FanXin Stellar 3x3x3

FanXin Stellar 3x3x3

FanXin Stellar 3x3x3 is a budget non-magnetic 3x3 cube. It has a simple mechanism, with no Ball-Core, MagLev or compression adjustment. Even so, reviewers rate it higher than you might expect for the price. They most often praise the corner cutting, which works fully right out of the box. The cube has a matte finish and comes in a stickerless bright colour scheme.

How it turns

Users describe the Stellar as fairly fast and smooth. Corner cutting is its strongest point: the cube tolerates less precise turns well, so you don't have to align the layers perfectly before the next move. For someone who is just learning, this is a big help, because the cube catches less often.

No magnets, however, means the layers don't snap into place on their own. When turning fast, overshooting and slightly misaligned layers are more likely, and these then cause lockups. If you're used to a magnetic cube, you'll notice that the Stellar needs more control and gives a less distinct "click" at the end of each move.

Non-magnetic or magnetic?

Non-magnetic cubes turn more lightly and feel looser, but they are less stable. A magnetic cube helps you hit layer alignment and is more predictable at higher TPS. For learning to solve and casual solving, the Stellar is perfectly sufficient. A speedcuber chasing personal records will usually move on to a magnetic model quite quickly.

Who is it for?

For anyone buying their first 3x3 cube who wants to spend as little as possible. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a cube for their child that works better than an ordinary toy. More experienced cubers will find the Stellar useful as a spare cube for the backpack, for learning algorithms, or for experimenting with lube when you don't want to risk a more expensive main. It is not, however, a cube for someone looking for flagship stability and customisation options.

Specifications

• Type: non-magnetic 3x3x3 cube, stickerless
• Manufacturer: FanXin
• Size: approx. 56 mm
• Weight: approx. 75 g
• Finish: matte
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright
• EAN: 6940556102725