebass's Review, 0WaM9's Review
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So, I got a dayan 4x4... It's really nice compared to my QJ, but it just pops like crazy.

Buy it Here: Black

ShengShou 4x4

My Opinion: This cube is the best possible 4x4 you can get at the price it sells at. It has a decent cutting ability but feels rather cheap. The mechanism is similar to that of a V and X Cube. At factory tensions, it doesn't pop too much but it does lock up now and then. The outer layers, for me are too clicky and "rough". THe inner ones, unlike the X Cube are surprisingly smooth. There is a MOD, however, to get rid of most of the bumpiness...
Reviews: Camcuber's Review, tall5001's Review
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The shengshou 4x4 has a v-cube type mechanism but unlike the Maru, it has more like a flimsy kind of feel. The outer layer are quite clicky but the inner layers turn like a dream. Corner cutting is not bad, about 3/4 piece. As for lock-ups, they do happen but not very often. This puzzle is well worth its price, about 8$.

Buy it Here: Black, White

Maru 4x4


My Opinion: I do not have one of these and so, I cannot give you a first hand opinion. However, this cube is supposed to the the one of the better 4x4s out there. It is a little pricey though. I've heard about quite a few misalignment issues with the core and centers, so you might want to think twice before buying it. However, it comes with a cool stand and some Lube!
Reviews: Thrawst's Review, MonkeyDude's Review
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Based on what I've heard, it's good, but if a piece pops out, you're quite screwed because the design is quite intricate...Plus, I had a friend whose Maru legit broke in the middle of a competition...

Buy it Here: Black, White

Mini QJ


My Opinion: This cube is good. It's very comfortable due to it's size. Unlike all the other 4x4s (which make your hands feel tiny) this one is just 3 mm bigger than a normal 3x3 making it really nice to cube with. It is really smooth and turns very well but requires a LOT of breaking in. Mine took about a day or two. The sad part is, It doesn't cut very well. If you try too hard, you might break the core (like I broke mine!). There is an entire thread HERE about how fragile this cube is. It comes with frosted stickers that give it a nice feel.
Reviews: DanielDude's Review, ecuber11's Review
Buy it Here: Black, White

2x2x2

LanLan 2x2


My Opinion: IMO, there are only 2 2x2s out there that are really good. This one, and the Ghost Hand 2x2. Both turn pretty well, have decent cutting and are nice and smooth. I'd recommend getting both of them. They aren't all that expensive anyway.
Reviews: PestVic's Review, gingerman's Review
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This thing just kinda rocks... Why don't you have it if you solve 2x2?

Buy it Here: Black

Ghost Hand 2x2


My Opinion: Like I said before, this one and the LanLan 2x2 are the best ones out there. Get either, or get both.
Reviews: PestVic's Review, AvidCuber's Review
Buy it Here: Black, White

Eastsheen 2x2


My Opinion: I have never used an Eastsheen before (and frankly, after the LanLan I don't think I'll try it and all) so I can't really say much about it. Check out the reviews and what other members have to say. I found a little Mod you might want to try (Though I don't know how effective or necessary it is).
More Opinions:

The Eastsheen 2x2 is fast, but I don't see that as a good thing... There have been plenty of times when I finish a solve and the top layer turns like 180 degrees on the landing

Reviews: rubixluver123's Review, xXdaveXsuperstarXx's Review
If anyone has this cube, please do make a GOOD review of it.
Buy It here: Black, White

5x5x5

V - Cube 5


My Opinion: I don't really solve a 5x5 yet, but as far as I know, V - Cubes re the best big cubes. They do require a Mod I think. But yeah, this is the best you could get.
Reviews: Thrawst's Review, DanielDude's Review
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Best 5x5 hands down.

