Z-Cube Numbers 3x3

UV Print Numbers 3x3

UV Print Numbers 3x3 is a classic 3x3 cube in a stickerless bright version, meaning it is made of coloured plastic with no stickers. Each face has numbers printed on it. This numbered puzzle cube is made using UV printing: the print is applied directly to the surface of the pieces, so there are no stickers that could peel off or wear away at the corners.

Numbers on a 3x3 cube: what changes when you solve it

You solve this cube exactly like any other 3x3, and the face colours are standard. The numbers add one requirement: on a solved cube, all the numbers must face the same way. This also applies to the centers, whose rotation you can't see at all on a regular cube. It can happen that all the colours are already in place, but one of the centers is turned by 90 or 180 degrees. In that case, you need to fix it with a separate algorithm.

If you can already solve a 3x3, this is a great way to learn center orientation and understand how the centers behave during specific moves. The same skill comes in handy later with picture cubes and larger printed cubes. For beginners, the numbers make it easier to track specific pieces and describe moves, for example when learning with a parent or at school.

Who is it for?

This cube is meant more for fun, learning and collecting than for breaking records. It makes a great gift for a child who loves puzzles and numbers. It will also suit a cuber who wants to practise center orientation or simply have something on the shelf other than yet another standard 3x3. If you're looking for a cube for timed practice, choose a speedcubing model with magnets and tension adjustment. The manufacturer does not list such features for this cube.

Specifications

• Type: 3x3 cube with printed numbers
• Finish: UV print, stickerless
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright
• Size: 56 mm
• Weight: approx. 76 g