Wrist Chess

Wrist Chess

Play Chess on your watch

6 ratings
4 reviews
Free

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Released
January 8, 2025
Updated
October 6, 2026

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Engage in chess on your wrist, offering online play against millions via Lichess, offline challenges against Stockfish, and tactical puzzles. Spectate live tournaments and follow favorite players.

✓Online play with Lichess
✓Offline play against Stockfish
✓Chess puzzles for tactics
✓Watch Lichess TV and channels
✓Tune into tournament broadcasts
✓Follow preferred Lichess players
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What's New in Wrist Chess

1.3.2

October 6, 2026

- Chess variants - Game history, themes and game analysis as Pro features - Time control in offline games - Lichess player management - Login fixes

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User reviews

The update ruined the game.

The recent update made the game frustrating and not enjoyable to play, for example theres like a one second delay between being able to move and the new features are just bad!!

Impossible to Login

Overall a nice app that is surprisingly well designed.

However, it’s impossible to login via any of the methods offered by the app, making a core feature of the app non functional.

Attempted to get support, but no response from developer after a week.

Absolutely incredible!

is actually amazing. The controls are smooth, it looks great, and it works flawlessly. Highly recommend!

A surprisingly polished app

I wasn’t expecting much, but this app has surprised me. Wrist Chess is not just the best Chess app for the Apple Watch, but a top-notch Chess app in its own right.

The UI is simple, but slick. With the gameplay, I haven’t yet noticed any lagging or glitches. Making moves is surprisingly easy on the small watch screen—for reference, I have a 45mm watch.

I was impressed by the amount of features, such as the puzzles and the live “TV” to watch ongoing games. None of these features feel unnecessary or gimmicky. They make the app better by being present.

Playing Chess on your wrist probably isn’t a concept which appeals to everyone. But for those of us who appreciate the novelty, this app implements the concept better than any other app does.
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FAQ

Does Wrist Chess have ads?

No, Wrist Chess is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted chess experience.

What devices does Wrist Chess support?

Wrist Chess is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod devices.

How often is Wrist Chess updated?

The app was last updated on May 4, 2026, indicating active development and support.

What is the age rating for Wrist Chess?

Wrist Chess has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

Can I play Wrist Chess offline?

Yes, you can play offline against the Stockfish engine, perfect for honing your skills without an internet connection.

How does Wrist Chess compare to other chess apps?

Wrist Chess focuses on smartwatch integration, offering unique features like playing directly on your watch and spectating tournaments from your wrist.

What is the user sentiment for Wrist Chess?

Based on available data, Wrist Chess has a perfect 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews, indicating very positive user sentiment.

Does Wrist Chess offer multiplayer?

Yes, Wrist Chess allows you to play online against millions of players worldwide via Lichess, and you can challenge friends or find random opponents.