IPhone 6 contacts & iCloud sync = not so much

When I add/change a contact on the iPhone (6), it doesn't always sync with iCloud (and therefore with my other devices). When I do it the other way around (add contact on MacBook or iMac), it appears on the phone immediately. I searched the database but haven't had luck with the suggestions I found there. This is what I have tried:
I have made sure "All iCloud" is checked under Groups in Contacts.
I have made sure Default Account is iCloud in Mail, Calendar, Contacts (Settings).
I turned off/on the Contacts toggle in iCloud settings AND
I have unchecked/checked Contacts in System preferences, THEN restarted both the Mac and the phone.
Gimme some loving' --

Hello Mav,
We've an article that deatils a number of helpful steps which can assist with getting your iCloud Contacts working correctly on all of your devices.
Get help using iCloud Contacts
http://support.apple.com/en-us/TS3998
Cheers,
Allen

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