Michael Wimberly
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MoYu AoSu V7
I got the single-track UV version, so that's what I am reviewing.
The MoYu AoSu V7 is widely known as one of the best 4x4s ever, and after using one for a few days I can say that I agree with that statement. While this is an amazing 4x4, there are a couple of major problems that I want to address. But first, let's talk about the good things.
The strongest things that this 4x4 has going for it are that it is very stable, flexible, and incredibly resistant to popping and catching. All of this for a price of $20, or $25 if you want UV coating. For the price, this is truly an amazing 4x4. While solving, I have never had any weird catches that tend to happen on other 4x4s where the small hidden pieces on the inside get jammed. Because of the stability, I feel comfortable keeping it looser without fear of catches or pops. Forwards corner cutting is impressive, reaching almost 45 degrees. The strong inner layer magnets in combination with the weaker outer layer magnets and wider outer layers makes the 3x3 stage very easy. This cube is very fast, which I am not exactly used to as I tend to prefer more controllable big cubes (counting 4x4 as a big cube here). I will probably put in some more controllable lubes.
Now, let me talk about the 2 big problems that I have with this cube.
The first problem is related to corner cutting. You may notice that I didn't mention reverse corner cutting. That is because this 4x4 has some absolutely horrendous reverse corner cutting. While I can get my QiYi M Pro V2 4x4 to get line-to-line reverse corner cutting, I struggle to get this 4x4 to do anything past half a piece reverse, as the pieces tend to get in the way of each other causing it to lock up a little.
The second problem I have with this 4x4 is spring noise. Never before have I experienced spring noise on a 4x4. However, when I turn this 4x4, I hear (and feel!) some of the loudest, most disgusting spring noise I have ever heard on any cube. It sounds and feels like the spring is grinding away at the plastic on each turn. I put a considerable amount of lube in the springs, which dampened the noise a little, but not completely. I am worried that the springs will eventually eat the plastic completely, which is a problem I have heard about happening to Meilong big cubes. I am hoping that never happens, because I don't have a solution for it.
Overall, even with those problems, this is an absolutely fantastic 4x4. It has some amazing performance that is unrivaled in any 4x4 I have ever used. I am sure that this cube will remain at the top of the market for years to come.
DaYan Pyraminx V3
The DaYan Pyraminx V3, despite not being very well-known, is a very amazing Pyraminx that I think more people should seriously consider when buying a pyraminx.
In terms of Pyraminx, there are 2 widely known and very popular choices: the Gan and MoYu WeiLong Pyraminxes. Most other pyraminxes will either be compared to either the Gan or MoYu, the Gan being more soft and controllable and the MoYu being more crisp and fast. The DaYan Pyraminx V3 is definitely much closer to the Gan than the MoYu, as it is very soft and controllable.
This pyraminx has moderately strong magnets between the main pieces and weak tip magnets. The core magnets are adjustable, which, in my opinion, is a good thing. The dual adjustment system, with 6 settings for center travel and 8 settings for compression, provides a wide range of different feels, from loose to tight and slow and controllable to fast and airy. The overall feel remains very soft throughout all settings.
The tips are definitely the weak point of this pyraminx, being slow and having weak magnets.
DaYan Skewb V2
The DaYan Skewb V2, much like their pyraminx, is not very popular or well-known compared to other options like the Gan or Weilong. Despite this, it is an amazing skewb, and I think it is even better than the Gan Enhanced, while also being cheaper.
Also like the pyraminx, this skewb is closer than the Gan than the Weilong, and that is what I will compare it to.
Compared to the Gan, this skewb is smoother and more controllable. It is also much tighter and more pop-resistant; despite this, it still has amazing corner cutting and speed. The Gan skewb is just way too loose for me, and I struggle to control it during high-pressure competition solves. This is a problem that I think is fixed perfectly with the DaYan without sacrificing speed and corner cutting.
The dual adjustment system on this skewb is the same as on the pyraminx, and provides a similar range of options. The core magnets are also adjustable. It has a moderately strong piece magnet feel, which compliments the buttery smooth feel of this skewb.
If anyone else has these cubes, I would love to hear your thoughts. And if anyone has a solution for the spring noise on the AoSu V7, please tell me.
