Rubik’s Cube 3×3 MG3 Magnetic EDU (Monster Go) — educational magnetic speed cube for kids and adults

MG3 Magnetic EDU 3×3 is a magnetic cube from the educational Monster Go line (a GANCUBE sub-brand), designed for children, beginners and casual cubers. The cube measures 56×56×56 mm, weighs about 81 g, and contains 48 magnets inside, which provide smooth and stable turning.
The body is made of eco-friendly plastic, free from phthalates and lead; the cube is factory-lubed and pre-adjusted.

Who is this cube for

Level:

• complete beginners who want a proper magnetic 3×3 right away;
• beginner and intermediate speedcubers;
• also suitable for casual cubers as a “workhorse” daily cube.

Monster Go as a product line is based on GAN’s technology and focuses on education, but in terms of feel MG3 EDU is much closer to a “real” speedcube than to a simple toy.

Age:

• approximately from 6 years and up.

Main uses:

• first steps in speedcubing and learning basic algorithms;
• training logic, attention, spatial thinking and fine motor skills;
• a calm “off-screen” game at home;
• an affordable yet high-quality magnetic 3×3 as a gift for a child or a beginner cuber.

Turning feel

MG3 Magnetic EDU offers light, fast and at the same time very smooth turning:

• 48 internal magnets help the layers snap cleanly into place and make the turning more “on rails” and predictable;
• the signature honeycomb pattern on the internal surfaces holds the lubricant and smooths the movement.

The overall feel is that of a soft, controllable cube with medium-strength magnets: it is not jerky or overly sharp, so it is comfortable for both kids and adults. A beginner immediately feels the difference compared to a regular “store-bought” cube, and more experienced players can still turn the EDU version at quite decent speeds.

Magnets and adjustment

Magnetisation:

• 48 built-in magnets around the perimeter create stable, but not overly strong layer alignment and help the cube self-align after each turn.

Adjustment:

• classic GAN-style core with springs and screws;
• a numerical/click-based tension system in the EDU series simplifies tuning: the cube is already well set up out of the box, and if desired you can slightly tighten or loosen the tension.

The idea behind MG3 Magnetic EDU is to keep adjustment hassle to a minimum: you take it out of the box and start solving, without spending hours on fine-tuning.

Stability and corner-cutting (3×3)

For its price range, MG3 Magnetic EDU shows very solid corner-cutting:

• the cube “forgives” small underturns and misalignments, without requiring perfect technique;
• medium magnet strength adds stability and helps maintain control as your turning speed increases.

In terms of stability and overall behaviour, the EDU version feels closer to an “almost flagship” than to a typical budget children’s cube.

Size, weight, materials

• Size: 56 × 56 × 56 mm — standard format for modern 3×3 speedcubes, comfortable for both children and adults.
• Weight: about 81 g — slightly heavier than ultra-light flagships, but the cube feels solid and reliable in the hand.
• Material: eco-friendly ABS plastic, free from phthalates and lead; the cube is designed as a safe educational toy for children.
• Colors and surface: bright stickerless plastic (no stickers) with good color visibility; internal honeycomb structure on the pieces.

Key advantages

• Affordable magnetic speedcube with a feel noticeably closer to flagships than to a basic toy.
• 48 magnets and honeycomb internals — smooth, stable turning and even lubricant distribution.
• Safe materials, focused on children and beginners.
• Great for learning: develops attention, logic, fine motor skills and spatial thinking.
• Suitable for a wide range of skill levels — from a “first proper magnetic 3×3” to a daily training cube for hobby solvers.

Who it might not be ideal for / nuances

• For those who want the most advanced flagship with a magnetic core, MagLev, adjustable magnets and other top-end features, MG3 Magnetic EDU will feel too simple — it’s a solid educational/budget cube, not the peak of the GAN lineup.
• If the buyer really dislikes magnetic alignment and prefers fully non-magnetic cubes, the medium-strength magnets may feel unnecessary.
• The cube itself is fairly fast: for very young children (5–6 years old) or those who specifically want a very quiet and slow-turning cube, it may make sense to start with a simpler non-magnetic model and only then move on to the EDU version.