Best GAN 3x3?

[Fukuoka Kengo James]

There are lots of GAN 3x3s released lately, including the 11, 12 & 13, and each of them have many different variations, such as UV coating, mini version...
But which one is the best GAN 3x3?

 

[Clock_Enthusiast]

Tornado V3

 

[Fukuoka Kengo James]

Tornado V3

Its my main along with the moretry tianma x3 snap, but I'm asking just because I'm curious about how do the gan cubes compare with each other

 

[gsingh]

Tornado V3

is good but doesn't compare to the Gan 11/12/13 imo.

 

[CaptainK]

I have the GAN 13 (UV), GAN 11 (frosted), and GAN Mini (UV). My favourite is actually the 53mm cube because of its size, even for two-handed, but that's probably just me. I also slightly prefer the UV coating, but I'm happy with the frosted finish too, it's not a big deal to me.

Between the standard 56mm cubes, I prefer the GAN 11 because it has a lighter turning feel. There is a small difference in weight, but I think the big difference is that more force is needed to start a turn on the GAN 13. The corner-to-core and edge-to-core magnets reeeally want the layers to stay aligned, so you have to push through it. I guess these magnets also help you finish the turn and re-align the layers, but I don't think it's necessary to the extent that the GAN 13 does. The corner-edge magnets already keep the layers aligned quite well, and the corner-cutting is very good too. I removed the corner stalks from the GAN 11 once though, and didn't like how it felt less stable, so I think the corner-to-core magnets are probably worthwhile. But the edge-to-core magnets introduced in the GAN 13 seem to be a step in the wrong direction.

I'm curious about trying the GAN 356 M or GAN 356 XS, just to see the progression. Looks like the customization features improved over the years, but what else can be improved? Surely they can't add more magnets...

 

[CatSharked]

The only one I have tried is Gan 13, but I know that Gan 11 Mini is good for OH. I voted Gan 13 because magnetic box

 

[J41]

I have the GAN 13 (UV), GAN 11 (frosted), and GAN Mini (UV). My favourite is actually the 53mm cube because of its size, even for two-handed, but that's probably just me. I also slightly prefer the UV coating, but I'm happy with the frosted finish too, it's not a big deal to me.

Between the standard 56mm cubes, I prefer the GAN 11 because it has a lighter turning feel. There is a small difference in weight, but I think the big difference is that more force is needed to start a turn on the GAN 13. The corner-to-core and edge-to-core magnets reeeally want the layers to stay aligned, so you have to push through it. I guess these magnets also help you finish the turn and re-align the layers, but I don't think it's necessary to the extent that the GAN 13 does. The corner-edge magnets already keep the layers aligned quite well, and the corner-cutting is very good too. I removed the corner stalks from the GAN 11 once though, and didn't like how it felt less stable, so I think the corner-to-core magnets are probably worthwhile. But the edge-to-core magnets introduced in the GAN 13 seem to be a step in the wrong direction.

I'm curious about trying the GAN 356 M or GAN 356 XS, just to see the progression. Looks like the customization features improved over the years, but what else can be improved? Surely they can't add more magnets...

Definitely not just you re: size!

 

[Sion]

Their best release was the Air SM.

Of the ones you listed, the Gan 11.

 

[Kaiju_cube]

I really like the Gan 11 with UV coating

the Gan 12 Chan I have is fantastic as well and I probably like it more,.. but the one I use the most is the 11 with UV coating.

The UV coating surprisingly makes it feel like a much harder plastic and not like a Gan. But it has that smooth, light, crisp turning which is really nice. Usually I think Gans feel soft when they turn. Idk why the UV coating seems to make such a difference in the feel of it, but it does.

 

[Swagrid]

Only tried 11MP and 13, 11 felt horridly flimsy and about to break to pieces at every moment. I was afraid of turning that puzzle. 13 felt nice, albeit with the typical GAN catching - doesn't catch often but when it does, it DOES.

 

[Cuber2s]

I don't really like Gan cubes, I think the feel pretty weird, but of the ones I tried, the Gan 11 felt most normal.

 

[OldSwiss]

For me the best GAN Cube is the i3 smartcube

For my "Tournament Cubes" I usually have MoYu or Tornado but 90% of my timed solves are with the GAN i3.

To be honest, the i3 is quite blocky if it's not new anymore but I think it's still the best smartcube in the moment.

 

[Fukuoka Kengo James]

I’m considering getting a UV GAN 12 Maglev. I’ve tried gan mini M pro, gan 11 air, gan 12 m leap & gan 12 maglev before and I like the gan 12 maglev the most. Never tried the gan 13 tho, but I like fast cubes and I think the speed of gan 12 maglev is just fast enough for me. Also I have kinda aggressive turning style. Should I get the UV GAN 12 Maglev? Its like $37 here, 3 times the price of GAN i Carry.

 

[NebraskanSpeedsolver]

I've tried 11MP and 12MUV, but I like the 11MP better, it feels a lot more controllable to me

 

[Bingus Ringus McDingus]

I’m considering getting a UV GAN 12 Maglev. I’ve tried gan mini M pro, gan 11 air, gan 12 m leap & gan 12 maglev before and I like the gan 12 maglev the most. Never tried the gan 13 tho, but I like fast cubes and I think the speed of gan 12 maglev is just fast enough for me. Also I have kinda aggressive turning style. Should I get the UV GAN 12 Maglev? Its like $37 here, 3 times the price of GAN i Carry.

why u complaining thats about half off for us americans

 

[NebraskanSpeedsolver]

why u complaining thats about half off for us americans

I hear you man

 

[Fukuoka Kengo James]

why u complaining thats about half off for us americans

Not just Gan 12 but UV GAN 12 Maglev

 

[abunickabhi]

It is surprising to see that Gan 11 has the most votes cast.

Even though it is an older release from GAN company.

 

[An Animating Cuber]

It is surprising to see that Gan 11 has the most votes cast.

Even though it is an older release from GAN company.

It seems the general consensus is the Gan 12 might be to catchy, and the Gan 13 though newer the auto alignment makes it too hard to initiate a turn making the 11 best.

 

[guelda]

Hi, I have all three, Gan 12 is definitely my favorite (UV coated), Gan 13 is not that good for some reason but still a very good cube of course. Oh, and Gan 11 is excellent as well.