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[MJPIA]

Same one I shared before.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Pre...32758758703.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.J50VMe
The listing image looks different from what I got so who knows if anyone else who orders one from that seller will even get the one.
It seems well built and I have no complaints with quality at all.
Just realized there are a whole bunch more knockoffs flooding the market since I last checked including some that are a third smaller.
They look like cheap junk which isn't surprising since they are under $3 but hey looks like its time to order some more to take apart for fun.

 

[TimeEffect]

So I just discovered the world of spinners because of the cube

I feel like there should be a gaf group for all of these cool knick knacks

 

[SecretMoblin]

^ doesn't this thread effectively function as one?


I have a spinner from Etsy, it's very nice. Good weight, spins freely, fits in the palm of the hand. The fidget cube is still a constant presence in my hands a week in, though... it's tough to not make noise when around other people at the office.

 

[Future]

We need people to post exactly the knock offs they get

I got this one from the recommended seller in the description

Stress Cube for Fidgeters! Relieve Stress, Anxiety, and Boredom for Children and Adults. Gray Color https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZ67N95/?tag=neogaf0e-20

So far so good. Ball bearing clicks. 2 silent buttons out of the 5. Only thing disappointing is the analogue stick. Already lost its smoothness, and the stick sometimes rests at an odd angle now.

 

[Ginger Hail]

My Cube arrived in the mail today. Seemed it broke free from the adhesive and was rolling around loose inside the case, but I haven't seen any noticeable damage. Feels pretty nice so far.

 

[chris121580]

I bought this last week and haven't been able to put it down. So addicting. Favorites are the light switch and the analog stick. Love that the 5 buttons have different feels for each too. Highly recommend this

http://www.ebay.com/itm/351954444614

 

[ACE 1991]

I bought this last week and haven't been able to put it down. So addicting. Favorites are the light switch and the analog stick. Love that the 5 buttons have different feels for each too. Highly recommend this

http://www.ebay.com/itm/351954444614

These fake ones are pretty shit compared the actual Fidget Cube, gotta admit.

 

[Hoo-doo]

These fake ones are pretty shit compared the actual Fidget Cube, gotta admit.

Actually, some of the fakes compare very favorably to the real Fidget Cubes. The real ones are apparently just as cheaply built as the chinese knockoffs.

 

[ACE 1991]

Actually, some of the fakes compare very favorably to the real Fidget Cubes. The real ones are apparently just as cheaply built as the chinese knockoffs.

Hmm, the fake one I have is pretty bad compared to the actual fidget cube. They looks the same but the fake one is nowhere near as tactile.

 

[Hoo-doo]

Hmm, the fake one I have is pretty bad compared to the actual fidget cube. They looks the same but the fake one is nowhere near as tactile.

It's a bit of a crapshoot to get the 'good' fakes, it seems.

 

[Keasar]

Been interested for a while in one of these, anyone got a link for a European reseller for one of the better quality cubes?

Edit: Found one on Ebay, seems to be the better one judging by the box if the videos are any indication. And the shipping isn't bad either.

 

[Experien]

So I just discovered the world of spinners because of the cube

I feel like there should be a gaf group for all of these cool knick knacks

not to derail things but what is the point of spinners? see them all over massdrop


I ordered a Fidget Cube on Amazon, I don't know if it is a legit version. Curious how they differ.

 

[smoothj]

Same here. Looking for a quality cube.

Any recommendations?

 

[broncobuster]

The decent one I got was an add-on item on Amazon. Don't have the link on me.

 

[TimeEffect]

Same here. Looking for a quality cube.

Any recommendations?

Search "high quality" cube on ebay

Or search "high quality fake fidget cube" on youtube and look at the vids. People compare bad quality fakes to high quality fakes and the difference is huge. High quality is on par to the real deal. Only thing off seems to be the stick, but from what I can tell, the fake one is nice and springy so its not a big deal

not to derail things but what is the point of spinners? see them all over
I ordered a Fidget Cube on Amazon, I don't know if it is a legit version. Curious how they differ.

There are some beautiful spinners. Look up the maelstorm. Basically, a spinner has spin time, and cleaning them is a little neat fidgety experience too. You just spin them and they look pretty. I think its great and I enjoy it

I wouldn't get the amazon versions. Do some YouTube reviews. They link the quality cubes on their channel and its always from ebay

Been interested for a while in one of these, anyone got a link for a European reseller for one of the better quality cubes?

Edit: Found one on Ebay, seems to be the better one judging by the box if the videos are any indication. And the shipping isn't bad either.

Yes I ordered from him too just because he has a color i dont see anywhere else. If u look at the YouTube vids, his version ranks as top quality. But he charges triple what the chinese sellers do. But the chinese also have high quality cubes. So now Im going to compare when they come in for me.

