PS: Probably dumb question, but… should I use such a cheapy when working in Cubase - sometimes also, or maybe it won’t reflect an actual mixdown .wav?
Yes and no.
Yes, it reflects your mix on that particular system. And no, it will and should not translate everything that is in the mix.
So why having one of these cheap speakers in the first place?
If you want to see how well your mix translates it makes sense to go for more than just one device (your mobile in this case). Each and every device translates differently.
For example, the famous NS10s will reveal a lot about your midrange and how well the low end translates into the midrange. Many people hate their sound, though. Auratones basically do the same thing but they are different in a way that they respond differently due to their construction. Others have their car as their trusted translation check, others a cheap pair of desktop speakers, others an old boom box and so on and so forth.
That’s why I suggested to buy another pair of speakers rather than to solely rely on your mobile for translation checks - be it with or without Harman curve.
I can’t recommend a specific model, you have to find out what works best for you. Whatever you buy, you will have a more educated translation check. Keep in mind: you need to know them well in order to read them. Listen how your reference songs translate, adjust your ears and compare.
I hope this has answered your question. I use my cheapos for quick translation checks whenever I feel like it.
Man, another novel although I wanted to keep it short.
Nuff said 
EDIT: Bonus tip - Isol8 by TBProAudio is a brilliant tool to check all sorts of things. I use it all the time and here’s the second best part: it’s free 
. Unfortunately their website is down right now due to maintenance stuff until April 14th 2025. However, it’s definetly worth the wait: TBProAudio Isol8
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