QiYi Magnetic IVY UV

QiYi Magnetic IVY UV

QiYi Magnetic IVY UV is a magnetic version of the Ivy Cube, a corner-turning puzzle without the layers you know from a 3x3 cube. Four corners turn, and with every move the petal-shaped centre pieces shift around. These pieces gave the puzzle its name (ivy). QiYi has added magnets and a UV coating. The cube comes in a stickerless version with a bright colour scheme.

How to solve it

The Ivy Cube is simple. It has only a few pieces, and most people can solve it intuitively, without algorithms, after just a few tries. That makes it a great first step into corner-turning puzzles before moving on to the Skewb. It is not a WCA event, so people usually buy the Ivy for fun, for their collection or as a gift rather than for competition practice.

The magnets help finish each move. A corner settles into the right position, so the cube is less likely to stay stuck halfway through a turn and is easier to control when you turn faster. On budget, non-magnetic Ivy cubes, the moves can feel less distinct.

UV coating

The plastic has a glossy UV coating. It gives a bit more grip than regular matte plastic and holds up well to everyday use. The colours are vivid, and since the stickerless version has no stickers, there is nothing to wear off or peel away.

Who is it for?

For anyone who can already solve a 3x3 and wants to try something different that doesn't have to be difficult. The Ivy is also a nice addition for puzzle collectors. Thanks to its simple mechanism and the magnets that make the moves easier to control, it also makes a good gift for a child who is just starting out with cubes. If you are looking for a challenge that will keep you busy for hours or a puzzle for competition practice, a Skewb or Pyraminx is a better choice.

Specifications

• Type: Ivy Cube, corner-turning puzzle
• Manufacturer: QiYi
• Magnets: yes
• Finish: UV coating
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright
• Size: 56 mm
• Weight: 84.7 g
• EAN: 6948154220681