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Product Description
Zeal Smart Timer – Scrambles, Statistics & Solve Storage Without a Phone
The Zeal Smart Timer takes a very different approach to smart speedcubing timers. Instead of connecting to an app on your phone, the Zeal puts its smart features directly into the timer itself.
Its built-in display can generate and show scrambles, store up to 1,000 solve times, calculate averages and allow you to mark solves with +2 or DNF penalties. This gives you many of the advantages of a smart timer without Bluetooth, an app or even having your phone beside you while you practise.
Available in Blue and White – simply select your preferred colour above.
📱 Smart Timing Without a Smartphone
Most smart speedcubing timers work by connecting to an app. The Zeal Smart Timer is different: its additional features are built directly into the timer.
This makes it particularly useful for younger speedcubers who don't have their own smartphone, as well as anyone who wants to practise without the distractions of having a phone beside them.
Turn on the timer, select your event and you can generate a scramble, time your solve and save the result using one device.
There is no Bluetooth pairing, no account to sign into and no app required.
🧩 Scrambles Displayed Directly on the Timer
One of the Zeal Timer's most distinctive features is its ability to generate scrambles and display them directly on its screen.
The timer includes scramble generation for eight popular speedcubing events:
- 2x2
- 3x3
- 4x4
- 5x5
- Pyraminx
- Skewb
- Clock
- Square-1
This means you can complete a full practice session without needing to use a separate scramble generator on your phone or computer.
For 3x3 practice in particular, you can simply read the scramble from the timer, scramble your cube, put your hands on the sensors and solve.
💾 Store Up to 1,000 Solve Times
A conventional speedcubing timer normally displays your latest result but doesn't keep a complete history of your practice.
The Zeal Smart Timer can store up to 1,000 solve records internally.
This makes it possible to keep track of a substantial practice session without manually entering every solve into another device.
Your times remain available directly through the timer, giving you a simple way to review previous results while keeping your practice setup completely independent from a smartphone.
📊 Built-In Averages
The Zeal doesn't just store individual solve times. It can also calculate common speedcubing statistics directly on the timer.
These include:
- Ao5 – Average of 5
- Mo3 – Mean of 3
This allows you to see how consistently you are solving rather than concentrating only on individual best times.
➕ Add +2 and DNF Penalties
Another useful feature for competition-style practice is the ability to edit results with +2 and DNF penalties.
If you finish a solve with a misalignment that would receive a +2 in competition, you can record that penalty rather than having an artificially fast result stored in your session.
Likewise, unsuccessful solves can be recorded as a DNF.
This makes your stored results and averages much more representative of how the same solves would be recorded in competition.
⏱️ Use It Like a Normal Speedcubing Timer
Despite all of the additional features, the Zeal can still be used like a conventional speedcubing timer.
Place both hands on the sensors, wait until the timer is ready, remove your hands to begin your solve and place both hands back on the sensors when you finish.
If you don't want to use the scramble generator or statistics during a particular session, you can simply use it to time your solves.
🔋 Rechargeable Battery
The Zeal Smart Timer uses a rechargeable battery, so there is no need to continually replace disposable batteries.
This is particularly convenient if you use your timer frequently for long practice sessions.
🎨 Available in Blue & White
The Zeal Smart Timer is available in two colour options:
- Blue
- White
Both versions provide the same core smart timing features. Select your preferred colour using the options above.
📏 Key Features
- Built-In Scramble Generator: Yes
- Supported Scrambles: 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5, Pyraminx, Skewb, Clock & Square-1
- Solve Storage: Up to 1,000 results
- Statistics: Ao5 and Mo3
- Penalties: +2 and DNF
- Bluetooth: No
- Phone/App Required: No
- Standalone Timing: Yes
- Battery: Rechargeable
- Colours: Blue & White
🎯 Who Is the Zeal Smart Timer For?
- Cubers who want smart features without connecting to a phone
- Younger speedcubers who don't have their own smartphone
- Cubers who want scrambles displayed directly on their timer
- Anyone who wants to store solve times without entering them manually
- Cubers who want Ao5 and Mo3 statistics available directly from their timer
- Anyone who prefers a distraction-free practice setup
If you simply want an inexpensive conventional timer, the QiYi Timer is a simpler and cheaper option.
If you want your solve data transferred to a smartphone automatically, consider the MoYu AI Timer, QiYi Smart Timer or GAN Halo Timer.
The Zeal sits between these two categories: more functionality than a conventional timer, without requiring the phone connection of a Bluetooth smart timer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Zeal Smart Timer need a phone?
No. This is one of the Zeal Timer's biggest advantages. Its scramble generator, solve storage and statistics are built directly into the timer, so you don't need a smartphone or app to use them.
Does the Zeal Timer have Bluetooth?
No. Unlike the GAN Halo, QiYi Smart Timer and MoYu AI Timer, the Zeal doesn't transfer your results to a smartphone using Bluetooth.
