GAN 11 Series Comparison (2021)

Renowned manufacturer GAN has released four versions of their flagship GAN 11, the GAN 11 M Pro, GAN 11 M Duo, GAN 11 M and GAN 11 Air. Here's out GAN 11 Series Comparison.

Comparison

GAN 11 M Pro

GAN's flagship 3x3, the GAN 11 M Pro, released in late 2020, has all the bells and whistles - with a price tag to match, at $64.95.

Magnets

It features GAN's industry-first corner/core magnet positioning system, made up of 64 magnets total, the feel of this new system is very different from a traditional corner/edge set-up. The magnet strength of the core can be interchanged for lighter or stronger magnets and the corner piece magnets can be easily adjusted by toggling the "switch" between light, moderate, and strong for maximum customization.

Dual Adjustment GES System

The same dual-adjustment core that originated in the XS is found in the 11 M Pro and allows for 24 different adjustment variations through 4 elasticity nut options and 6 spring compression choices.

Plastic Color and Exterior Finishes

Available in both stickered and stickerless finishes, the GAN 11 M Pro boasts 3 types of stickerless finishes.

• The "Soft" finish is a super soft, rubber feel similar to some computer accessories but does not offer a very good grip. Available exclusively with "primary" plastic internals.
• The "UV Coated" finish is a high-gloss, grippy feel that is more resistant against scratching and is available exclusively with "primary" plastic internals.
• The "Frosted" finish is what has been used on recent GAN releases and is available with either "primary" or "black" plastic internal pieces.

The stickered option is only available in a black plastic of both the interior and exterior, with GAN's factory stickers on top.

Accessories

A completely re-designed and easier to open to box houses the GAN 11 M Pro. Accompanied with dark blue elasticity nuts for the core adjustment, a screwdriver, alternate strength core magnets, a flathead screwdriver, and guides/pamphlets.

GAN 11 M Duo

The GAN 11 M Duo, priced at $46.95, is very similar to the GAN 11 M Pro but lacks the magnetic adjustment setting. The puzzle is also not available in the same number of finishes and is only available in a glossy stickerless finish. However, cubers who are looking for a cheaper alternative with the same magnetic feel as the 11 M Pro should consider this puzzle.

The same re-designed box from the 11 M Pro is included with the 11 M Duo, along with extra elasticity nuts for core adjustment, but the removal of extra corner core magnets, as the magnets in this puzzle again are non-adjustable.

GAN 11 M

The GAN 11 M is a recent GAN release, with the removal of the corner-core magnets present in the 11 M Pro and the 11 M Duo, with only traditional edge-corner magnet positioning present. It features the same GES Pro tensioning system but features the older v3 GAN accessory box.

Included extras

• Additional GTN (GAN Tuning Nut)
• Shell case
• Cube bag
• Beginner & CFOP tutorial

GAN 11 Air

The GAN 11 Air is the lowest tier of the four, weighing 50g and lacking any form of magnetic system within the puzzle. It also uses the older GES + tensioning system and the older GAN box similar to the box included with the GAN 11 M. It is the cheapest of the bunch, being priced at $24.95, although the lack of magnets may be a turn off for most cubers

Included extras

• Shell case
• Cube bag
• Beginner & CFOP tutorial

Lubricating the GAN 11

To bring out the best performance of any of these speedcubes, we recommend lubrication to reduce friction, smoothening out the puzzle and increasing the puzzle's lifespan. If you'd like to do it yourself, read more about our selection of speed cube lubricants here - if not, our team of professionals can set up any selection of these puzzles with our selection of lubricants - read more here.