The ShengShou Clock was the first mass produced factory magnetic clock to be released, it represents a definite improvement on the LingAo but does not compete with the QiYi Clock which was released shortly afterwards

ShengShou Gigaminx – Affordable 5x5 Megaminx Puzzle

The ShengShou Gigaminx is a stickerless 5-layer megaminx puzzle and one of the best-value gigaminxes available in the UK. If you’ve ever wondered what comes after a standard megaminx, this is it.

A gigaminx is essentially the dodecahedral equivalent of a 5x5 cube. With five layers per face and significantly more pieces than a traditional megaminx, it offers long, satisfying solves and a serious step up in complexity.

🔍 What Is a Gigaminx?

A gigaminx is a 12-sided puzzle (dodecahedron) with:

• 5 layers per face
• 12 faces
• Far more pieces than a 3x3 cube or standard megaminx
• A solving style similar to higher-order cubes like the 5x5

If you enjoy solving large cubes or advanced puzzles, the gigaminx offers a similar reduction-based solving method — but in a completely different shape.

⚙️ Performance & Turning

This updated ShengShou design improves upon older gigaminx models with better stability and smoother turning. While it is a non-magnetic puzzle, it remains surprisingly controllable for its size.

• Smooth turning out of the box
• Improved internal mechanism over earlier versions
• Stable piece design
• Stickerless plastic (no peeling or chipping)

For many cubers, this is the ideal entry-level gigaminx thanks to its balance of performance and affordability.

📏 Size & Specifications

Measuring a gigaminx is slightly different from measuring a cube due to its 12-sided shape.

• Edge length (per small outer edge): approx. 40mm
• Layers per face: 5
• Number of faces: 12
• Colour scheme: Stickerless
• Magnetic: No

The overall diameter is significantly larger than a standard megaminx, making this a visually impressive and substantial puzzle in the hand.

🎯 Who Is This Puzzle For?

• Megaminx solvers looking to level up
• Fans of large puzzles and long solves
• Collectors of impressive display pieces
• Advanced cubers wanting a new challenge

While not recommended for beginners, anyone comfortable with a megaminx or 5x5 cube will be able to learn the gigaminx with practice.

💰 Incredible Value at £18.95

The ShengShou Gigaminx stands out in the gigaminx market by offering strong performance at a much lower price than many alternatives. If you're looking to buy a gigaminx in the UK without spending a premium, this is one of the best options available.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pieces does a gigaminx have?

A gigaminx has significantly more pieces than a standard megaminx due to having five layers per face. It contains hundreds of individual pieces, making it a substantial higher-order puzzle.

How long does it take to solve a gigaminx?

This depends heavily on experience. For someone familiar with megaminx and 5x5 cubes, solves can range from 20 minutes to over an hour. For first-time solvers, it can take considerably longer.

Is the ShengShou Gigaminx magnetic?

No, this version is non-magnetic. Despite that, it remains smooth and stable thanks to its updated internal design.

Is this suitable for beginners?

This puzzle is not recommended for beginners. It is best suited for intermediate to advanced cubers who are already comfortable with megaminx or higher-order cubes.

What is the difference between a megaminx and a gigaminx?

A standard megaminx has 3 layers per face. A gigaminx has 5 layers per face, making it much more complex and significantly larger.

Gigaminx Comparison

Not sure which gigaminx to choose? Here’s how the three main options compare:

Quick pick: If you want the lowest price, go with the ShengShou Gigaminx. If you want a smoother non-magnetic upgrade, choose the YuXin HuangLong Gigaminx. For the highest performance and magnetic stability, the DianSheng Gigaminx M is the best option.

The Square-2 is an even harder version of the Square-1, this time it is finally available with magnets. If you like Square-1 then why not try the Square-2?

ShengShou Teraminx – Affordable 7-Layer Megaminx Challenge

The ShengShou Teraminx is a 7-layer megaminx puzzle, often considered the dodecahedral equivalent of a 7x7 cube.