Hmm, the fake one I have is pretty bad compared to the actual fidget cube. They looks the same but the fake one is nowhere near as tactile.

People are buying the wrong chinese fakes

There are poor quality fakes and good quality fakes. Youtube it

The high quality ones come in a two piece box, like a wedding ring box. The low quality fakes come in one box and is packaged cheaply.

 

[Daniel Jackson]

Finally got mine today! (from the kickstarter).
They look & feel great. A nice addition to my other fidget toys (I've got two spinner-like things and I also a neocube/bucky balls set)

 

[phazedplasma]

gf got her kickstarter one last week. its great. I cant stop using it.
A friend got a knockoff and its such a piece of shit lol.

 

[PeakPointMatrix]

Just received this knockoff one in the mail:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/READY-TO-SH...044515?hash=item33c4eaa6a3:g:-vIAAOSwA3dYf99X

My comparison versus the real one:

Cube Shell:
WINNER [Knock-off] The knock-off has a grippier feel to it, versus the smooth plastic of the Antsy labs one. Immediately the knockoff feels better to hold in your hand. Despite this, there is a slight space in the seam of the knock off that implies less attention to construction, but it's not a deal breaker.

Smooth Stone:
WINNER [Original] While the knockoff almost won this one, the indent feels more like a hole for your thumb than something you can rub smoothly. In that sense, the original's shallow shape functions better as a result. The best of both worlds would be the knockoff material with the oiriginal's shape and depth (or lack thereof). Wins but only by an edge.

Spinning Wheel:
WINNER [Your Preference?] This one was tough. The original has a spinning wheel with some textured resistance and slightest bit of noise, giving a bit of satisfaction on spinning. The knockoff has zero resistance at all. Now on paper that sounds worse, but with zero resistance you get a completely smooth spinning motion. This slick smoothness is satisfying in it's own way. I find myself enjoying the smooth spin more, but I can't say if one is better than the other. This comes down to preference.

Switch:
WINNER [Knock-off] This was an easy win for the Knock-off. The switch has more resistance and really clunks down when you press it. As a result it is louder but oh so much more satisfying than the lighter, weaker switch in the original.

Gears and Ball:
WINNER [Original] The gears on the knock off spin completely smoothly with zero resistance, while the original has a textured feedback when rolling them, which is more satisfying with this type of spin. The metal balls are a tie, with the original's slightly barely edging it out with a smoother spin.

Click Buttons:
WINNER [Knock-off] Another easy win for the knock off. The buttons are silicon! The grip and squishability feels fantastic and is heads and shoulders above the plastic hard ones from the original. Click wise, they are identical (three varying clicks and two silent buttons.)

Joystick:
WINNER [Knock-off] While the original has a flat plane, 3DS-joystick style of movement, the knock-off has a more angled, N64 style of clicky analogue stick rotation. In terms of comfort, it felt more natural to have the stick angle in the direction of thumb movement than the flat back and forth of the original's. Unfortunately I'd find my thumb cramping a bit from the un-angled stick after a while.


So in conclusion, the Knock-off actually finds a few ways to surpass the original, while in other ways slightly missing the mark, or coming down to preference. If I were you, I would still buy the original since it's still hugely satisfying and supporting the creators is important. If you're still curious, give the knock off a shot. A lot of what the knock-off does better can be implemented into the original easily I think, and the moment they make said improvements, it'll be perfect and I'll be there day one to support them.

 

[SecretMoblin]

^ I must have gotten my knockoff from the same factory yours was made in, since the descriptions of the differences sound very similar.

I definitely prefer the shell/skin of the knockoff, as well as the worry stone and the joystick. I much prefer the greater range of motion and especially the fact you can pull the joystick up a little and have it snap back. The switch is also better but still doesn't have the resistance/spring of a typical on/off switch.

The buttons I'm conflicted about, since I prefer the feel of the silicone buttons but the clicks of the original (there's more resistance). I strongly prefer the clicking gears and tracking ball of the original, and the ridged spinning disc, all of which I love. The zero-resistance gears/disc and the tracking ball feel kind of cheap comparatively.


It's frustrating I can't have them all in a single object

I will say that I absolutely use at least one constantly at the office, to the point that it would probably bug me if I accidentally left it at home.

 

[Hollycat]

I'm sick in bed and all I can think about is how nice it would be to have one of these right now. I'll have to save and get one.

 

[TimeEffect]

Just got my $25 knock off from UK, love it.

The device itself is cumbersome as its a cube, and I dont care about the slide circle much.

But the ball is sooo satisfying to press (wish the gear teeth were like a suitcase's with actual notches), and the analog stick is more like a springy directional stick.

