# Chess Tiger Lite — Learn, play, improve!

> Ad-free chess trainer for learning, playing, and improving skills. (iPhone/iPad app by Christophe Théron.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tiger-lite/id445291629 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christophe Théron](https://appshunter.io/developer/423198262)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Strategy
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 348 App Store ratings · 197 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, German (Germany), French (France)
- Released: 2011-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tiger-lite/id445291629/reviews.md

## What is Chess Tiger Lite?

Beginner or advanced, improve your chess skills, without ever being disturbed by ads.

Do you want to master the most prestigious, the classiest game ever, while having fun?

It's EASY! For starters, there are no ads to distract you. There's no account to create, and you don't even need to be connected to the Internet.

So, how does it work?

If you are a beginner, let yourself be guided by the introductory lessons included. The lessons are SHORT and EASY. Right from the start, you begin playing by moving pieces, and you learn the rules of the game while having fun.

Once you know the rules, you start playing real games! The coach shows you the moves a Grandmaster would pick. Not just one move, but THE 4 BEST MOVES.

Sounds too simple? But think about it... How did you learn to speak as a child? Did you take grammar and spelling lessons? Of course not. You listened to the adults talk and then you went for it! Because that's how you learn!

This app allows you to do just that, AND IT WORKS!

From the very first games, you start learning effortlessly. You immediately enjoy playing, and after a while you notice that the right moves come to mind naturally, as if they were obvious.

Gradually, you deactivate the suggestions and play by yourself. At the end of each game, the coach shows you the good and bad moves you've made. You can better understand what happened, and you can even try out other moves to improve.

If this sounds unbelievable, you should read the user reviews for our app. It has one of the highest satisfaction ratings on the App Store, in all countries.


FOR BEGINNERS, THIS APP...

• contains introductory chess lessons that are even suitable for children.
• shows you all the possible moves of a piece when you touch it.
• explains why certain moves are forbidden.
• can suggest 4 to 6 excellent moves at any one time. The green button lets you show or hide these suggestions.
• can tell you when you can mate your opponent, so you can look for the winning move by yourself.
• can warn you when your opponent is about to play a dangerous move.
• provides 21 progressive levels ranging from absolute beginner (100 Elo) to club player (1300 Elo).
• knows and applies perfectly all the official rules of chess.
• is a very competent teacher of a very high level.
• analyzes your games and shows you how to improve.


FOR EXPERTS:

• Both USCF and FIDE rating scales are supported.
• You can set up any position.
• The chess engine displays its thinking, up to 20 moves ahead.


OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE:

• The coach can comment on the game as you play (optional).
• When the game is over, the coach can analyze it and show you how to improve.
• 19 beautiful visual themes are included, which you can customize.
• 10 styles of chess pieces are available (wood, ebony & ivory, metal, glass, …).
• You can choose from 20 chessboard styles (marble, blue marble, wood, metal, stone, …).
• A collection of over 10,000 famous games by the greatest players of all time is included. For example, the entire career of Magnus Carlsen, since 2001, is available.
• «Reload last game» allows you to return to the most recent game.
• 4 playing styles are included, from «cautious» to «suicidal», which you can combine with all available levels.
• Includes an opening book of more than one million moves.
• Many customization options are available (graphics, sounds, engine output…).
• ...and much more...


privacy policy: http://www.chesstiger.com/iphone/About_privacy_en.html
terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Introductory chess lessons
- Grandmaster move suggestions
- Game analysis and improvement tips
- Ad-free and offline play
- Customizable themes and pieces
- Progressive difficulty levels

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO, 3 months | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| PRO, 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| PRO, 1 week | $0.49 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO, for life (regular price) | $9.99 | one-time |
| PRO, for life | $5.99 | one-time |
| Learn chess | $4.99 | one-time |
| PRO FOR LIFE - TODAY ONLY | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Chess Tiger Lite?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great for learning and improving chess skills
- 🚀 Excellent app with robust features
- 💡 Helpful suggestion and threat alert features
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 👍 Good value for money

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with move suggestions and difficulty levels
- 💡 Could use more detailed explanations for suggested moves
- 🔍 Limited coaching options for beginners

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Issues with switching between player colors

**Most requested features**

- Add more detailed tutorials and coaching options
- Improve the explanation of suggested moves
- Introduce more advanced difficulty levels for experienced players

## Recent user reviews (10 of 197)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tiger-lite/id445291629/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Computerschach der netten Art

*2025-07-26*

Normalerweise zerstören einen die heutigen Schachprogramme, hier nicht. Nein man bekommt sogar noch Applaus. Sehr schön gemacht und sehr motivierend.

### 5/5 — Chess App

*2025-01-02, version 2024.12.12*

I love this app.It’s helped me become a better player.

### 4/5 — Un jeu que j’❤️ !

*2023-08-10*

Tout est en place sur ce jeu pour y apprendre les déplacements de chacune des pièces , je m’y amuse et vraiment bien pour la concentration ❤️👌et ceci peu importe votre âge 👧🏼👦🏻👱🏻‍♀️👵🏻👩🏻👴🏻👨🏻🦵, musclez votre cerveau 🧠 par ce jeu ÉCHEC ET MAT !

### 5/5 — Gwate

*2023-02-12*

Gwate Gwate ewvwyone should pway

### 4/5 — Light chess

*2022-11-18*

I wish there was a program that could walk me through using verbal instructions various different moves and what they’re called, so I can apply them, and in the process become a better player. Because right now I’m stock at level 850, and I can’t seem to advance out of it. Very frustrating. And I find myself very angry with myself or at myself. 😡

### 5/5 — Hours of Fun

*2021-12-21*

Hours of fun!  Thanks so much for making this app.

