# Chess Tutor

> Interactive chess learning app for beginners with tutorials, puzzles, and gameplay. (iPhone/iPad app by R.D. Hare.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tutor/id607131927 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [R.D. Hare](https://appshunter.io/developer/514028330)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-07-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tutor/id607131927/reviews.md

## What is Chess Tutor?

Chess Tutor has been specifically developed for new chess players. It can take you through from complete novice to a good chess player. It makes learning and developing in chess fun by a range of tutorials, mini-games and puzzles that hone skills before the full chess game is tackled. Of course, you can just play it at chess if you please!

The main features are:
>Tutor Levels
   - How pieces move
   - The rules of the game
   - Special moves such as forks, pins, skewers and en-passant
   - Practice challenges to be completed in less than 1 minute
- Puzzles
   - Can you check mate in as few moves as challenged
   - Ranging from beginner to advanced
   - Complete puzzles to unlock more
> Minigames
   - Play games against the computer
   - Games for beginners and more experienced players
   - Games that teach end game techniques and practice specific pieces
   - Complete games to unlock more games and challenges
> Challenges
   - Challenge style puzzles
   - Puzzles for beginners and more advanced players
   - The famous "Knight's Tour" puzzle
> Play Chess
   - Computer opponent with 5 levels of difficulty
   - 3 piece sets to choose from
   - 3 board colours
   - animated pieces 
   - Sounds
   - Undo/take back
   - Play White or Black
   - Integrated opening book

## Key features

- Interactive tutorials on piece movement and rules
- Skill-honing mini-games and puzzles
- Checkmate challenges for all skill levels
- Play against a computer opponent with 5 difficulty levels
- Customizable board colors and piece sets
- Knight's Tour puzzle

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tutor/id607131927/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Chess Tutor

*2021-02-02*

Super disappointed. I agree with previous reviewer. There are no clear instructions for a total beginner like myself. Will delete app & look fir a more basic teaching tool app.

### 1/5 — Worst chess app! Do not buy!

*2014-10-05*

This app does not even try to teach you any methods or strategies but simply beats you every time not explaining what you should or could have done. A true waste! There are much better chess apps that are FREE$$$.

### 1/5 — Puzzle Problems

*2013-05-15*

Puzzle 5 is wrong plus bad menu navigation.

## Frequently asked questions about Chess Tutor

### How does Chess Tutor teach new players?

Chess Tutor uses a combination of tutorials covering piece movement and rules, mini-games to practice specific skills, and puzzles to hone tactical abilities. It aims to make learning chess enjoyable and progressive.

### Can I play full chess games in Chess Tutor?

Yes, Chess Tutor allows you to play full chess games against a computer opponent. The opponent has five difficulty levels, and you can choose from different piece sets and board colors.

### What kind of puzzles are available in Chess Tutor?

Chess Tutor offers various puzzles, including checkmate challenges ranging from beginner to advanced levels, and special puzzles like the "Knight's Tour." Completing puzzles can unlock more content.

### Is Chess Tutor suitable for advanced players?

While primarily designed for new players, Chess Tutor includes puzzles and mini-games that cater to more experienced players as well. The computer opponent also offers adjustable difficulty.

### What devices does Chess Tutor support?

Chess Tutor is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was released on March 6, 2013, and its latest version is 3.1, last updated on November 15, 2020.

### What is the age rating for Chess Tutor?

Chess Tutor has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and children interested in chess.

### Does Chess Tutor have ads?

No, Chess Tutor does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free application without any ad interruptions.

### What is the user rating for Chess Tutor?

Chess Tutor has a user rating of 1.3 stars based on 3 ratings. This indicates a low user satisfaction with the current version.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2020-11-15

Fixes to features relating to:
- sounds
- undo

### 3.0 — 2020-11-04

Interface upgrade and bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2020-10-19

Fixed for latest IOS versions

### 2.0 — 2015-03-02

- Updated for IOS 7 and IOS 8
- New mini-games for beginners
- Extra puzzles for helping beginners learn checkmating
- Hints for puzzles
- Interfaces improvements
- New board choice
- Bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2013-03-22

Improved 3D effects.
Choice of color schemes.
Improved animations.
A couple of bug fixes.

## More apps by R.D. Hare

- [Maths Bash Secondary Free](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maths-bash-secondary-free/id527051510)

All apps by R.D. Hare: https://appshunter.io/developer/514028330

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