Chessnut Next

Chessnut Next

by Xenx Technology Limited

33 ratings
1 review
Free

Details

Released
August 6, 2026
Updated
October 27, 2026

Features

Chessnut Next screenshot #1 for iPhone
Chessnut Next screenshot #2 for iPhone
Chessnut Next screenshot #3 for iPhone
Chessnut Next screenshot #4 for iPhone
iphone
ipad
🖼️Get Icon
Icons↘︎

About

Enhance your chess experience by connecting a smart board to digitally record, analyze, and practice your games. Play against AI, review your moves with detailed reports, and train your skills with puzzles and human-like engines.

✓Smart board connection
✓Play against chess engines
✓Online chess support
✓Automatic game recording
✓Local Stockfish analysis
✓Tactical training
✓Game review reports
Show original description

What's New in Chessnut Next

1.0.4

October 27, 2026

Fixed an issue with Lichess gameplay in the in-app browser

User reviews

The screen does not scale proportionately

I have a Chessnut Air board I like very much. I primarily use Hiarcs Chess Explorer Pro for my analysis but I thought I would try Maya3. My first issue is the inability to scale it down on my laptop. It won’t allow any other proportions but its horizontal one. Half the board is either missing or the move arrows are far below and the left right arrow keys don’t work. I like that we can choice an analysis based on ratings but I am not sure how we are coming up with human move predictions. Wouldn’t that just be based on percentages from a database? But which one? Unlike HCEP, it only shows the next moves best move after you play it. It doesn’t look at a position and offer a line of 8-20 moves like HCEP can do with their engines. It tries to tell you in plain english what move you made was bad but taking it a step further like why it was bad could be a game changer. Fix a few graphic issues and make the analysis easier to read and you have a five star app.
Show more

Developer apps

FAQ

What is Chessnut Next?

Chessnut Next is a companion app designed to work with Chessnut smart chessboards. It synchronizes physical board positions, records games automatically, and provides tools for analysis and training.

Does Chessnut Next require a smart chessboard?

While Chessnut Next offers features like playing against engines and tactical training on-screen, its core functionality of synchronizing physical moves and recording games is dependent on a compatible Chessnut smart chessboard.

Can I play online chess with Chessnut Next?

Yes, you can use a compatible physical Chessnut board with supported online chess platforms through Chessnut Next, offering a more natural playing experience.

What kind of analysis does Chessnut Next offer?

Chessnut Next provides local Stockfish analysis for reviewing games, offering evaluations, recommended moves, and identifying critical mistakes. It also generates easy-to-understand game review reports.

How does Chessnut Next help with chess training?

The app offers puzzles and tactical training to improve calculation and pattern recognition. It also features Maia and personalized practice against human-like chess engines designed for different skill levels.

Is Chessnut Next free to use?

Yes, Chessnut Next is available for free. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements.

What devices is Chessnut Next available on?

Chessnut Next is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices.

How often is Chessnut Next updated?

The latest version of Chessnut Next is 1.0.4, and it was last updated on October 27, 2026. This indicates a recent update cycle.