The ShengShou Teraminx is one of the most accessible ways to experience one of the largest mass-produced dodecahedron puzzles available. As a 7-layer megaminx, it dramatically increases the complexity of the standard megaminx and gigaminx, creating extremely long and satisfying solves.

The teraminx belongs to the same puzzle family as the megaminx and gigaminx, but with seven layers per face, making it the dodecahedral equivalent of a 7x7 cube. This dramatically increases the number of pieces and difficulty compared to smaller puzzles. 

This modern ShengShou design improves stability and turning compared to earlier large minx puzzles, while keeping the price surprisingly affordable.

🔍 What Is a Teraminx?

A teraminx is a higher-order megaminx puzzle with seven layers per face. Like the gigaminx is the 5-layer version of the megaminx, the teraminx adds two additional layers, greatly increasing the number of pieces and solving difficulty.

• 7 layers per face
• 12 faces (dodecahedron shape)
• Hundreds of pieces
• Extremely long and complex solves

Solving a teraminx typically involves methods similar to solving a 7x7 cube: solving centres first, pairing edges, and finishing like a megaminx.

⚙️ Performance & Turning

The ShengShou Teraminx is designed to make such a large puzzle manageable. Despite its enormous size and complexity, it offers smooth turning and good stability.

• Smooth turning straight out of the box
• Stable piece design
• Bright stickerless plastic
• Excellent value compared to other teraminxes

While it does not include magnets, it remains a solid and reliable choice for anyone attempting their first teraminx.

📏 Specifications

• Puzzle type: Teraminx
• Layers per face: 7
• Faces: 12
• Magnetic: No
• Colour scheme: Stickerless

This puzzle is significantly larger and more complex than both the megaminx and gigaminx, making it an impressive centrepiece for any cube collection.

🎯 Who Is This Puzzle For?

• Megaminx solvers looking for a massive challenge
• Fans of very large twisty puzzles
• Collectors of impressive dodecahedron puzzles
• Solvers who enjoy big-cube style reduction methods

If you can already solve puzzles like the gigaminx or 7x7 cube, the teraminx is the natural next step.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many layers does a teraminx have?

A teraminx has 7 layers per face, making it the dodecahedral equivalent of a 7x7 cube.

How long does it take to solve a teraminx?

For experienced cubers, solves can take anywhere from around 40 minutes to several hours depending on solving method and familiarity with large puzzles.

Is the ShengShou Teraminx magnetic?

No, this version is non-magnetic.

Is this suitable for beginners?

This puzzle is best suited for experienced cubers who are already comfortable with megaminx, gigaminx or large cubes.

Teraminx Comparison

Not sure which teraminx to choose? Here’s how the main options compare:

Quick recommendation:
If you want the lowest price, choose the ShengShou Teraminx.
If you want smoother non-magnetic performance, the YuXin HuangLong Teraminx is a good upgrade.
For the best performance and magnetic stability, the DianSheng Teraminx is the top option.

The ShengShou 4x4 Mirror Cube is a 4x4 variant of the classic mirror cube, the mirror cube is a puzzle which is solved by matching the differenty heights of the pieces instead of the different colours on a normal cube, previously most large mirror cubes have had to be 3D printed but the 4x4 mirror is now available at a reasonable price. I feel this might be quite challenging as matching the centres up may be quite challenging.

The ShengShou MrM Square-0 is the world's first mass produced square-0 and ShengShou have also decided it should have magnets. The Square-0 can in some ways be considered the 2x2 version of the square-1 and will probably be quite similar to the 2x2x3.

ShengShou have finally released a stickerless version of their master pyraminx and it is available at a lower price than other master pyraminxes on the market. The master pyraminx is a 4x4 version of the pyraminx featuring an extra layer. This makes the puzzle significantly more challenging - why not give it a go?

The ShengShou Master Kilominx is a new 4x4 megaminx puzzle from ShengShou, they have redesigned the puzzle and it is now available in a stickerless version. The Master Kilominx is a cross between the megaminx and the 4x4, if you can solve both of those puzzles then you should be able to solve the master kilominx.

