Chess for Kids: Learn to Play

Chess for Kids: Learn to Play

Board and Puzzle Learning Game

100K ratings
1065 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 6, 2013
  • September 3, 2026

Features

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About

Learn chess through interactive lessons, puzzles, and games. This app offers a safe, ad-free environment for kids to develop chess skills, play against friends or bots, and join a global community.

Play free chess games online and offline
Solve over 350,000 chess puzzles
Interactive step-by-step lessons
Challenge friends, bots, or the computer
Join a global chess community
Safe and ad-free environment
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What's New in Chess for Kids

10.3.3

September 3, 2026

Introducing Game Review! Kids can now review completed games with guided feedback and engine analysis to see what moves were great, what could be better, and how to improve next time. Every game is now a chance to learn and get stronger. Update now and try Game Review!

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Subscription plans

3 Months

Gives access to all features for three months

$29.003 Months
7 Days trial
Price Updates
September 18, 2026$29.00
May 26, 2026$29.00
June 13, 2024$19.99
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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 76+9

Family games

This game rose +9 positions in Family games chart.

Last updated on September 18, 2026.

Top Grossing

📈 136+6

Board games

This game rose +6 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on September 18, 2026.

Top Free

📉 186-5

Family games

This game dropped -5 positions in Family games chart.

Last updated on September 18, 2026.

Events

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New School Year, New Moves!

Better coaching. Fresher boards. Bigger wins.

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User reviews

Cryptic feedback

It often tells you that you could have made a better move but it doesn’t tell you what that move was. So it’s a a miss on teachable moments. For this much money I’d expect that.

Wow!

Incredibly good!

Very Fun!!

Whether you are a member or not it’s still very fun! You can also play it easy with Qwerty, or play it hard with MegaHertz!

best game ever!

it’s very good but why do you have to put gold membership? even for lessons!

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Incorrect move detection and scoring issues

Bug

Freezing and crashing during gameplay

Bug

Syncing problems between app and website versions

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add more lesson content and difficulty levels

Feature

Improve matchmaking and tournament experience

Feature

Implement social features like friend challenges

Feature

Allow more free access to puzzles and videos

Feature

FAQ

What does Chess for Kids do?

This app teaches children how to play chess through interactive lessons, challenging puzzles, and the ability to play games against friends, computer bots, or other players online. It provides a safe and ad-free environment designed specifically for young learners to develop their chess skills.

What are the key features of this chess app?

Key features include playing unlimited free chess games online and offline, solving over 350,000 puzzles to sharpen tactical skills, and engaging in step-by-step interactive lessons covering basics to advanced strategies. Users can also challenge friends or computer bots and join a large online chess community.

How much does Chess for Kids cost?

Playing chess games is completely free and unlimited for all players. However, access to unlimited puzzles and videos requires a Gold membership. The app is free to download and offers basic functionality without payment.

Is this app suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed to be perfect for beginners. It offers kid-friendly chess coaching videos on rules and basics, interactive lessons, and 10 funny chess bots suitable for all skill levels, making it easy to learn chess strategies and tactics.

What are the safety features for children?

The app provides a safe and ad-free environment. Children can only chat in games with their parents, and making friends requires explicit parental permission. Parents have full control over their children's accounts, ensuring a secure experience.