The buttons are so fun and rubbery and the switch is fantastic. The material is rubbery-plastic and feels so good, making the worry stone actually somehting I find myself enjoying.

Neat device!

 

[Hoo-doo]

Just got my $25 knock off from UK, love it.

The device itself is cumbersome as its a cube, and I dont care about the slide circle much.

But the ball is sooo satisfying to press (wish the gear teeth were like a suitcase's with actual notches), and the analog stick is more like a springy directional stick.

The buttons are so fun and rubbery and the switch is fantastic. The material is rubbery-plastic and feels so good, making the worry stone actually somehting I find myself enjoying.

Neat device!

You bought a knock-off that is more expensive than the real thing?
I thought the point of getting a knock-off was that it was you paying like 5$ a piece. At least, that's what I did.

Still, I think it's kinda funny that the chinese knock-offs are beating these guys at their own game.

 

[MJPIA]

Looks like the knockoffs could have a clicky wheel, they just didn't for whatever reason.

So 3d pen time.

So filing required.
Add some nubs on the wheel.

And now its clicky to spin and doubles as a itch scratcher yay.

 

[Selddon]

My roomate has this and I probably have touched it more than him. I should have bought one

 

[TimeEffect]

You bought a knock-off that is more expensive than the real thing?
I thought the point of getting a knock-off was that it was you paying like 5$ a piece. At least, that's what I did.

Still, I think it's kinda funny that the chinese knock-offs are beating these guys at their own game.

Real thing is around $32 CAD.

...and this fake was the only one with the color I wanted lol.

And besides, I dont have to wait however many months to get it

 

[Cyanity]

My ADD wants this bad.

Kind of curious how long it will take for a fidget cube to be mistaken for a bomb in an airport though.

 

[Hoo-doo]

My ADD wants this bad.

Kind of curious how long it will take for a fidget cube to be mistaken for a bomb in an airport though.

I was the same. But it's really only fun for like ten whole minutes. Mine are sitting there pretty much unused for weeks.

I'm glad I only spent like 10 bucks for a pack of two and won the knock-off lottery as well.

 

[Cyanity]

I was the same. But it's really only fun for like ten whole minutes. Mine are sitting there pretty much unused for weeks.

I'm glad I only spent like 10 bucks for a pack of two and won the knock-off lottery as well.

My mountains of engineering homework disagree with you. Seriously though, I fall asleep super easy while studying. Playing around with the FC would probably help me get a lot more work done.

 

[Ferrio]

I've had mine on my work desk ever since I got it. Play with it constantly, so I'm happy with my purchase.

 

[Mafro]

I got a fake one off eBay for around £8. The stick broke within about 5 minutes and the spinning wheel is a bit stiff. The clicking ball is really satisfying.

 

[Hoo-doo]

My mountains of engineering homework disagree with you. Seriously though, I fall asleep super easy while studying. Playing around with the FC would probably help me get a lot more work done.

You'd think that, looking at it. I thought the exact same. But it does absolutely nothing for me.

Something I can squeeze or mold with my fingers is a far, far better thing to fidget with than the Fidget Cube. It's just so static and boring.

 

[PeakPointMatrix]

Just received this knockoff one in the mail:

Joystick:
WINNER [Knock-off] While the original has a flat plane, 3DS-joystick style of movement, the knock-off has a more angled, N64 style of clicky analogue stick rotation. In terms of comfort, it felt more natural to have the stick angle in the direction of thumb movement than the flat back and forth of the original's. Unfortunately I'd find my thumb cramping a bit from the un-angled stick after a while.

I just want to amend my previous review; the knock-off joystick has gone to shit. It is unstable and movement loose and juddery after extended use. I guess you get what you pay for in this instance. Hoping the other sides of the knockoff hold up better than the joystick did.

I was the same. But it's really only fun for like ten whole minutes. Mine are sitting there pretty much unused for weeks.

I'm glad I only spent like 10 bucks for a pack of two and won the knock-off lottery as well.

That's too bad, I have one for work, the car ride home, and at home. Use it constantly. I'm pulling out my smartphone so much less in idle moments that even my gf commented on it. It's insane the relief it provides for me.

 

[HammerFace]

So I bought one, well two because of an ordering error so I'll return the wrong one, but now I'm just cursing how long the shipping is. 7 days to process. 10-20 to ship. That's so long!!! I need it now..

 

[Experien]

Got my knock-off cube, I like it except for gears and spinny thing.

 

[Ferrio]

Well it didn't take long for someone to sneak off with my cube. That's a bit upsetting.

 

[HammerFace]

So I bought one, well two because of an ordering error so I'll return the wrong one, but now I'm just cursing how long the shipping is. 7 days to process. 10-20 to ship. That's so long!!! I need it now..

