Chess Score Pad

Chess Score Pad

Scoresheet with PGN export

178 ratings
37 reviews
$9.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 10, 2012
  • February 3, 2026

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This app provides a modern, distraction-free electronic scoresheet for over-the-board chess tournament play. Record moves effortlessly, review positions, and export games in PGN or PDF formats for post-game analysis. Designed by a tournament player, it streamlines the scoring process so you can focus on the game.

✓Effortless move recording (tap or drag)
✓Automatic game saving
✓Easy move correction
✓Step-through and slider game review
✓PGN export for analysis
✓PDF scoresheet export with diagram
✓Optional legal-move and time tracking
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What's New in Chess Score Pad

26.0

February 3, 2026

• Updated for iOS 26 system UI changes • New sidebar on iPad for improved navigation and layout • Improved readability when using larger text sizes • Numerous small improvements and fixes

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Last updated on October 11, 2026.

User reviews

My copy doesn’t work

I must be missing something. I can’t get a board to show up to record the game. It lets me set up the scoresheet but I cannot figure out how to actually use the app. I’m sure I missed something obvious but I can’t seem to find it.

good app but needs fixing for accessibility, board not accessible to voiceover users

Hi,
I'm a blind chess player. I just purchaced chess score pad on the ios app-store. So far i'm liking it, however I did come across a major bug for blind voiceover, apple's screenreader, users such as myself. When it comes time to write the notation of the game; this is not possible, as voiceover doesn't read the board at all, making it impossible to enter notation or moves. Would it be possible to make this part of the app accessible, weather by making the board accessible with voiceover, or by allowing moves to be entered via notation, i.e, e4 e5 nf3 etc?
This seems like a really useful app for blind players but if the board accessibility could be improved I'd greatly appreciate it. Personally from experiense at least for blind players, having the ability to enter the moves via notation would be easier and faster.
If you want to take a look at how this works, go into lichess.org, enable the blind mode and try entering moves by not ation.
Looking forward to your reply.
Aditionally your contact option in your site is broken. I've tried sending this via the contact us, form in your site, and I keep getting email couldn't be delivered.
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good app but needs fixing for accessibility, board not accessible to voiceover users

Hi,
I'm a blind chess player. I just purchaced chess score pad on the ios app-store. So far i'm liking it, however I did come across a major bug for blind voiceover, apple's screenreader, users such as myself. When it comes time to write the notation of the game; this is not possible, as voiceover doesn't read the board at all, making it impossible to enter notation or moves. Would it be possible to make this part of the app accessible, weather by making the board accessible with voiceover, or by allowing moves to be entered via notation, i.e, e4 e5 nf3 etc?
This seems like a really useful app for blind players but if the board accessibility could be improved I'd greatly appreciate it. Personally from experiense at least for blind players, having the ability to enter the moves via notation would be easier and faster.
If you want to take a look at how this works, go into lichess.org, enable the blind mode and try entering moves by notation.
Looking forward to your reply.
Aditionally your contact option in your site is broken. I've tried sending this via the contact us, form in your site, and I keep getting email couldn't be delivered.
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Great App for Over the board chess!

I have been using this app for several years. It’s great for recording games and allowing review on your own or with friends. It also converts the game to.pgn format and is very easy to email games to yourself or your opponent for further analysis.

Just use paper.

Missing way too many features for the price.

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Reported Bugs

8 issues

Board not accessible to voiceover users

Bug

Contact option on website is broken

Bug

Screen controls are flaky, requiring repeated attempts

Bug

Cost me a tournament game due to flaky controls

Bug

Cannot use 'Save to Files' in iPad if the result is draw (1/2)

Bug

Shows own pieces checking own King

Bug

Does not show when checking opponent's King

Bug

App is 32bit and may not work in the future

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Requested Features

16 requests

Make board accessible to voiceover users or allow notation entry

Feature

Ability to enter ??, !!, !? and ?! notations

Feature

Cloud support (iCloud/Dropbox)

Feature

Option to load a game

Feature

Built-in player list

Feature

Export multiple games at once

Feature

Different board colors or lighter dark green squares

Feature

Ability to save games in .pgn format automatically

Feature

Get app approved for USCF tournaments

Feature

iCloud capabilities for syncing games

Feature

Enhanced time controls for correspondence matches

Feature

Feature to make notes and annotate games

Feature

Review or journal mode for inputting variations and annotations

Feature

Standard algebraic notation

Feature

More tags for app store search (e.g., PGN)

Feature

Move notations with time

Feature

FAQ

What does the Chess Score Pad app do?

Chess Score Pad is a digital scoresheet designed for over-the-board chess tournament play. It allows you to record moves easily, review game positions, and export your games in formats like PGN and PDF for later analysis. The app aims to replace traditional paper scoresheets with a clean, modern interface.

What are the key features of Chess Score Pad?

Key features include effortless move recording by tapping or dragging pieces, automatic game saving, easy move correction, and tools for reviewing positions and games. It also offers PGN export for analysis in chess databases and PDF export for professional scoresheets with diagrams. Optional features like legal-move checking and move-time tracking are also available.

How much does Chess Score Pad cost?

Chess Score Pad is a paid application. The provided information indicates it does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase price for the full functionality.

Is Chess Score Pad compatible with my device?

The app is designed for over-the-board chess and is mentioned to have a side-by-side board and notation view on iPad, suggesting tablet compatibility. Specific operating system requirements (iOS/Android) and device compatibility details would typically be found on the app's store page.

Can I use Chess Score Pad for official tournament play?

While designed for tournament play, Chess Score Pad is not currently certified for official tournament use. Its use may be permitted at the discretion of the tournament director. It is important to check with your tournament organizer before relying on it for official scoring.