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You definitely don’t want your 2×2 rubik’s cube to have poor corner cutting because the individual cubies on 2×2 are quite big when compared to 3×3 for an example. This means that if the cube doesn’t have good corner cutting it will need more precision to make an unaligned turn because the surface area between the two cubies that need to align is bigger. This 2×2 cube has a unique magnet positioning inside the cube that gives you a really special feel when turning. But it is not about the feel as much as is about the good control to speed ratio. And this one is definitely controllable when speedsolving. The first ever 2x2 world record single was set by Gunnar Krig in November 2004, with a time of 10.87. Since then, with the developments in solving methods, to a point where people were solving the entire cube with one algorithm almost every time, the current world record single is now a mind-blowing 0.49 seconds! It was achieved by Maciej Czapiewski from Poland in 2016. Best 2x2 Cubes When it comes to performance it is very similar to the DaYan if not even better but this is rather a subjective thing. In most cases, you will look for a good ratio of speed and smoothness. In the 2×2 case, it is usually better to go with more speed because they are harder to mess up and more fun to speed solve.

When it comes to popping this one takes a fall because it is known to happen. Not very often and definitely depending on how rough you are but pops can happen. Are you also looking for 3×3 speed cubes? The 2×2 cubes below are currently the best on the market and any of them will be a great choice but you should read about them and see which one fits you the most.

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Your speedcubes stability will dictate how flexible is it, does it deform and most importantly its pop up resistance.

You shouldn’t really experience popups with modern 2×2 speedcubes but if you are a very rough speed cuber than you may experience a case here and there. Secondary characteristics:

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If you are still not sure which 2×2 is best for you then think about your experiences with other speedcubes if you have any and then try to decide which of these could work. The 2×2 cubes are the smallest there are when it comes to layers count but they range in their dimensions and the typical sizes are 55mm, 50mm and 46mm sizes. (3×3 Speedcubes range from 57mm to 42mm). Corner cutting is the cubes ability to make a turn even if the vertical face is not completely aligned and it is going to make or break your experience with 2×2 speedcubes. The DaYan is widely appreciated in the speedcubing community and for a good reason. This speedcube offers blazing fast speeds, followed by proper control and amazing corner and reverse corner cutting.

So yeah it takes a bit of work to get it right with this one but for the money, it can’t be beaten. However, it is on very rare occasions that it will throw you off balance and break your algorithm execution. 7. The DaYan 2×2 The corner twists are a problem again. They happen and especially if you are speed solving without paying much attention. Sure you can tension the cube but you will need to apply a lot of tensioning and then you will reduce the corner cutting ability which is very good but without tensioning. Moyu WeiPo is going to give you great speeds with a smooth touch providing you with enough control. But the thing that other cubers and I love the most is its unparalleled corner cutting. The WeiPo will easily corner cut even when going above 45 degrees with the top layer. This is definitely one of the best 2×2 cubes ever made and this is further proven by being the 2×2 used by a lot of speed cubers today. But keep in mind that this is an old cube. Something like an oldtimer. Still very good and righteously sits among the best but all of the above are better than it by today’s standards. These characteristics will have the largest impact on your cubing experience with 2×2 cubes. If you are an experienced cuber, then you probably know these as they are similar to those on 3×3 speed cubes.Not without its faults but I think that you wont’t find a better price to quality ratio 2×2 cube out there. This is a fairly new 2×2 speedcube from YJ and it is the best budget 2×2 cube I have ever used. Depending on what you are used to from other speedcubes and your hand’s size you should decide on the size of your 2×2. This is one of the best budget 2×2 rubik’s cubes that you can buy today. It is cheap, magnetic and overall pretty good. While the quality smooth turning 2×2 speed cube will give you great control with the smallest loss of speed as possible. Corner Cutting In the end, you have to decide what kind of 2×2 cube you will like. The one with more speed or the one with a more smooth and controlled experience.