Instead, results and statistics are stored and displayed directly on the timer itself.
Which puzzles can the Zeal Timer generate scrambles for?
The Zeal Smart Timer can generate scrambles for 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5, Pyraminx, Skewb, Clock and Square-1.
How many solves can the Zeal Timer store?
The timer can store up to 1,000 solve records, allowing you to complete substantial practice sessions without manually recording every result elsewhere.
Can the Zeal Timer calculate averages?
Yes. The Zeal can calculate Ao5 (average of 5) and Mo3 (mean of 3) directly on the timer.
Can I record +2s and DNFs?
Yes. Stored results can be marked with +2 or DNF penalties, making the timer particularly useful for competition-style practice.
Is the Zeal Smart Timer suitable for children?
Yes. The Zeal is particularly useful for younger cubers because all of its main smart features work without a smartphone. A child can generate scrambles, time solves, store results and view averages entirely on the timer.
Is the Zeal Timer used at WCA competitions?
The Zeal is designed for personal practice rather than use as the official timing equipment for WCA attempts.
If you specifically want to practise using the timer setup that will be required at official WCA competitions, consider the Speed Stacks G5. From 2 January 2027, official WCA attempts using a speedsolving timer will require the G5 in 4-pad mode.
Speedcubing Timer Comparison
Not sure which timer is right for you? The Zeal is unusual because it provides smart features without requiring Bluetooth or a phone.
| Timer | Bluetooth | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| QiYi Timer | ❌ | Simple, affordable everyday timing |
| QiYi Smart Timer | ✔ | Affordable Bluetooth solve logging |
| MoYu AI Timer | ✔ | Bluetooth timing and WCU Cube |
| GAN Halo Timer | ✔ | Premium smart timing and CubeStation |
| Zeal Smart Timer | ❌ | Smart features without needing a phone |
| Speed Stacks G5 | ❌ | WCA competition practice and 2027 4-pad timing |
For more options, browse our full range of speedcubing timers.
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ok then… When I first got the original evo I honestly was not impressed at all, no centre distance adjustment, very loose and very scratchy. It also seemed to catch quite a bit as well. Couldn’t be bothered returning it so I had a good play with the settings. After setting the elasticity and magnet strength to max seemed to make it feel considerably more stable. After that I started adding some lube, whether it’s the grid style pattern they use on the pieces or something else, this cube needs more lube than I would normally consider for a cube.. around 6 drops of Martian and a further 6 drops of Comet SCS lube seems to do the trick. After a bit of breaking in (hundred solves or so) the cube now feels great, the surfaces kinda feel like GANs matte surfaces, that and the light weight, the best way I can describe it is like a GAN 11m pro without the corner/core magnets. Now with the black internals it’s pretty much the same, though the box is nigh on identical, only a sticker with Chinese language only on it (guessing just stating it is the limited edition version). Same with inside the box, everything is the same except the LE has a serial number card (like GAN) included. Visually I love the look of the black internals, with the bevelled edges of the centres and the slight bevels on the pieces the black internals give a very bold contrast from almost every angle, it seems to make colour recognition much easier. Definitely a contender to use as a main… though I do have a GAN 12 M maglev UV arriving tomorrow… though that is definitely more of a show piece!
An absolutely amazing budget and good quality timer which has helped a lot with keeping track of all my times! Definitely worth it!!!
It feels so much better than the mg and the carry cubes. Nice matte finish like the high end GAN cubes despite it being a split piece design instead of the usual capped pieces. Magnets can be set quite strong, which I like. Though word of warning for anyone getting one, unlike most adjustable screw type adjusters, this doesn’t reset back to setting one after the lowest setting (1 is strangest, 7 is weakest) i.e. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,1 it is a hard stop at each end of the adjustment so to go back from 5 to 4 you just click it back the other way instead of having to go 5,6,7,1,2,3,4. The tension and axle distance system is the same as the carry, 3 sets of springs and caps. The charger appears pretty much the same as the ones from the 356i, i2 and the play. There are a couple of differences though, white instead of black and it finally uses USB-C l!!
Overall it feels like a regular high end GAN cube which is a good thing, that and the stronger magnets puts this one at the top of the pile in my eyes now over the moyu ai.
I have quite big hands so why did I buy this? I just fancied having a cube that was a little smaller to carry about in a pocket but that was much more usable than one of those little key-ring versions. A travel cube to practise and memorise algs on rather than going for that PB. Overall, the quality is a few notches up from what I expected at this price range. It feels great, turns nicely and the magnets do a good job - I can use it almost as fast as a decent full size. I was worried that 50mm wasn't a large enough reduction in edge size but 50mm multiplied by 3 dimensions has a decent reducing effect on the volume - it definitely fits in a pocket way better than a full size. I think the size is perfect: any smaller and it would be annoying to use and any larger and it would be too close to a full size to be worth owning.
