SengSo Lustrous 3x3x3 Magnetic

SengSo Lustrous 3x3x3 Magnetic

SengSo Lustrous 3x3x3 Magnetic is a light-up 3x3 cube from ShengShou. It has a transparent body with LEDs inside. When switched on, the light shines through the coloured pieces, so you can see the colours even in complete darkness. The Lustrous comes in a non-magnetic and a magnetic version. This page is for the magnetic version.

Lighting and power

The LEDs are powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, and a charger is included. You turn the light on and off with a button in one of the centres. The button needs a fairly firm press, so it's harder to switch it on by accident while solving. The brightness can't be adjusted. In a dark room, some people may find the light too strong.

How it turns

The Magnetic version has medium-strength magnets in the pieces, so the layers snap into place with a noticeable but not too heavy feel. Users rate the magnets and corner cutting well, especially for this price range. Some compare the turning to flagship models and describe it as a bit stiffer, while one review describes the turning as light and fast. So opinions vary. It's still a cube focused on looks and solving after dark, not a record-breaking speed cube. If you time your solves seriously, you'll be better off with a budget cube designed for speedcubing.

Magnetic or non-magnetic?

Both versions have the same lighting and look. Reviews of the non-magnetic version often recommend paying a little extra for magnets, because the cube is then noticeably more stable and easier to control when you solve faster.

Who is it for?

For people who like solving in the evening or in low light, for collectors of unusual puzzles, and as a gift for a child who can already solve the cube or is just learning. Thanks to the magnets, the cube also works well for everyday solving.

Specifications

• Type: magnetic 3x3 cube with LED lighting
• Manufacturer: ShengShou (SengSo)
• Size: approx. 56 mm
• Magnets: in the pieces, medium strength
• Body: transparent, with coloured pieces
• Power: built-in rechargeable battery
• In the box: cube, charger