# ChessDrop — Chess database in the cloud

> Cloud-based chess game database and analysis tool for players and organizations. (iPhone/iPad app by Lakpa SLU.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessdrop/id1039389817 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lakpa SLU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701427054)
- Category: Sports, Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-11-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessdrop/id1039389817/reviews.md

## What is ChessDrop?

ChessDrop is an online database for storing and analyzing all your chess games—perfect for individuals as well as schools, clubs & academies.

- YOUR CHESS GAMES. IN THE CLOUD. All your games stored in one place, private and accessible anytime, anywhere, on any device.

- LEAVE YOUR LAPTOP AT HOME. Record and analyze your games directly at the tournaments, using your iPhone or iPad.

- YOUR GAMES ARE YOUR GAMES. Don’t keep your valuable data locked away in a proprietary format. With ChessDrop, your games are portable, in the standard PGN format.

- PREMIUM UPGRADE. ChessDrop allows you to store an unlimited number of games, with no additional costs. A premium upgrade subscription enables a chess engine for analysis, plus all the premium features we have planed in the future.

Organizations—clubs, schools and chess academies—also love using ChessDrop as an educational platform, as “coach” accounts can access “student” accounts for the purpose of commenting games, training, and more.

## Key features

- Cloud storage for all chess games
- Record and analyze games on mobile
- Standard PGN format export
- Premium upgrade for engine analysis
- Educational platform for clubs/schools
- Coach accounts for student access

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessdrop/id1039389817/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Promising, but not polished

*2019-12-29, version 1.0.2*

Started using this app today to log my matches at a tournament. Entering the moves is straightforward and intuitive. Unfortunately this ease of use breaks down when you attempt to save the game. The basic form for entering player named, ratings, etc. is horribly buggy. I have to minimize and re-open the app between each field entry or else it’s just frozen. 

If they would fix their UI issues then I would definitely give the app a 4 or even 5 star rating. Hopefully they will address this soon. If so, I will definitely being using it for a long time to come.

### 3/5 — A good beginning

*2019-01-29, version 1.0.2*

The ability to open the PGN format of games doesn’t work. If this feature worked as advertised, Chessdrop is a great app.

### 5/5 — Good app

*2017-06-02, version 1.0.2*

The chessbase app in the App Store is buggy. Looks like it's never been updated. But then I found this database. Great for,storing my tournament games. Easy to,use layout, clean lines. I like that it's cloud enabled and searchable. I do wish they would upgrade the chess piece selection. So far there is only one type of chess piece you can use and they look too basic. But overall I'm happy with the app. Please update it often.

### 5/5 — This is exactly what I was looking for!

*2017-02-13, version 1.0.2*

Dude -- so great!

I've only used it once so far, but it's perfect!  Thank you very much for a great app!

### 4/5 — ChessDrop

*2016-04-26, version 1.0.2*

Useful method to record chess games...I like it!

## Frequently asked questions about ChessDrop

### What is ChessDrop?

ChessDrop is a cloud-based database designed for storing, accessing, and analyzing all your chess games. It's suitable for individual players as well as educational institutions like schools and chess clubs.

### Can I record games directly on my phone with ChessDrop?

Yes, ChessDrop allows you to record and analyze your games directly on your iPhone or iPad, making it convenient to use at tournaments without needing a laptop.

### What format are my chess games stored in?

Your chess games are stored in the standard PGN format, ensuring your data is portable and not locked into a proprietary system.

### What does the premium upgrade offer in ChessDrop?

The premium upgrade subscription enables a chess engine for advanced analysis and allows you to store an unlimited number of games. It also includes all future premium features planned by the developer.

### Is ChessDrop suitable for chess clubs and schools?

Yes, ChessDrop is designed for organizations. 'Coach' accounts can access 'student' accounts for commenting on games, training, and other educational purposes.

### What devices does ChessDrop support?

ChessDrop is available on iPhone and iPad. It is designed to be accessible on any device with cloud storage.

### How often is ChessDrop updated?

The latest version of ChessDrop is 2.0.1, which was last updated on June 27, 2023. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and add features.

### What is the user rating for ChessDrop?

ChessDrop has a user rating of 3.5 stars from 6 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed reception from its user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2023-06-27

- Fix some bugs
- Updated user experience optimization

### 2.0.0 — 2023-06-22

Bug fixes

### 1.0.2 — 2016-01-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Thanks for supporting ChessDrop! This update includes:
- A shiny new user interface
- You can now add any game, not just those in which you played, to your ChessDrop account. Great for tournament preparation!
- You can now create and store variation trees in your games. Great for both preparation and post-game analysis.
- ChessDrop for Organizations can now have “coach” accounts that access “student” accounts for the purpose of game commenting. Great as an educational tool for clubs, schools and chess academies.

### 1.0.1 — 2015-11-12

We're always working on new features and improvements to ChessDrop. Please update to the latest release for the best possible experience.

### 1.0 — 2015-11-02

No release notes.

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