How to find the best 2-look OLL algorithms?

[OtterCuber]

Beginner here currently learning 2-look OLL and 2-look PLL. I just discovered that even the 2-look OLL algorithms differ depending on the source. How do I know which one is the "best"? I'm sure people will say some of the variance is based on finger style preferences or it depends on the flow of the actual solve, etc., but is there not a set of algorithms that you simply can't go wrong with? To be specific, I've been consulting the algorithms from J Perm, BrodytheCuber, and Cubeskills. Are these reputable sources, or does the forum have a better recommendation? Thanks.

 

[EvanCuber]

Well you can go to Speedsolving Wiki or Speedcube DB, which both contain libraries of algorithms. I recommend trying some of the algorithms they offer and choose which one feels best to you.

 

[OtterCuber]

Thanks for the suggestion! So I guess it really comes down to a matter of preference?

 

[ruffleduck]

Thanks for the suggestion! So I guess it really comes down to a matter of preference?

Yup. The best 4LLL algorithms are pretty well established, so you shouldn't have too much trouble finding good algorithms.

 

[Dan the Beginner]

Beginner here currently learning 2-look OLL and 2-look PLL. I just discovered that even the 2-look OLL algorithms differ depending on the source. How do I know which one is the "best"? I'm sure people will say some of the variance is based on finger style preferences or it depends on the flow of the actual solve, etc., but is there not a set of algorithms that you simply can't go wrong with? To be specific, I've been consulting the algorithms from J Perm, BrodytheCuber, and Cubeskills. Are these reputable sources, or does the forum have a better recommendation? Thanks.

Very good question, and I am interested in replies in this thread as well. I also think it would be great if there could be more sharing of experience that concern Beginners. Sometimes, the amount of material, often up to 10 years old or more, can be overwhelming and it's hard for beginners to find out what they want to know by trial and error. I encourage in particular Beginners themselves to share this, as they encounter and work out things, often with a great deal of time and effort. I also want to say I have had good advice from members here so far, like trying Colour Neutrality from the start, taking care to select a method that suits oneself before heavy investment in practice (and avoid re-learning efforts).

Your question is also applicable to Roux, as different methods are taught even for the Easy or Beginner Roux methods.

 

[OtterCuber]

Indeed, it's overwhelming when there are several algorithms to choose from, with no helpful tips like: 80% of a random sample of speedcubers use algorithm #1, the former WC uses algorithm #2, or algorithm #1 has less steps than algorithm #2 but is more difficult ergonomically, etc.

But I do understand that there is natural variance between players like finger dexterity or finger size that preclude someone from saying, "algorithm #1 is superior to every other algorithm."

 

[the dnf master]

I would say that if you are just starting to learn 2 look OLL, use something simple and reliable, like the ones you stated in your first post. Only when you get fast(or more comfortable with algs and finger-tricks etc) is when you should explore with other algs, and in that scenario use algdb or speedcubedb(i prefer speedcubedb though).

 

[OtterCuber]

I would say that if you are just starting to learn 2 look OLL, use something simple and reliable, like the ones you stated in your first post. Only when you get fast(or more comfortable with algs and finger-tricks etc) is when you should explore with other algs, and in that scenario use algdb or speedcubedb(i prefer speedcubedb though).

Thanks, that's helpful! I did begin to notice that YouTubers tend to pick algorithms that are easier to learn. I'll venture into speedcubedb after I'm familiar with those!