So much for 'should clock be a WCA event?'

ShengShou have gone and released a mini clock with only 6 clocks and only 3 pins and gears! I have a feeling that the solution is going to be very similar to the standard clock which they are now referring to as a '4x4 clock'. The QiYi Clock has essentially obliterated all the competition but the ShengShou clock has essentially became a clear runner up and is much cheaper, what is more with this new clock is that it is also magnetic just like the ShengShou clock so it should perform well.

The ShengShou Petaminx is a 9x9 version of the megaminx. ShengShou's version is now available at a much lower price than other petaminx puzzles. The petaminx puzzle serves as a cross between a megaminx and a 9x9 and can take a pretty long time to solve.

So much for people asking whether clock should be a WCA event!

ShengShou have now decided to release a bigger clock with 11 clocks and only 5 pins and gears! I have a feeling that the solution is going to be very similar to the standard clock which they are now referring to as a '4x4 clock' however I am a bit concerned there may be unexpected parities or something. The QiYi Clock has essentially obliterated all the competition but the ShengShou clock has essentially became a clear runner up and has a much lower price tag, what is more with this new clock is that it is also magnetic just like the ShengShou clock so it should perform well.

The ShengShou Magnetic Clock V2 is the first competitor to the QiYi Clock which has dominated the market for the past 5 years. Reviews from testers suggest that it turns well but the recognition of some of the clock timings will be a bit different. The ShengShou Clock V2 is fully magnetic with magnetic pins, as well as smaller magnets on the individual clock gears, making a total of 224 magnets.

The ShengShou 5x5x5 Mastermorphix is a 5x5 morphix puzzle, it theoretically solves just like a normal 5x5x5 cube but requires lateral thinking to solve.

The Shengshou Crazy Megaminx is a variation of the megaminx which features some extra bits around the centre of each side.

This is a great Pyraminx and for under £10. Its fast and has strong magnets giving it a very similar feel to the X-man Bell. we highly recommend this puzzle if you want a high level puzzle for a low price.

The ShengShou 7x7 Mastermorphix is a 7 layer morphix puzzle, it is stable and has stickerless bright shades on it, morphix puzzles are theoretically the same as nxnxn puzzles but require lateral thinking to solve successfully.

A budget magnetic 4x4x4 made by ShengShou with a light magnetic feel and an overly frosted exterior.

The ShengShou 4x4x4 Mastermorphix is a 4x4 morphix puzzle, it theoretically solves just like a normal 4x4x4 cube but requires lateral thinking to solve.

The ShengShou FTO is a budget version of the popular FTO puzzle, this is the cheaper non-magnetic version.

The ShengShou Elite Kilominx is the world's first stickerless 6x6 megaminx puzzle. The Elite Kilominx is a 6x6 version of the megaminx so can be solved with a cross between 6x6 solving techniques and megaminx solving techniques.

The ShengShou Metallic 3x3x3 M is a magnetic 3x3 speedcube with a metallic shiny coating.

A budget magnetic 5x5x5 made by ShengShou with a light magnetic feel and an overly frosted exterior.

The ShengShou 3x3 Pentahedron appears to be a nice and simple puzzle but is a bit more difficult than it seems, it requires some knowledge of cuboid solving techniques, why not give this a try?

The ShengShou 4x4x4 Magic Tower is a mix between the magic tower and a 4x4x4 morphix, an interesting challenge for those who like unusual puzzles.

The ShengShou 8x8 Mastermorphix is a 8 layer morphix puzzle, it is stable and has stickerless bright shades on it, morphix puzzles are theoretically the same as nxnxn puzzles but require lateral thinking to solve successfully.

The ShengShou 2x2 Pentahedron appears to be a nice and simple puzzle but is a bit more difficult than it seems, it requires some knowledge of cuboid solving techniques, why not give this a try?