SengSo MoSheng 5x5 Magnetic

SengSo MoSheng 5x5 Magnetic

SengSo MoSheng 5x5 Magnetic is a magnetic 5x5 cube from the MoSheng series. It is made by ShengShou, which sells some of its cubes under the SengSo brand. MoSheng is the manufacturer's budget line, available in many sizes, from 4x4 up to 15x15. The 5x5 version comes with factory-installed magnets, so you don't have to magnetize it yourself. It is available in the stickerless bright colour scheme.

Magnets in a 5x5 cube

Magnets are even more useful on a 5x5 than on a 3x3. During reduction, when you pair up the centres and edges, you constantly turn both inner and outer layers. A cube without magnets easily gets misaligned, and a slightly turned layer blocks the next move. Magnets help the layers snap back into place, so you get fewer lockups and more confident turns. This makes a big difference if you are just learning to solve bigger cubes.

Size and weight

The cube measures approx. 61.5 mm and weighs approx. 162 g. These are typical values for a 5x5 cube, so it sits comfortably in medium-sized hands. The stickerless version has no stickers, just coloured plastic. Nothing peels off or wears away, even with frequent solving.

Who is it for?

The MoSheng 5x5 works well as a first 5x5 cube, e.g. for someone who can already solve a 3x3 or 4x4 and wants to move on to a bigger size. It is also a good choice as an inexpensive backup cube or for learning reduction without spending a lot of money. For getting started with a magnetic 5x5, it's a sensible pick, including for parents buying a cube for their child.

Speedcubers who already compete in 5x5 and are looking for a cube with tension adjustment or adjustable magnet strength usually choose more expensive high-end models. This cube is mainly about giving you a magnetic 5x5 without paying extra for advanced systems.

Specifications

• Type: 5x5x5 cube, magnetic
• Manufacturer: ShengShou (SengSo brand)
• Series: MoSheng
• Size: approx. 61.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 162 g
• Magnets: factory-installed
• Colour version: stickerless bright