Diansheng Googol Magnetic 3x3 (9 cm)

DianSheng Googol 9cm Magnetic 3x3

DianSheng Googol 9cm Magnetic 3x3 is a big 3x3 cube from the Googol series. The series comes in 7, 8, 9 and 10 cm sizes. This version has a 90 mm edge, which is more than one and a half times the size of a typical speedcube (approx. 56 mm). Despite its size, it is built like a speedcube: it comes with factory-installed magnets and a tension adjustment system. The version we offer is stickerless bright, so there are no stickers that could wear off.

How does a big 3x3 cube turn?

You will feel the difference as soon as you pick it up. The cube is noticeably bigger and heavier than a standard 3x3, and you need to spread your fingers wider to turn a layer. According to user reviews, it turns surprisingly well for its size and is fine for regular solving. The magnets help the layers settle into place, so your moves feel more confident than on big cubes without magnets. Some users also note that people with smaller hands find it hard to solve quickly, and that lubing improves the smoothness of the turns.

Mechanism and adjustment

• Magnets installed at the factory, so you don't have to add them yourself.
• Adjustment system which, according to distributors, lets you change the mechanism settings in 10 positions. This way you can set the cube up for looser or tighter turning.
• Teardrop-shaped pieces ("teardrop"), which according to the manufacturer are designed to make turning smoother.

Who is it for?

The Googol 9 cm is a great choice if you can already solve a cube and want something different from yet another standard-size 3x3. It is suitable for casual solving and makes an interesting addition to a collection. Its large size also makes it easier to demonstrate algorithms to others, for example while teaching or at a school club. It also suits people with big hands who find a regular cube too small. For setting time records, a classic flagship 3x3 will be a better choice. For a child with small hands, a standard-size cube is also a better pick as a first cube.

Specifications

• Type: 3x3 cube, magnetic, stickerless
• Manufacturer: DianSheng
• Series: Googol (big cubes)
• Size: 90 x 90 x 90 mm
• Weight: approx. 270 g
• Magnets: yes, factory-installed
• Adjustment: yes
• Colour: stickerless bright