MoYu AoLong V6 vs V5: What Changed, and Which Should You Buy?

Short answer: On paper, the maxed-out AoLong V6 and V5 share the same core features: a 20-magnet ball core, MagLev, 100 magnets, and 64 setups. The V6 is 5g lighter (67g vs 72g), turns faster, feels lighter, and adds the brand new Nano Skin Feel option. Buy the V6 if you want the latest MoYu flagship or a non-glossy finish; buy the V5 if you want to save CA$3 on a proven cube.

Side by side

	AoLong V5 (UV)	AoLong V6 (UV)	AoLong V6 (Nano Skin Feel)
Price at Maple Cube Shop	CA$60	CA$65	CA$70
Core	20-magnet ball-core, carbon fibre	20-magnet ball-core, carbon fibre	20-magnet ball-core, carbon fibre
Magnets	100	100	100
Positioning	Ball-Core Positioning 3.0	Ball-Core Positioning 3.0	Ball-Core Positioning 3.0
MagLev	Yes	Yes	Yes
Setup options	64 (8 elasticity, 8 tension)	64 (8 elasticity, 8 tension)	64 (8 elasticity, 8 tension)
Finish	Magic-Cloth/UV Coated	Magic-Cloth/UV Coated	Skin-feel, soft
Size	55.5mm	55.5mm	55.5mm
Weight	72g	67g	67g
Availability	In stock	In stock	In stock

What’s actually different

MoYu kept the V5’s internal system, including the carbon fibre core, cutting the weight from 72g to 67g. The spec sheet barely changes, so the real difference is how the cube feels in your hands. Andy’s notes after his first 100 solves:

• Turning feel: out of the box, the V6 is faster, lighter, and louder than the Aolong V5. The lighter carbon fibre core means less rotational inertia, so it accelerates through algorithms, especially PLLs. The hollow pieces make it feel much less blocky, but they also act like a sound chamber: expect a sharper, louder clack on fast turns.
• Corner cutting and stability: The corner cutting is amazing, and the small cuts feel effortless, and you will rarely get a pop. If your turning is aggressive or sloppy, expect only a few small lockups when solving.
• Andy’s setup: the V6 is very fast out of the box, so set it up tighter for stability. Set the elasticity to 3 or 4 clicks to add resistance and stop the pieces from flexing and catching. Pair that with a slightly looser tension than the elasticity of 2 or 3 clicks, which keeps the cube together and stops overturning without sacrificing its corner cutting.
• Andy’s lube combination: Put Angstrom Dignitas on the tracks to make it more controllable and plush. Add FZ-Calm for a better sound and more control, Mystic for speed and glide, and finish with FZ Rush for long-lasting speed. Together they turn the V6 into a fast, controllable, and super-smooth cube.

The spec sheet barely changes — the real difference is how the cube feels in your hands.

Nano Skin Feel vs UV: is the CA$5 worth it?

The V6 is the first maxed-out AoLong offered in two finishes. UV coating is glossy, grippy, and scratch-resistant. Nano Skin Feel is a soft surface MoYu describes as soft and skin-like, built to resist wear and peeling.

• Pick UV if your hands stay dry and you like a shiny cube that is easy to grip.
• Pick Nano Skin if your hands get sweaty, you dislike fingerprints on glossy cubes, or you want a cube that feels different from everything else in your bag.
• Andy, after a week with both: “The UV finish settles into a glossy, ultra-grippy shell that locks firmly into the hands but can feel sticky with sweat, whereas the Nano Skin Feel settles into a smooth, velvety soft texture that stays exceptionally clean and dry but offers less raw, tacky traction.”

Which should you buy?

If you are…	Buy	Why
Upgrading from a budget cube	AoLong V6 (UV)	Latest flagship features for CA$3 more than the V5
Sweaty hands, or tired of glossy cubes	AoLong V6 (Nano Skin)	The only maxed AoLong with a super soft finish
Already own a V5 you like	Keep it	Same core features; upgrade only for the feel or the Nano finish
Want the most premium MoYu 3×3	MoYu PBCube WR	Developed with World Champion Yiheng Wang; 512 setups
On a tight budget	DaYan GuHong Pro+, or MoYu RS3 M V5 (Ball Core UV + Robot Cube Stand)	MagLev and a magnetic core for a way lower price

FAQ

Is the AoLong V6 better than the V5?

It’s lighter (67g vs 72g), faster and airier, with the same core features. If you like a fast cube, yes. If you prefer a heavier, more solid feel, the V5 still holds up.

How much is the AoLong V6 in Canada?

CA$65 for the UV version and CA$70 for Nano Skin Feel at Maple Cube Shop. Shipping is free on orders over CA$60, so either one ships free.

Do you ship the AoLong V6 to Hong Kong?

Yes. Hong Kong orders ship from our stock in Fanling, priced in HKD.

Is the AoLong V6 good for beginners?

Yes, if the budget allows. The 64 setups let you make it slower and more stable while you learn. For a cheaper first cube, the DaYan GuHong Pro+ (CA$25) has MagLev and a magnetic core.

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About the author

Andy Law is a Hong Kong speedcuber who has competed in 14 WCA competitions since 2023. He also competes in 2×2, clock, skewb, pyraminx, megaminx, one-handed, 4×4 and 5×5.