Rubik’s Cube 3×3 QiYi Magnetic (EQY661) — budget magnetic speed cube with a crisp, clicky feel

QiYi Magnetic 3×3 (EQY661) is a magnetic speed cube from QiYi’s budget line, aimed at those who want a fast and accurate speed cube without overpaying. The cube is about 56×56×56 mm in size and weighs around 80 g, so it feels solid in the hand but not too heavy.
Magnets are built into the pieces, stabilising the turns and making the turning smooth and predictable.

Who is this cube for

Level:

• beginner speedcubers switching from a regular “store-bought” cube;
• intermediate casual cubers looking for an affordable, reliable magnetic 3×3;
• also suitable for more experienced cubers as a backup or training cube.

Age:

• school-age kids and adults; the standard size of about 56 mm is comfortable for most hands.

Main uses:

• first speed-training sessions and practising algorithms;
• everyday solves “just for fun”;
• an inexpensive but proper magnetic 3×3 to add to a collection or give as a gift.

Turning feel

QiYi Magnetic 3×3 offers a light, fast and at the same time crisp, clicky feel:

• turns are light and smooth, and the cube accelerates well on finger tricks;
• at the same time there is a noticeable click and a clear sense of the layer snapping into place — that’s where the neat, clean, clicky feeling comes from.

It doesn’t feel “mushy” or overly soft — rather responsive and lively, but without being too loose. Beginners get a clear sense of a controlled magnetic cube, and more advanced cubers will find it pleasant to use for fast practice sessions.

Magnets and adjustment

Magnetisation:

• magnets are built into the pieces and provide even magnetic alignment throughout the cube;
• the magnetic strength is around medium: layers tend to snap into the correct position by themselves, but the cube doesn’t feel sticky or slowed down.

Tension adjustment:

• classic screw-and-spring system under the center caps — you can tighten or loosen the tension with a small screwdriver;
• there are no complex proprietary adjustment systems, so maintenance is very straightforward.

This approach works well for the budget segment: minimum extra parts, everything is simple and easy to repair.

Stability and corner-cutting (3×3)

Despite being a budget model, QiYi Magnetic 3×3 shows solid corner-cutting performance:

• the cube confidently “forgives” small underturns, without requiring perfect precision;
• magnets help the layers stay in place and keep the cube stable during more aggressive turning.

In terms of performance it’s a “very good budget cube”: naturally it will lose to top flagships in extreme corner-cutting and ultra-fine tuning, but for its price it offers very decent stability and comfort.

Size, weight, materials

• Size: about 56 × 56 × 56 mm — classic size for modern 3×3 speedcubes.
• Weight: about 80 g — slightly heavier than ultra-light flagships, but the cube feels like a “real object” in the hand rather than a toy.
• Material: durable plastic with smooth, well-finished edges, designed for long-term use.
• Colours: most commonly bright stickerless plastic (no stickers) with good contrast between faces — easy to distinguish colours at speed.

What’s in the box

A typical QiYi Magnetic 3×3 package includes:

• the QiYi Magnetic 3×3 cube itself;
• a simple branded box;
• sometimes a small leaflet or basic solution guide (usually in English/Chinese).

The cube comes pre-lubed and tensioned, ready to use straight out of the box.

Key advantages

• Budget magnetic speed cube with a feel close to more expensive models.
• Light and fast, with a crisp, clicky turning feel — great for training and trying fast solves.
• Medium magnetic strength: a good balance between freedom of turning and control.
• Standard size and comfortable weight — suits most cubers.
• Simple construction without complicated adjustment systems — easy to explain and maintain for both kids and adult beginners.

Who it might not be ideal for / nuances

• For those looking for a top flagship with a magnetic core, adjustable magnets, MagLev and advanced tuning options, this model will feel too simple — it’s a solid budget workhorse, not a high-end flagship.
• Cubers who love a very soft, “buttery” and almost silent turning feel may find this cube too crisp and clicky.
• If the buyer has never used a speed cube before, some people may feel more comfortable starting with a slightly slower, more “educational” cube, and only then moving on to this magnetic 3×3.