Sealed Move
Chess coach who shows the why
About
This app provides personalized chess coaching by explaining engine evaluations in plain language. It offers interactive explanations, a lexicon of chess terms, and game review features. Practice against an AI that mimics human play and export games as videos.
What's New in Sealed Move
1.3
September 18, 2026
Point your camera at a chess puzzle and play it. Scan a board: photograph a diagram from a book, a newspaper, or a screenshot, and Sealed Move reads the position right on your phone. Nothing is uploaded. Check it on an editable board, then play it out against the engine, let the coach solve it, ask why the winning move works, or export the solution as a video. The Balanced coach now stays quiet until the game really swings, a real change in who is winning or a forced mate, then recaps the moves that led there in one message instead of interrupting on every move. Also in this release: when a Pro Coach trial ends, Settings shows the on-device coach as active and the trial-ended notice appears once rather than on every launch, and a move that delivers checkmate is no longer scored as a blunder.
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FAQ
What is Sealed Move?
Sealed Move is a chess coaching app that uses AI to explain engine evaluations and best moves in plain language. It helps players understand the 'why' behind chess decisions.
Does Sealed Move have ads?
No, Sealed Move is ad-free. The free version offers core coaching features, and an optional Pro Coach subscription unlocks advanced cloud AI analysis.
What are the pricing details for Sealed Move?
Sealed Move offers a free version with on-device coaching. The Pro Coach subscription is $5.99 per month, with a 7-day free trial, and provides enhanced cloud-based AI analysis.
Can I play offline with Sealed Move?
Yes, the free version of Sealed Move runs entirely on your phone, meaning nothing leaves the device. This allows for offline play and coaching without an internet connection.
How does Sealed Move's AI opponent play?
Sealed Move features an opponent named Maia, a neural network trained on millions of human games. This AI opponent misjudges positions in a way that mimics human play, and its difficulty adjusts as you improve.
What devices does Sealed Move support?
Sealed Move is available on iPhones and iPads, indicated by its support for these devices.
How often is Sealed Move updated?
The app was last updated on August 26, 2026, indicating a recent update. The latest version is 1.2.
What is the age rating for Sealed Move?
Sealed Move has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of young players and beginners.