Comparison

Mini Chess vs Mini Chess for Phone

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mini Chess

Enjoy a simplified, faster version of chess on your mobile device. Play against AI or a friend on a smaller board with fewer pieces. Ideal for beginners and quick matches.

Highlights
  • Simplified 6x6 chessboard
  • Fewer pieces (no knights/bishops)
  • Play against 3 AI levels
  • Local multiplayer mode
  • Quick matches
  • Beginner-friendly
Features
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The traditional game of chess made easier and quicker, perfect for iPhone and iPad. Download it now for free and start play in just 1 tap! Mini Chess is a modern simplified version of classic chess, perfect for playing on your phone and tablet, on your own, with 3 level of Artificial Intelligence, or with a friend on the same device (multiplayer). Play on a smaller chessboard (6x6), with less pieces (no knights and bishops) and have fun on more speedy matches than classic chess. Play straight away, with friends, online or solo, and every match takes just minutes. Mini Chess is also perfect for kids to start play the all-time-favourite classic board game. Kids and beginners will find it so easy to learn and to enjoy in just 1 tap and experts will love the new challenge of playing in a different setting. Thanks for playing!

About

Mini Chess for Phone

Features
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MiniChess offers a fresh take on traditional chess with customizable board sizes and game modes. Perfect for quick matches or strategic play, this compact chess game fits right in your pocket. Choose from 7 different board sizes (5x4, 5x5, 5x6, 5x7, 6x6, 6x7, 7x7) to adapt the game to your skill level or available time. Play against a friend or challenge our intelligent AI that adjusts to your playing style. Key Features: • Customizable board sizes for varied gameplay experiences • Play against AI or another player on the same device • Optional move limits for quick games • Classic chess pieces and rules adapted for smaller boards • Score-based victory system when reaching move limits • Beautiful minimalist design • No ads or in-app purchases Whether you're a chess grandmaster looking to practice specific scenarios or a beginner wanting to learn the fundamentals, MiniChess provides the perfect platform. The smaller board sizes create fascinating tactical situations that develop your pattern recognition and strategic thinking. Perfect for quick games during breaks or commutes, MiniChess makes the timeless game of chess more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Download now and experience chess in a whole new way!

Screenshots

Mini Chess4 screens
Mini Chess for Phone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Mini Chess at Free against Mini Chess for Phone's $1.99. Mini Chess for Phone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Mini Chess is free to download; Mini Chess for Phone costs $1.99 up front. Mini Chess sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mini Chess for Phone asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mini Chess versus Mini Chess for Phone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini ChessMini Chess for Phone
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.6 (345 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings345 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOutOfTheBit Ltd锐泉 赵

Bugs and requests

Mini Chess

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Checkmate declared incorrectly with viable moves available
  • Queen positioned on wrong color
  • AI allows illegal moves to prevent player from winning
  • Stalemate not handled correctly
  • Perpetual check rules unfairly favor opponent

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add Knights and Bishops to piece options
  • Alternative piece combinations (2 Rooks + 2 Bishops)
  • Randomized starting positions
  • Landscape mode for iPad
  • Random color assignment (white/black alternation)
Show 5 more
  • Ability to play full traditional chess
  • Create custom board feature
  • Extremely hard difficulty level
  • Physical board version
  • Draw by repetition after 3 moves

Mini Chess for Phone

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mini Chess

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
None

Mini Chess for Phone

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mini Chess free?
Mini Chess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mini Chess for Phone free?
Mini Chess for Phone costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mini Chess or Mini Chess for Phone have ads?
Mini Chess shows ads; Mini Chess for Phone does not.

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