### 5/5 — Great FREE computer and feedback systems

*2021-12-04, version 2019.06.1*

I’ve recently been playing a lot of chess and on websites like chess.com you CAN’T get feedback on your moves or play against an ai for free, unlike chess lite. You can also access “key moves” which allows you to review which moves in a game you did right or wrong, FOR FREE!

### 4/5 — Very good app

*2021-10-20*

Very good app and I am enjoying it as a beginner at 78 years of age.

### 5/5 — Chest Pro

*2021-08-12*

I would love to get better in chest          Raft Ganbit.

### 4/5 — Très bon !

*2021-01-07*

L’une des seules appli sérieuses d’échec ! En revanche quelle différence entre les 3 versions ??? Si le développeur peut me répondre .... merci d’avance

## Frequently asked questions about Chess Tiger Lite

### What is Chess Tiger Lite?

Chess Tiger Lite is a mobile application designed to help users learn, play, and improve their chess skills. It offers introductory lessons, guided gameplay with Grandmaster move suggestions, and post-game analysis to identify areas for improvement. The app is ad-free and can be used offline.

### How does the app help beginners learn chess?

For beginners, the app provides short, easy introductory lessons that teach the rules of the game while playing. It shows possible moves for pieces, explains forbidden moves, and can suggest excellent moves. It also includes 21 progressive levels, starting from absolute beginner.

### What features are available for expert players?

Expert players can benefit from support for both USCF and FIDE rating scales. The app allows setting up any position, and the chess engine can display its thinking up to 20 moves ahead. The coach can also comment on the game as it plays and analyze it afterward.

### Is Chess Tiger Lite free to use?

The application is free to download and use, offering an ad-free experience. However, it does have in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or content beyond the core functionalities.

### Can I play Chess Tiger Lite offline?

Yes, you can play Chess Tiger Lite offline. The app does not require an internet connection to function, making it convenient for learning and playing anywhere without distractions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.08.14 — 2026-08-13

- The design of the arrows and suggestions (green lines) is more elegant.
- The chess engine has been improved.
- An unexpected (but rare) app shutdown in the lessons has been fixed.
- This update includes a few other minor improvements and fixes.

### 2026.04.18 — 2026-04-20

- Hints are now available in the lessons. You'll never get stuck!
- Many adjustments have been made for iOS 26.
- On iPad, the text was too large on some pages. We've fixed that.
- This update includes a few other minor improvements and fixes.

Over the last 12 months, we have released 8 updates, including the following improvements:
- New «Learn» section, with 145 introductory chess lessons.
- New «Frosted glass» button style.
- New promotion menu.
- Most sounds can now be disabled individually.
- Works perfectly on Macs with an «Apple Silicon» chip (including the MacBook Neo).

### 2025.11.02 — 2025-11-02

- This update includes a few minor improvements and fixes.

Over the last 12 months, we have released 10 updates, including the following improvements:
- New «Learn» section, with 145 introductory chess lessons.
- It is now possible to upgrade from the LITE version to the PRO version.
- New «Frosted glass» button style.
- New promotion menu.
- A new option lets you disable the “Suggestions” button. If you find you're asking the app for help too often, this option is for you!
- Most sounds can now be disabled individually.
- Works perfectly on Macs with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4...).
- «Analyze my game» has been improved: the commentary is now always in line with the suggested moves.
- The analysis of positions where checkmate is possible (direct or in several moves) has been improved.
- The display of the number of moves to mate has been improved.

### 2025.10.09 — 2025-10-09

- New «Learn» section, with 145 introductory chess lessons.
- It is now possible to upgrade from the LITE version to the PRO version.
- This update includes a few other minor improvements and fixes.

Over the last 12 months, we have released 11 updates, including the following improvements:
- New «Frosted glass» button style.
- New promotion menu.
- A new option lets you disable the “Suggestions” button. If you find you're asking the app for help too often, this option is for you!
- Most sounds can now be disabled individually.
- Works perfectly on Macs with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4...).
- «Analyze my game» has been improved: the commentary is now always in line with the suggested moves.
- The analysis of positions where checkmate is possible (direct or in several moves) has been improved.
- The display of the number of moves to mate has been improved.

### 2025.07.10 — 2025-07-10

- New «Frosted glass» button style.
- New promotion menu.
- We have fixed a problem that occurred when two pieces were touched at the same time.
- This update includes a few other minor improvements and fixes.

Over the last 12 months, we have released 15 updates, including the following improvements:
- We have added new visual themes: «Green felt (dark)», «Dark» and «Dark wood».
- New chess set: «Lucena».
- Magnus Carlsen's entire career, over 6000 games from January 2001 to June 2024, is now available: you can replay all his games, examine them in detail, and discover the secrets of this chess genius!
- A new option lets you disable the “Suggestions” button. If you find you're asking the app for help too often, this option is for you!
- Most sounds can now be disabled individually.
- A crosshair (reticle) shows your finger's exact position for better accuracy when moving pieces. You can enable it or disable it: look for «Show crosshair» in the Settings page.
- Works perfectly on Macs with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4...).
- «Analyze my game» has been improved: the commentary is now always in line with the suggested moves.
- The analysis of positions where checkmate is possible (direct or in several moves) has been improved.
- The display of the number of moves to mate has been improved.

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## More apps by Christophe Théron

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All apps by Christophe Théron: https://appshunter.io/developer/423198262

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