Turns out the two I bought were knock offs, which is upsetting. But I purchased one from antsy labs and now I'm waiting for that to arrive along with the first two so I can return them or sell them to a friend.

 

[bengraven]

Well it didn't take long for someone to sneak off with my cube. That's a bit upsetting.

Yeah I've had people try and jack mine.

My wife almost lost hers today at the doctor. She was checking out and put it down and it just disappeared. Finds a kid walking away with it. Had to have the mom intervene but even then the kid was going "nuh uh its mine!".

 

[Ferrio]

Yeah I've had people try and jack mine.

My wife almost lost hers today at the doctor. She was checking out and put it down and it just disappeared. Finds a kid walking away with it. Had to have the mom intervene but even then the kid was going "nuh uh its mine!".

Was a false alarm. Seems carrying this thing around has become an unconscious action on my part. Somehow took it home, took it outta my pocket without even remembering.

 

[TeegsD]

Got this one off GearBest, just came in the mail today!

Messing with it now, outside feels durable but it's very light. Going to take it for a whirl at the office tomorrow!

 

[HammerFace]

So I got my two knock off fidget cubes today from fidgetclub I believe. It feels very cheap, the plastic and all that just doesn't feel that great. Does anyone know if the one from Antsy feels better or just not cheap?

 

[JoeBoy101]

Got my official Fidget Cubes finally. Nice build quality and they feel very solid. The switch could use a bit more resistance, but love the spinner and the floating ball clicker. The packaging looks nice, but sucks because the "sticker" they use to keep the cube on really doesn't work.

Overall, its pretty cool.

 

[HammerFace]

Got my official Fidget Cubes finally. Nice build quality and they feel very solid. The switch could use a bit more resistance, but love the spinner and the floating ball clicker. The packaging looks nice, but sucks because the "sticker" they use to keep the cube on really doesn't work.

Overall, its pretty cool.

Oh sweet!
That's really exciting for me. Now that I've had an hour or so time to fool around with my knock off cubes I've noticed some things. One of them is much better quality then the other, except for one of the pushy buttons it's just broken, which makes me sad since it's one of the two silent buttons. Overall theyre decent but shouldn't have cost $18, maybe $12-$14

 

[Ferrio]

Got my official Fidget Cubes finally. Nice build quality and they feel very solid. The switch could use a bit more resistance, but love the spinner and the floating ball clicker. The packaging looks nice, but sucks because the "sticker" they use to keep the cube on really doesn't work.

Overall, its pretty cool.

I had the same opinion about the switch at first, but I grew to like the light touch. You can click back and forth so fast with barely a touch.

 

[ryseing]

Finally got my official ones. I picked the KS green/black and the blue/white. The white has already attracted a bit of grime which is unfortunate.

Agree with the general consensus- everything feels good but the light switch. Overall a worthwhile purchase.

 

[Unmasked Ferret]

Got my cube in yesterday, and spent most of today using it in class. It's weird how much some of the things I didn't like at first grew on my throughout the day. The ball and gears was the side I used the most (although it's mostly because the switch can be too noisy for class) even though I originally had no interest in them. The spinner is really enjoyable, and I've come to like the silent springy button's quite a bit.

 

[Brakke]

Got my official Fidget Cubes finally. Nice build quality and they feel very solid. The switch could use a bit more resistance, but love the spinner and the floating ball clicker. The packaging looks nice, but sucks because the "sticker" they use to keep the cube on really doesn't work.

Overall, its pretty cool.

Yeah mine arrived today and both were just rattling around in their little boxes. Looking at the way they're supposed to be held in there left me wondering how anybody ever thought it would work.

Otherwise I'm pretty happy with these little guys. As advertised.

 

[Mafro]

Still waiting on mine that was due to be dispatched "late February/early March".

 

[Caleb187]

One of my fidgetcubes came damaged in the mail. Has anyone had any success contacting their support on replacements? It's been probably 2 weeks and no reply.

 

[Slizz]

Bought one of the knockoffs on Amazon and finally got it. Crap, buttons are all audible no silent ones. Ball doesn't click down, spinner is too loose for me. Been using my homemade bike chain one a whole lot, don't see myself trying for the official cube anytime soon since KS supporters still haven't received theirs.

Not my pic I added more o-rings, only cost me 3$

 

[Nazgul_Hunter]

One of my fidgetcubes came damaged in the mail. Has anyone had any success contacting their support on replacements? It's been probably 2 weeks and no reply.

Mine got somehow lost in the mail (package says delivered but I legit never got it)

I emailed them and after a few days they first said they can't do anything about it and I should contact USPS.

After I emailed back they said to send them $5 for shipping thru PayPal for a replacement. I sent them the money and still haven't heard back from them. 2 weeks since that.