356 RS vs Kanoodle Ultimate Champion: which is better?

Ravvy scores 356 RS at 89.66 and Kanoodle Ultimate Champion at 93.35, so Kanoodle Ultimate Champion is the stronger overall pick. Buy the Ultimate Champion if you want the deepest puzzle library in the series, provided you don't mind the added bulk of the timer case.

Which is cheaper, 356 RS or Kanoodle Ultimate Champion?

356 RS lists at $20 and Kanoodle Ultimate Champion lists at $20. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Games & Puzzles

356 RS vs Kanoodle Ultimate Champion

Ravvy scores 356 RS at 89.66 and Kanoodle Ultimate Champion at 93.35. Kanoodle Ultimate Champion takes the overall pick, best for commuters and students seeking a high-difficulty portable brain teaser.

GAN

356 RS

89.7

$20

Buy the GAN 356 RS if you want a premium feeling speed cube at a budget price, accepting that you sacrifice the stability of magnets.

Ravvy pick

Educational Insights

Kanoodle Ultimate Champion

93.3

$20

Buy the Ultimate Champion if you want the deepest puzzle library in the series, provided you don't mind the added bulk of the timer case.

How they score

Factor	356 RS	Kanoodle Ultimate Champion
Speed	92	–
Value	95	–
Weight	96	–
Stability	78	–
Corner Cutting	90.5	–
Portability	–	88.5
Versatility	–	91
Replay Value	–	95
Build Quality	–	87.5
Cognitive Challenge	–	98

356 RS

What owners praise

Buttery smooth honeycomb internal texture
Tool-less tensioning system for easy adjustment
Stickerless matte finish resists scratches
Extremely lightweight for long practice sessions
Exceptional 55 degree corner cutting

What to know first

Lacks magnets for precise layer alignment
Can feel overly fast and difficult to control for total novices
Does not include a protective storage bag

Skip it if professional competitors who require magnetic positioning

Kanoodle Ultimate Champion

What owners praise

Massive library of 500 unique puzzles
Engaging metallic finish on durable pieces
Self-contained travel case for easy transport
Scales from beginner to expert 3D levels
Built-in timer adds a competitive speed element

What to know first

Timer requires separate batteries not included
Case is slightly larger than the pocket-sized original
Instruction manual can be difficult to store inside case

Skip it if young children under seven or those who dislike timed pressure

Specs side by side

Spec	356 RS	Kanoodle Ultimate Champion
UPC	745679690687 761270600269	086002030849
ASIN	B07RSZ7W65	B0CRSLWS81
GTIN	745679690687 761270600269	086002030849
Size	3x3	Small
Color	Multi-color	Multi
Theme	Fantasy	Video Game
Brand Name	GAN	Educational Insights
Item Shape	Cube	Rectangular
Item Weight	0.07 kg	0.27 kg
Puzzle Type	Twisty	3D Puzzle
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced, Intermediate, Beginner
Manufacturer	GAN	Educational Insights