MoYu Meilong 10x10 V2 M Ball-Core

MoYu Meilong 10x10 V2 M Ball-Core

MoYu Meilong 10x10 V2 M Ball-Core is the magnetic version of the second-generation Meilong 10x10, MoYu's budget series of big cubes from the MoFang JiaoShi (MFJS) line. The cube measures just 69.5 mm and hides two magnet systems inside: magnets in the pieces and a magnetic Ball-Core. On a 10x10 this makes a real difference, because with so many layers it is hard to keep things in order during faster solving any other way.

A small 10x10 that sits comfortably in your hands

Big cubes can tire your hands after just a few solves. The first Meilong 10x10 measured approx. 84 mm, while the V2 is noticeably smaller and, according to the manufacturer, weighs approx. 232 g. During long solves (and a 10x10 solve is always long) this reduces hand fatigue. The outer layers are widened to make them easier to grip. The corners are strongly rounded, which is meant to improve corner cutting and reduce lockups. With pieces this small, however, keep in mind that a 10x10 requires more precise turning than a 3x3 or 4x4.

Magnets and Ball-Core: what they do in practice

• 256 magnets in the pieces help the layers settle into the correct position on their own. Each move ends with a noticeable "click", so it is easier to avoid misaligned layers, which quickly lead to lockups on a big cube.
• Ball-Core with 8 magnets, i.e. magnets between the corners and the core. They further stabilise the cube, so when you turn many layers the whole puzzle shifts less and gives a more controllable feeling.
• Screw tension adjustment lets you tune the cube: looser for faster turning or tighter if you care about stability and resistance to popping.

M Ball-Core or non-magnetic version?

The Meilong 10x10 V2 is also available in a version without magnets. It is slightly lighter (approx. 214-215 g) and cheaper, but the layers do not align on their own. The M Ball-Core version makes sense for those who solve the 10x10 regularly and want to fight less with aligning layers. If the 10x10 is meant to be mainly a collector's curiosity, the non-magnetic version will do just fine.

Who is it for?

For a cuber who has already mastered the 4x4 and 5x5, knows reduction and wants to take on a truly big cube. This 10x10 is not expensive, it is compact and it has magnets that help with control. It is not a good choice as a child's first cube. Solving a 10x10 takes a long time and requires knowledge of big cube methods.

Specifications

• Type: 10x10x10 cube, magnetic, stickerless
• Manufacturer: MoYu (MoFang JiaoShi Meilong series)
• Size: 69.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 232 g
• Magnets: 256 magnets in the pieces and a Ball-Core with 8 magnets
• Adjustment: screw tension adjustment
• Finish: semi-gloss plastic
• Colour scheme: Stickerless Bright