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What is a 'Maglev' Cube?

by Luke Terzich 26 Nov 2024

Back in the day, all speedcubes had springs below the center caps to create the 'elastic' springy feel. However, these days many cubing manufacturers are swapping the springs for 2 repelling ring magnets.

2 ring magnets placed back to back will repel each other and create a unique sort of 'springy' feeling when used in place of an actual spring.

GAN Maglev Ring Magnets

Pros

  • Unique feel
  • Faster

Cons

  • More expensive
  • Heavier
  • Less control

Conclusion

Speedcubers generally fall into two groups when it comes to cube preferences. Those who prefer stability and better control often stick with non-maglev cubes, as the spring system provides a more consistent feel. On the other hand, cubers who value speed and fast turning tend to prefer maglev cubes for their smoother and quicker performance.

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