Comparison

Chinese Checkers Master vs Mini Chess

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

Head to head
About

Chinese Checkers Master

Experience a classic board game with an intelligent AI opponent. Play against the computer or up to five friends on a flexible 3D board. Configure the number of human and AI players for a customized game.

Highlights
  • Intelligent AI player
  • Up to 6 players
  • Flexible player configuration
  • 3D game board
  • Configurable ball placement
Features
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Chinese Checkers is a traditional board game, some people call it "Chinese chequers" or "Hop Ching Checker Game". This game named Chinese Checkers Master, because we have develop a powerful and intelligent AI player. You can play with it or other friends. This game is very flexible, you can config 0 to 6 human players to play the game. Why 0? You can set AI players only, it will demo to you how to play the game! For more detail of the game rule, you can find it on: Wikipedia : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_checkers FEATURES: - Flexible to place the balls - Powerful computer players - Up to 6 players - 3D game board

About

Mini Chess

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Mini Chess is an innovative chess game designed specifically for Apple Watch, offering strategic gameplay on a compact 5x5 board. Key Features: • Compact Board: Specially designed 5x5 board for watch display • Smart AI: Three difficulty levels from beginner to advanced • Easy Controls: Touch to move, green hints for valid moves • Immersive Experience: Smooth animations and haptic feedback • Theme Options: Multiple board themes to choose from • Dual Language: Full English and Chinese support Gameplay: • Classic chess rules • Undo move support • Real-time turn indicators • Quick game restart • Switch AI between black and white Perfect for quick chess matches anytime, anywhere. Whether you're commuting, taking a break, or just waiting, enjoy a quick game of chess right on your wrist. Download now and start your strategic battles!

Screenshots

Chinese Checkers Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mini Chess at none against Chinese Checkers Master's 1. Mini Chess also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). On device support 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

Chinese Checkers Master costs $5.00 and Mini Chess $0.99 up front. Chinese Checkers Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mini Chess asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chinese Checkers Master ships an update every 11 months, Mini Chess every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Chinese Checkers Master versus Mini Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChinese Checkers MasterMini Chess
Price$5.00$0.99 — better
Rating3.1 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews21.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOscar Tsang鹏飞 侯

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Chinese Checkers Master

One-time1
  • Remove advertisement$1.99
None

Mini Chess

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chinese Checkers Master free?
Chinese Checkers Master costs $5.00, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Mini Chess free?
Mini Chess costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chinese Checkers Master or Mini Chess have ads?
Chinese Checkers Master shows ads; Mini Chess does not.
Which is updated more often, Chinese Checkers Master or Mini Chess?
Chinese Checkers Master ships an update every 11 months, and Mini Chess every 3 weeks. Most recently, Chinese Checkers Master was updated on November 2, 2026 and Mini Chess on November 8, 2026.

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