• Company Name: GANCUBE Inc.
• Brand Name: Gan
• Founded: 2014
• Founder: Jiang Ganyuan
• Headquarters: China
• Industry: Puzzle manufacturing, educational toys, consumer electronics
• Products: Speedcubes, smart cubes, cube robots, timers, accessories
• Official Website: gancube.com

Gan was founded by Jiang Ganyuan, a former Chinese speedcubing record holder who aimed to design cubes that were lighter, faster and more stable than those available at the time.1 The company quickly gained recognition for introducing engineering innovations rather than simply replicating existing designs. Within a few years, Gan cubes became popular among professional speedcubers worldwide, establishing the brand as a premium manufacturer. Today, Gan products are sold in over 100 countries and regions.1

Speed Cubes

Gan manufactures puzzles for nearly every official speedcubing event, including:

• 2×2 Cube
• 3×3 Cube
• 4×4 Cube
• 5×5 Cube
• Pyraminx
• Skewb
• Megaminx
• Mirror Cube
• Training cubes

The company’s flagship 3×3 cubes are particularly well known amongst competitive cubers.

Smart Cubes

Gan was among the first companies to successfully commercialise Bluetooth-enabled smart cubes. These cubes connect to the Cube Station app, allowing users to:

• Record solve times
• Analyse turning statistics
• Learn algorithms
• Compete online
• Practise with AI-assisted training

Popular smart cube models include:

• GAN356 i
• GAN12 ui
• GAN i Carry series
• GAN i41

Accessories

Gan also produces a range of accessories, including:

• Smart Timer
• GAN Robot
• Cube cases
• Lubricants
• Tension tools
• Replacement springs
• Display stands

Gan is known for introducing several innovations that have influenced the wider speedcube industry.

Magnetic Positioning

Gan popularised factory-installed magnets that help align cube layers more accurately. Benefits include better stability, increased control, faster turning and improved accuracy.

GES (GAN Elastic System)

The GES allows users to easily change spring tension and cube feel without replacing internal parts.

Numerical IPG

Later models introduced numerical settings for precise customisation of elasticity, compression and corner-cutting characteristics.

MagLev Technology

Instead of metal springs, MagLev cubes use opposing magnets to create magnetic repulsion. Advantages include less friction, reduced wear, higher turning speed and a smoother feel. MagLev technology has become one of Gan’s signature features.

Lightweight Construction

Gan cubes are among the lightest premium speedcubes available, reducing hand fatigue during long solving sessions.

Some of Gan’s most influential models include:

Cube Station is Gan’s official mobile application. Features include:

• Bluetooth cube connectivity
• Online multiplayer battles
• AI solving analysis
• Algorithm trainer
• Progress tracking
• Global rankings
• Robot integration

It supports both smart cubes and compatible accessories.1

Gan sponsors many of the world’s top speedcubers through its GAN Gurus team. The company has supported world-class competitors including Feliks Zemdegs, Max Park and Philipp Weyer. Gan has also sponsored numerous national and international cubing competitions.

Gan is generally regarded as one of the most premium brands in speedcubing. It is known for exceptional manufacturing quality, high-end engineering, innovative technology, premium pricing and excellent customisation. Although Gan cubes are often more expensive than competitors, many cubers consider them among the best-performing cubes available.

Gan competes with several major speedcube manufacturers, including MoYu, QiYi, YJ and DaYan.

Today, Gan products are sold through official distributors and retailers in more than 100 countries and regions, serving beginners, enthusiasts and professional speedcubers alike.1

According to the company, Gan aims to combine innovation, engineering and intelligent technology to advance the sport of speedcubing through high-performance cubes, smart hardware and software platforms.1

1. Introduction – GANCube