Comparison

Primus Chess Lite vs Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite

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

Head to head
About

Primus Chess Lite

This chess engine is designed for intermediate players, mimicking human play with strategic depth and occasional blunders. It offers local multiplayer options and practice modes.

Highlights
  • Human-like chess engine
  • Intermediate player focus (up to 2000 Elo)
  • Local multiplayer (Bluetooth/LAN)
  • Tabletop virtual chessboard mode
  • Five skill levels
  • Selected puzzles and practice levels
  • Mini-tournament mode
Features
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NOTE: This is the 'lite' version of Primus. The full version contains a mate puzzle generator, many more difficulty levels, puzzles, pieces and boards. A more human chess engine. Primus is an entirely original, modern chess engine specifically designed for the intermediate player (up to 2000 Elo). It has been carefully tuned to play less like a machine and more like a human. At lower levels, it makes blunders of a straightforward kind that are easy to spot, but at higher levels more careful play is required to take advantage of more subtle tactical and even strategic errors. At its highest levels, Primus plays at around 2000 Elo, but even at the very highest levels, it still has occasional simulated lapses of concentration. The engine was conceived out of frustration with the overwhelming tactical strength of modern chess engines. Most modern chess engines are so tactically strong that extremely careful defensive and anti-computer play is required to make any progress; in other words, it's nothing like playing a human. We wanted to create an engine that allows for a more human, strategic style of play where there's room to take advantage of the occasional blunder. We've included multiplayer modes that allow you to use your device as a virtual chessboard, or play via bluetooth or wireless with a local opponent. Features in this "lite" version include: - Two player mode over Bluetooth / Lan. - Tabletop mode so you can use your device as a virtual chessboard. - Five different skill levels from total novice to expert (21 in the full version) - Supports all orientations, so you can make full use of your iPad Smart Case or stand. - Supports multitasking, so you can follow along with videos/ebooks. - Focus mode, to hide the UI so you can focus on the board. - Five selected puzzles and practice levels (30 in the full version), so you can practice your endgames or play some interesting challenge levels. - Mini-tournament mode - a six-game mini tournament mode for the more serious player. - Elo rating estimation from your game results.

About

Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite

Features
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The time-honored puzzle of "Peg Solitaire" reborn in a stunning, cyberpunk-inspired dark neon aesthetic. This is not just a game; it is a ruthless diagnosis of your spatial logic and tactical foresight. Jump, eliminate, and strategy. A single misplaced move leaves an isolated peg—and ends your journey to perfection. 【KEY FEATURES】 Cyber-Neon Aesthetic: A premium, minimalist dark interface fused with vibrant neon hues. Designed to eliminate distractions and induce a state of hyper-focus. Elite IQ Metric System: Upon stalemate, the system judges your cognitive level based on remaining pegs. Rise from "Potential Star" to "Tactical Master," or reach the pinnacle of "Godlike Genius" by leaving just one single peg exactly in the center. Disciplined Mind Routine: 3 complimentary energy charges generated daily. Make every session count and test your brain's maximum computing capacity under constraint. Premium Lifetime Pass: Craving unlimited brain hacks? Upgrade once to experience infinite plays, turning your device into an endless logic playground. A duel against chaos. Is your mind sharp enough to conquer the grid?

Screenshots

Primus Chess Lite4 screens
Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Primus Chess Lite at none against Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite's 3. Primus Chess Lite also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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

Both are free to download. Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Primus Chess Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Primus Chess Lite versus Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrimus Chess LitePeg Solitaire · Solo Elite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (23 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDBRG Ltd.Taiyi Wang

In-app purchases

None

Primus Chess Lite

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite

One-time3
  • Unlimited Play Pass$1.99
  • IQ Master - Smart Hints$2.99
  • Full Access Pass$3.99

Questions

Is Primus Chess Lite free?
Primus Chess Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite free?
Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Primus Chess Lite or Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite have ads?
Neither Primus Chess Lite nor Peg Solitaire · Solo Elite shows ads.

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