I got the single-track UV version, so that's what I am reviewing.
The MoYu AoSu V7 is widely known as one of the best 4x4s ever, and after using one for a few days I can say that I agree with that statement. While this is an amazing 4x4, there are a couple of major problems that I want to address. But first, let's talk about the good things.
The strongest things that this 4x4 has going for it are that it is very stable, flexible, and incredibly resistant to popping and catching. All of this for a price of $20, or $25 if you want UV coating. For the price, this is truly an amazing 4x4. While solving, I have never had any weird catches that tend to happen on other 4x4s where the small hidden pieces on the inside get jammed. Because of the stability, I feel comfortable keeping it looser without fear of catches or pops. Forwards corner cutting is impressive, reaching almost 45 degrees. The strong inner layer magnets in combination with the weaker outer layer magnets and wider outer layers makes the 3x3 stage very easy. This cube is very fast, which I am not exactly used to as I tend to prefer more controllable big cubes (counting 4x4 as a big cube here). I will probably put in some more controllable lubes.
Now, let me talk about the 2 big problems that I have with this cube.
The first problem is related to corner cutting. You may notice that I didn't mention reverse corner cutting. That is because this 4x4 has some absolutely horrendous reverse corner cutting. While I can get my QiYi M Pro V2 4x4 to get line-to-line reverse corner cutting, I struggle to get this 4x4 to do anything past half a piece reverse, as the pieces tend to get in the way of each other causing it to lock up a little.
The second problem I have with this 4x4 is spring noise. Never before have I experienced spring noise on a 4x4. However, when I turn this 4x4, I hear (and feel!) some of the loudest, most disgusting spring noise I have ever heard on any cube. It sounds and feels like the spring is grinding away at the plastic on each turn. I put a considerable amount of lube in the springs, which dampened the noise a little, but not completely. I am worried that the springs will eventually eat the plastic completely, which is a problem I have heard about happening to Meilong big cubes. I am hoping that never happens, because I don't have a solution for it.
Overall, even with those problems, this is an absolutely fantastic 4x4. It has some amazing performance that is unrivaled in any 4x4 I have ever used. I am sure that this cube will remain at the top of the market for years to come.
DaYan Pyraminx V3
The DaYan Pyraminx V3, despite not being very well-known, is a very amazing Pyraminx that I think more people should seriously consider when buying a pyraminx.
In terms of Pyraminx, there are 2 widely known and very popular choices: the Gan and MoYu WeiLong Pyraminxes. Most other pyraminxes will either be compared to either the Gan or MoYu, the Gan being more soft and controllable and the MoYu being more crisp and fast. The DaYan Pyraminx V3 is definitely much closer to the Gan than the MoYu, as it is very soft and controllable.
This pyraminx has moderately strong magnets between the main pieces and weak tip magnets. The core magnets are adjustable, which, in my opinion, is a good thing. The dual adjustment system, with 6 settings for center travel and 8 settings for compression, provides a wide range of different feels, from loose to tight and slow and controllable to fast and airy. The overall feel remains very soft throughout all settings.
The tips are definitely the weak point of this pyraminx, being slow and having weak magnets.
DaYan Skewb V2
The DaYan Skewb V2, much like their pyraminx, is not very popular or well-known compared to other options like the Gan or Weilong. Despite this, it is an amazing skewb, and I think it is even better than the Gan Enhanced, while also being cheaper.
Also like the pyraminx, this skewb is closer than the Gan than the Weilong, and that is what I will compare it to.
Compared to the Gan, this skewb is smoother and more controllable. It is also much tighter and more pop-resistant; despite this, it still has amazing corner cutting and speed. The Gan skewb is just way too loose for me, and I struggle to control it during high-pressure competition solves. This is a problem that I think is fixed perfectly with the DaYan without sacrificing speed and corner cutting.
The dual adjustment system on this skewb is the same as on the pyraminx, and provides a similar range of options. The core magnets are also adjustable. It has a moderately strong piece magnet feel, which compliments the buttery smooth feel of this skewb.
If anyone else has these cubes, I would love to hear your thoughts. And if anyone has a solution for the spring noise on the AoSu V7, please tell me.
