Shengshou 2x2x2 Puzzle Cube, Black

My young, 5 year old grandson loves to play with blocks, magnet sets and Legos. In watching his concentration and eye-hand coordination while playing with these toys, I thought that he might like trying a Rubik's Cube. However, I was concerned that, at his age, it might be too early and too difficult and didn't want him to become discouraged and frustrated with it. When I saw THIS version of the Rubik's Cube, I thought that this was, in essence, a "Rubik's Cube for Beginners"!!! This may be just the right thing, at the right time. He will get it for Christmas, so we shall see. It seems to be well-made, of good, sturdy material, and the colors are bright and attractive.

Well, I put my hands on this little fella after learning to solve 3x3, 4x4 and 5x5. So obviously this didn't offer any challenge whatsoever but the cube is still fun to solve. It is so smooth that I don't think you need to buy a corner cutting speed cube to practice. This would do just fine. (Only if you're not a competitive cuber) I once accidently disassembled it but assembling it was also fun. Buy it and try it, it may not offer a challenge but surely a lot of fun to solve.

It's a very nice smooth cube. I like it. It's my only 2x2 and my main right now. If u r a beginner at 2x2s then probably go for it!! But. If u r a fast Turner like a speedcuber then...this cube will be locky alot! Coz it's not designed for fast turning. As it has 'square' corners and that's why cannot corner cut very well. If u want a speed cube for fast turning and better corner cutting then I will recommend not to go for this cube. Instead choose a 2x2 speedcube.Also! M not saying that this product is bad! No! Its not! M just giving u some info b4 buying this cube. Anyways Thanks for reading. That's it from my side =)

This is a good starter cube for younger kids. It's not nearly as frustrating as a 3x3

It so good that I putted it as decoration