FanXin 1x3x3 Spinner (small)

FanXin 1x3x3 Spinner (small)

FanXin 1x3x3 Spinner (small) combines two toys in one. It is a fully functional 1x3x3 puzzle, also known as a floppy cube, with a fidget spinner mechanism built into its center piece. You can solve it like a regular cube or hold it by the center and spin the whole puzzle. This one comes in the stickerless bright color scheme, so the colors are molded into the plastic and there are no stickers to wear off or peel.

How the 1x3x3 puzzle works

A floppy cube is a single layer of a 3x3 cube. Every turn of a side face is a 180-degree turn, so the puzzle changes its state in an easy-to-follow way. Solving a 1x3x3 takes far fewer moves and algorithms than a classic cube. This makes it a good choice for kids and for anyone just getting started with puzzles. A more experienced cuber will see it as an easy break from the 3x3 or as a toy to fiddle with in your hand.

Spinner in the center piece

The center contains a piece mounted on a bearing. When you hold it between your fingers, the rest of the puzzle can spin freely. You can use this feature independently of solving, e.g. as a fidget toy to keep your hands busy at your desk or while traveling. Keep in mind that this is a budget fidget puzzle, not a speed cube with tension adjustment. Don't expect the feel or precision of flagship 3x3 cubes.

Small version

FanXin makes this model in different sizes, including a larger Jumbo version. The small version is about 7.5-7.6 cm wide and tall and only about 1.6 cm thick. It fits in your pocket and sits comfortably in your hand, even for kids.

Who is it for?

This spinner makes a great small gift, a first easy puzzle for a child, or an addition to a collection of cuboids and unusual puzzles. It is not for people looking for a cube for timed practice, as the floppy cube is not a WCA event.

Specifications

• Type: 1x3x3 cuboid (floppy cube) with a fidget spinner feature
• Manufacturer: FanXin
• Version: small
• Spinner: built into the center piece, on a bearing
• Dimensions: approx. 7.63 x 7.49 x 1.58 cm
• Color scheme: stickerless bright