What a brilliant little cube this is. I've been wanting to try a small cube for a while now as I have short fingers & I'm missing the tops of two of them. This is just great. Turns beautifully out of the box, light & fast, but not too fast. Corner cutting is exemplary, better than any of my other cubes & lock ups are few & far between it really is a pleasure to use. Downsides? I wouldn't mind if the magnets were a smidgen stronger, and my fingers are fat as well as short, so can sometimes end up tripping over themselves due to the size. Overall though, I cannot speek highly enough of this puzzle. Great value too.
I'm new to cubing and have bought 4 different cubes from Daniel at Speed cubing. Org out of curiosity as to what the difference is between them & the Neutrino Moyo RS3M 2020 is the fastest & smoothest of them all.
Was intrigued by the new maglev system that appears to be the new trend for speedcubes, was going to order the RS3M 2021 maglev but when I heard about the WR version I held off and I’m glad I did. I already own a “regular” WRM 2021 and love using it so this was pretty much a no-brainer in my eyes with it having the features from the WRM plus the maglev system and its purple interior! Out of the box it felt a bit dry/sandy and quite tight which I thought was a bit unusual for a moyu cube, after loosening the screws by half a turn and using my settings from my WRM (tension 6, magnets 4) and adding a bit of scs solar lube it is now starting to bed in nicely and feels awesome. May have to play with the screw settings a bit as it beds in more as I can see this cube being crazy fast when set up properly. Highly recommended!!
This is my first cube so have nothing to compare it with but I’m very pleased with it. The movement is smooth, it’s light and quiet.
For anyone else just starting there are lots of tutorials and videos for how to solve it, but I found written instructions easier to follow. Also keep practising each step until you can do it without referring to instructions before moving on to the next.
It took me five days to be able to complete it from memory and took just over three minutes. I still have to think about some moves so have plenty of room for improvement.
Don’t let age put you off starting either; I’m 66.
It's worth paying the extra £5 for the set up.
I've got a standard Moyu RS3M, which is a great cube (more on this in a minute) - the service smoothes out the turning and the spring noise which is present in the standard version.
The RS3M, in my opinion is as good as a GAN, in fact to be honest I prefer it. The cube is very quick, but also very stable - out of the box (standard as well as neutrino) it doesn't seem to over turn or catch.
The colours are bright and easy enough to differentiate in darker conditions (I don't have any colour deficiency so can only speak as someone with vision within normal ranges).
I've tried this cube alongside several different brands at different price points, and to be honest I have to say that this is the best cube I have used to date (March 2021).
If you have a limited budget (or not), and are considering this Cube compared to say a GAN (356M/ Air M), my personal opinion would be to save yourself the money and buy this cube. It will not disappoint.
10/10.
The cube comes with not matte finish and the colours and bright and contrast each other well. The cube is 60mm wide which is slightly bigger than I'd like, but not too bad. The cube's corner cutting is pretty good, there are areas you can't turn and this occasionally leads to lock ups, but not often and with accurate turning this isn't a problem.
The cube is fairly fast and slightly clicky while turning. I set it up with gravitas and dignitas on the core, then dnm-37 and mystic on the pieces to make it smooth and fast, however there are times when the cube feels like there is too much friction.
I would recommend for any level, however intermediate to advanced solvers might want to consider the WRM. 4/5
This cube comes with a slight matte finish on the pieces, which I at first was not a huge fan of, however it is quite subtle and slightly helps me grip the cube. The cube comes in bright colours that are easy to contrast.
The tensioning system is similar the the WRM, it is simple, easy and works really well. The magnets are subtler than some other cubes, however still aid turning. I have tried adding stronger magnets but I feel the cube becomes too heavy and too clicky. It corner cuts well, there is just about a point where it won't turn, but I have never had that situation while solving.
The cube feels fast and quite smooth, and clicky in that it makes a noise while turning. I set it up with gravitas and dignitas lube on the core, then dnm-37 and mystic on the pieces, helping it be fast but still stable and controllable.
This cube is absolutely incredible for any level of solving, I think everyone should buy this cube. If you want a budget cube that is good, buy this, and cube to replace an old not-so-good cube? - buy this, a cube that is one of the best on the market? - buy this! There are some cubes that some people prefer, such as the Gan 11m pro, but that is personal preference, and ultimately this cube competes with cubes 5-6 times the price. Easy 5/5
The cube has no matte finish and the colours are bright and contrast each other well. The cube is 63mm which I have found to be a great size. The cube is very fast and easy to turn, and is very smooth. I used gravitas and dignitas lube on the core then dnm-37 and mystic on the pieces.
The cube has fairly good corner-cutting but does lock up occasionally, which is to be expected of a 5x5. I've had one or two pops, but after tightening it slightly that hasn't been an issue.
I would recommend this for any level of solving, I think everyone should buy this cube. If you are really advanced there are cubes that could be considered better such as the Valk 5, but that is just personal preference and this cube competes with the best despite the brilliant price.
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