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Chessify - Magic Chess Tools

Chessify - Magic Chess Tools

Chessboard Scanner & Analysis

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 4, 2018
  • July 3, 2026

Developer

Chessify, Inc.
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About

This app offers advanced chess analysis tools, including a real-time chessboard scanner, powerful cloud-based engines, and a unique video finder. Analyze games, puzzles, and learn chess theory with comprehensive features for players of all levels.

✓Real chessboard scanner
✓Superfast cloud chess engine analysis
✓Video finder for chess positions
✓Offline play against Stockfish
✓Opening Explorer with Lichess database
✓Import/export FEN/PGN
✓Online real-time Blitz
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Chessify. Based on 393 reviews and a 4.4/5 average, it highlights the 9 positives and 9 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 📸Accurate chess board scanning from photos
  • 🚀Fast and efficient position analysis
  • ☁️Cloud-based powerful chess engine (Stockfish)
  • 💾Easy PGN export and saving functionality
  • 📚Perfect for studying chess books
  • ⏱️Saves time setting up board positions
  • 🎯Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 📊Comprehensive game database included
  • 🔄Live tournament streaming feature

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 📸Inconsistent scanning accuracy
  • ❌App doesn't work on iOS 18 and older versions
  • 💰Expensive paywall with limited free features
  • 🔥Device overheating issues reported
  • ⚠️Poor customer support and unresponsive developers
  • 🔌Analysis runs continuously, draining subscription time
  • 📱iPad compatibility issues
  • 🎮Game loading failures
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What's New in Chessify

7.0.17

July 3, 2026

This update brings back offline mode, allowing you to use the chessboard and editor, analyze locally with Stockfish, and save files without an internet connection. We have also improved analysis stability and reduced server interruptions on mobile. In addition to fixing the main causes of app crashes, we have introduced improved crash reporting. When a crash report is available, it will help our team identify and investigate the issue more quickly. You will also have the option to restart the app and return to the analysis screen.

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Subscription plans

Silver 1 month

25 PRO video views, 5.000s SuperFast analysis

$2.491 Month
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In-App Purchases

$0.99

SuperFast analysis - 1000 sec.

Analyze with Stockfish at up to 100MN/s speed

User reviews

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How turn on engine on new app version?

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hoowjey1894hoowjey1894

modern culture ruined chessify

the new app update is broken. the engine doesn't work, neither do any of the databases. its practically unusable. by the way, it says "Sing In" instead of Sign in
sandglider238sandglider238

Many issues

Since last upgrade not able to scan from iPhones. Also app crashes and suddenly quits. Used to be a great app but not anymore
Dada91111Dada91111

Devs need iPhones

Opening a photo from the iPhone has always been buggy and the newest update just shows “LOADING…” when it gets to the photo library. Seems like non of these devs have an iPhone or at least one with many photos to test against. Great app but needs better testing.
TurnkitTurnkit

Response from developer

Hello! We’re very sorry about the issues you’ve experienced. Please make sure you’ve updated the app to the latest available version, as it already has several important fixes, including reading the photos and not the files. The latest update unified it with the Chessify website, which required major changes throughout the app. Unfortunately, some issues appeared during this transition. We’re actively working through all reported problems and releasing fixes as quickly as possible to bring the app back to the stable experience you expect. We hope for your understanding.

Malfunction

At this moment, the app is uncapable to scan a chess board
Eddy Rey 26Eddy Rey 26
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

Black screen in camera view during scanning

Bug

Scanning omits first or last rank of board

Bug

App crashes when loading images

Bug

Buttons not clickable on certain iOS versions

Bug

Position not recognized from screenshots

Bug

App closes immediately after opening

Bug

Board rotation lock resets to landscape

Bug

Analysis not visible unless switching apps

Bug

Scanning fails 3 out of 5 times

Bug

Subscription billing issues (wrong tier shown)

Bug

App doesn't load past starting screen

Bug

Photo library order reversed for board photos

Bug
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Requested Features

12 requests

Add move comments and annotations capability

Feature

Board flip option during gameplay

Feature

Auto-save functionality to prevent position loss

Feature

Ability to edit and extend saved games

Feature

Tactics puzzle mode with move verification

Feature

Automatic analysis on position scan

Feature

Lc0 engine option

Feature

iPad version support

Feature

Lichess app integration

Feature

Move sound toggle persistence

Feature

Better indication of which side has advantage

Feature

Depth control for analysis (stop at specific depth)

Feature

FAQ

What does Chessify do?

Chessify provides a suite of tools to enhance chess playing and learning. It includes a scanner to digitize real chessboards, powerful cloud-based engines for analysis, a video finder to locate relevant chess content, and features for playing online and offline games.

What are the key features of Chessify?

Key features include a highly accurate chessboard scanner, a superfast cloud engine (Stockfish 16) for analysis, a unique video finder that links positions to YouTube videos, offline play against Stockfish, an opening explorer, and the ability to import/export FEN/PGN.

How much does Chessify cost?

The app is free to download and offers many basic features for free, including analysis with Stockfish and offline play. Advanced features and enhanced cloud engine capabilities are available through in-app purchases.

Can I play chess with others on Chessify?

Yes, you can play real-time Blitz online with other users by sending invitation links or joining games with standard time controls. The app also includes a chess clock for playing with friends on a physical board.

What makes the cloud engine in Chessify special?

Chessify's cloud engine utilizes Stockfish 16 on a server capable of up to 100,000 kN/s, making it significantly faster (typically 20X) than local chess engines. This allows for much quicker and more in-depth game and puzzle analysis.