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| | | Description: | | Everybody loves the standard 3x3 Rubik's Cube, but see what kind of brain-teasing fun you can have with this oversized 5x5 cube. This is a must-have for the true Rubik's aficionado. Includes one 5x5 cube. | | | Features: | |
• The 5 x 5 is a must have for the true Rubik's aficionado
• 5 x 5 is most complex of all Rubik's Cube levels
• Return the cube to it's original state - every side having one solid color
• Another stimulating Rubik's challenge
• Contains one 5 x 5 Rubik's cube and cube stand
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 9.15 inches | | Product Width:
| 6.5 inches | | Product Height:
| 3.5 inches | | Product Weight:
| 1.07 pounds | | Package Length:
| 7.4 inches | | Package Width:
| 5.9 inches | | Package Height:
| 5.4 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.65 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 124 reviews |
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Average Customer Review:
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91 of 96 found the following review helpful:
 Fun but very fragileApr 17, 2007
By C. D. Mitchell
I bought this puzzle for my kid after he solved the original cube. I had read the review here and other places stating that one needed to be cautious when turning the puzzle. However, our major problem with it was that the orange stickers (within ten minutes of playing with the cube) began to peel back and fall off. We tried using glue (they had no stick to them) to put them back but it was not long after that the green stickers began curling back and falling off as well.
The major problem is that these turned out not to be "stickers" after all, but rather colored squares of vinyl adhereing to additional stickers beneath (all white) by means of static. They fall off easily.
This is a nice puzzle for show (impressive on the desk) but not for actual continued use. Hopefully, Rubik's can use proper stickers or adhesive in the future and maybe even tighten up the design so that this can be used as a fun puzzle.
122 of 136 found the following review helpful:
 Fragile construction ruins funApr 09, 2007
By Phome
"phome"
I'm an avid Rubik's cube player of the 3x3 model and have owned my cube for nearly two decades. Since I can solve it in under 2 minutes, I decided to invest in the 5x5 for a bigger challenge.
Unlike its robust sister (my 3x3 cube is well lubed with vaseline, and only has one re-glued sticker), the 5x5 proved fragile within the first two days. I used a careful touch, since I'm very familiar with how untried cubes explode. Nevertheless, many stickers started to peel on the first day, and two of the center squares have completely falling off and look to be non-reparable.
I lubed my 5x5 before using it, though it's more difficult because the squares are smaller and turns tighter. I was also careful to turn rows precisely to avoid misalignment and subsequent explosion. Even so, it broke on me. It's a shame, because I was really getting into the challenge of it. Now, it just sits like a broken toy on my desk.
For a $30 or so product, I find this inexcusable. Rubik's is supposed to have a strong brand name and I have been very happy with my 3x3 cube. I'll never invest in another Rubik's product.
33 of 34 found the following review helpful:
Stickers fall off tooJan 16, 2007
By Scott D. Haile
Just to add to what others have said--the orange and green stickers are falling off my cube after about 3 days of use. When the color peels off, it leaves a white box underneath, which I guess I'll color in with a permanent marker or something.
No regrets on the purchase, but the shoddy construction is annoying.
36 of 43 found the following review helpful:
 Impossible, I say!Oct 07, 2005
By Jimbob
"Hog Farmer"
I had heard rumors of this cube, and didn't find it until a few months ago. It is, quite obviously, much harder than the 3x3x3, but it's fun to twist it, especially to see the combinations of colors impossible with smaller cubes. And no, I haven't solved it...yet(Bum-ba-ba-bum-ba!)
You do have to be careful twisting it. But it does warn you on the box that it's not for "speed cubing" or the like. Also, they do not include a hints/solution manual, but do give a website. I haven't broken it yet, and unless you're just reckless or impatient, it would be hard to do. Overall, it's a fun puzzle. I would suggest buying it only if you like the original cube, but that's just me. It's fun on its own merit, too. That's it for me - long live Rubik's Cubes!
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Great toy - keep them entertained for hours!May 06, 2009
By MicVon
"MicVon"
I was skeptical purchasing this cube for my son reading all the bad reviews. He's a "speed cuber" with the 3x3 and we warned him contanstly that this cube was not for speed cubing. He heeded our warning and we have had NO issues with the cube.
It is NOT fallen apart.
The stickers have NOT fallen off or come loose.
It's such a great toy - provides hours of entertainment, makes you think, doesn't need batteries, makes no noise, has no flashing lights, and is portable.
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