Buy it: HERE

6x6x6

V - Cube 6


My Opinion: V Cubes are the way to go for anything bigger than a 5x5x5. That is all. You might want to consider this Mod.
Reviews: Thrawst's Review, MeMyselfandPi's Review
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Buy it: HERE

7x7x7

V - Cube 7


My Opinion: V Cubes are the way to go for anything bigger than a 5x5x5. That is all.
Reviews: RobH0629's Review, rubixluver123's Review
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Buy it: HERE

Pyraminx

QJ Pyraminx

My Opinion:I love the QJ Pyraminx. It turns really well and it's cheaper then the Meffert's. I prefer the one with the frosted stickers to the tiled one. It takes a TON of breaking in though. Right out of the box, It's practically horrible! But once you lube it and break it in enough it's smooth like gelato!
Reviews: 0V3RWR173D's Review, Cube Depot's Review
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I just really don't like it. I've had it for like a year and it still doesn't feel very "broken in"

If you get a good one it is amazing but the wrong one stinks

Buy it Here: Frosted, Tiled

Meffert's Pyraminx


My Opinion: I don't have one of these so I can't really give you an opinion.
Reviews: SmithSolver's Review, blizzardkb's Review
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Its more stable than the QJ but not out right better like the LL/GH thing for 2x2s

Buy it: HERE

[theace]

Reserved

[theace]

And one more, just in case.

I'm thinking of putting in people's opinions for each cube as well. If you have a review for any of these that you want me to put in, post links here. I'll add it. If you want to say anything about any of these cubes, I'll put it in as well. But keep it concise! If there are any more cubes you feel I should add, lemme know!

Yet to come:

• Square 1
• Megaminx
• Magic
• Other random, cool puzzles including:
  
  • Clock
  • Gear Cube
  • Anisotropic Gear Cube
  • Mirror Block
  • Skewb
  • Anything else you think I should put in.

UPDATE LOG
Nov 16: Added 6x6, 7x7, Pyraminx.
Nov 19: Added Meffert's Pyraminx, ES 2x2, more opinions. Corrected the SS / GS error. Added links to both Black and White cubes. Removed the V Cube 5 rip off.
Jan 1: Updated the GuHong links.
Jan 4: Added LingYun, Updated X Cube
Jun 8: Added Lunhui, Updated X Cube
Jun 9: Added Shengshou 4x4 & Ghost Hand 1. Corrected some formatting issues
TO DO:Add shengshou 5x5, figure out why the Shengshou 4x4 picture won't become smaller :|

[marthaurion]

I might post up some videos of the cubes I have later, but just my general ideas.
Guhong: It's a great cube...but whatever lube I put in it seems to have made it legendary. Problem: Having trouble replicating this phenomenon with other people's guhongs
AV: The mod helps reduce the lockups, but they still tend to happen. If you mod it in the way such that there are very few lockups, then the cube becomes unstable and tends to pop a lot.
FII: Locks up like crazy...and the caps fall out...so I quite dislike it.
Not quite as enthusiastic about the ghost hand II as you are, but I'd say that's a valid assessment
Maru: Based on what I've heard, it's good, but if a piece pops out, you're quite screwed because the design is quite intricate...Plus, I had a friend whose Maru legit broke in the middle of a competition...
Lanlan 2x2: This thing just kinda rocks...why don't you have it if you solve 2x2?

[XXGeneration]

This sounds just a bit biased, for 3x3s.

[theace]

This sounds just a bit biased, for 3x3s.

If you mean to say that I should include more 4x4s and others, do tell me what to add. i haven't used too many of the other cubes and so, I don't really have too much of experience.

Otherwise, i didn't really get what you mean

[waffle=ijm]

he's saying that those 3x3 are based on your opinion. it's called person preference and as far as I know you aren't speaking for every person here. You aren't that experienced so who's to say that your opinion is credible from cuber to cuber.

[theanonymouscuber]

F2: It's a really nice cube. I like the feel of it and the speed, but I can't seem to get good times with it.
Alpha 5: Best cube I've tried. Modding it and breaking it in reduces lockups by a lot, and makes it feel quite a bit less clicky.

V-Cube 5x5: Best 5x5 hands down.

[theace]

he's saying that those 3x3 are based on your opinion. it's called person preference and as far as I know you aren't speaking for every person here. You aren't that experienced so who's to say that your opinion is credible from cuber to cuber.

Which is why I am also putting in other people's opinions. I am also including video reviews so whoever is buying can judge for him/herself.

[waffle=ijm]

and what makes other people's opinion different? there's always going to be a variable called personal preference. For example, I hate the GuHong.