QiYi QiYuan 4x4x4 W2

QiYi QiYuan W2 4x4x4

An affordable 4x4 cube from QiYi that many people pick up when they want to move on from the 3x3 to a bigger puzzle. The QiYi QiYuan W2 4x4x4 is a budget speedcube. Its design is simple, with no elaborate tension adjustment systems, yet the cube turns smoothly and is more than enough for learning center reduction, edge pairing and parity. The manufacturer also lists it under the catalog number QY3061.

How it turns

Above all, the W2 is stable. The layers don't slip out of alignment at a normal solving pace, which helps a lot when you're starting out with the 4x4. With more pieces, lockups and misaligned layers can quickly become discouraging. The cube is light and easy to turn, but it's still a budget model. It doesn't offer the corner cutting or the control at high TPS that you get from higher-end magnetic 4x4 cubes. For learning and casual solving, it's all you need. For regular timed practice, many people later switch to a magnetic cube.

Tension adjustment

Tension is set with adjustment screws. A tighter cube is more stable and less prone to popping, while a looser one turns more lightly but catches more easily. The cube has no separate compression system or interchangeable springs. If it feels too tight or too loose out of the box, adjusting the screws and maybe adding a little lube is usually enough.

Who is it for?

For anyone who can already solve a 3x3 and wants an inexpensive start with the 4x4. It's also a sensible choice for parents looking for their child's next cube after the classic 3x3. It works well as a spare cube to keep in your backpack, too. A speedcuber aiming for fast competition times will probably look for a magnetic model with more adjustment options. The cube is legal for official competitions.

Specifications

• Type: 4x4x4 cube
• Manufacturer: QiYi (catalog number QY3061)
• Size: approx. 59.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 102 g
• Adjustment: adjustment screws
• Colors: Black, White
• Legal for official competitions: yes
• In the box: cube, solving instructions