Comparison

CrazyStone DeepLearning vs Knight & Castle

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

Head to head
About

CrazyStone DeepLearning

Play the game of Go against a powerful AI or other players worldwide. Test your skills with certification exams and track your progress in rating mode. Offers various board sizes and difficulty levels for all players.

Highlights
  • Online Go games against global players
  • IAGA Rating Certification Tests
  • 17 levels of play from 15k to 2d
  • Export/import SGF game files
  • Rating Mode with game history
  • Human vs Computer and Human vs Human modes
Features
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The strongest, the best Go app in the world based on Crazy Stone employing Deep Learning technology ! *New Features* -We have introduced an online game feature. Enjoy online games against players all over the world ! -IAGA Rating Certification Tests Challenge the Dan/Kyu tests provided by the International AI Go Association. -Premium Membership Completely ad free, higher levels and additional features for Premium Members. Crazy Stone has made a huge step forward by combining Deep Neural Networks with Monte Carlo Tree Search. The highest level of Crazy Stone Deep Learning has achieved 5d in kgs rating and in this lite version, we have provided you the highest level of 2d for FREE! * 17 levels of play from 15k to 2d There are 17 levels of play (15k-2d) for all the board sizes. Crazy Stone has improved not only in strength, but also in his style of play and the lower levels are perfect for players who want to learn the game of Go. Now, the strongest level for Premium Members is 5d. * IAGA Rating Certification Test Challenge the Dan/Kyu tests provided by the International AI Go Association. You will be awarded certificate images if you pass the tests. (You will need to register an AI Game Account to challenge the tests. Registration is free)  * Export and import sgf game files You will be able to import and export game records in sgf format from other apps. Also you can copy game record data to the clipboard. * Rating Mode Test your skills with serious games against the AI, keeps track of the results of your games and the history of your rating! The Rating Mode will be partly unlocked if you reach 7k IAGA Rating. If you become a premium member, all of the Rating Mode features will be unlocked immediately. * Other features ・Friendly 3 input methods You can choose from 3 options of input methods (Zoom, Cursor & Touch). ・17 levels of play for each board size (9x9, 13x13, 19x19) ・Human vs Computer, Human vs Human (sharing a single device) ・Computer vs Computer Games ・Handicap games, variable options of Komi ・Hint (suggest) ・Instant Undo (available even when the computer is thinking) ・Automatic territory calculation ・Japanese/Chinese Rules ・Suspend/Re-start games ・Save/Load game record in sgf files ・Automatic and manual replay of a game record ・Highlight the last move ・COM resign feature ・Byoyomi games (You will not be able to select computer level in timed games) ・Atari warning ・Highlight the last move ・Play speed can be adjusted ■ Subscription Details The benefits of Premium Members are: -Completely ad free -Maximum AI playing strength will rise to 5dan -Play Rating Mode for all 3 board sizes -Challenge the IAGA Certification Tests higher than 7kyu About the subscription -Monthly Subscription for Premium Membership. -Customers will be charged a monthly fee to their iTunes Account. -The Subscription will be renewed automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of it's current period. -Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. How to cancel the subscription -Form the app Touch the Manage Subscription button and then touch Cancel Subscription. -From your device Move to Settings > iTunes Store and App Store > Apple ID > Subscription -It is not possible to prorate usage fees, cancel or refund the subscription for the current period. -After cancelling the subscription, you will be able to play Engine Server Games until the current subscription period expires. Privacy Policy https://www.unbalance.co.jp/privacy/en/igominna/ Terms of Use https://www.unbalance.co.jp/eula/en/igominna/ * This app is certified by International AI Go Association

About

Knight & Castle

Features
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Play real chess offline against Stockfish—and understand every move with clear AI feedback. Knight & Castle is a focused chess trainer for players who want a strong opponent, practical move feedback, and a clean board—without an account, matchmaking, or an internet connection. PLAY AND IMPROVE OFFLINE • Play against Stockfish from Beginner to Expert • Choose White or Black • No account or online opponent required • Practice anywhere, even without Wi-Fi or cellular data UNDERSTAND EVERY MOVE After each move, see whether it was a Best Move, Good Move, Inaccuracy, Mistake, or Blunder. Compare your move with the engine’s recommended alternative and find the moment that changed the game. Whether you are learning the rules or sharpening your strategy, Knight & Castle helps you improve at your own pace. ■ Five difficulty levels Choose Beginner, Easy, Medium, Hard, or Expert, and play as White or Black. ■ Move review & AI coach The engine grades every move you make. An on-device AI coach explains in plain language what worked, what did not, and what to focus on next. When the game ends, Game Review summarizes your accuracy, key moments, and the moves that mattered most. ■ Learning mode • Hint: see a recommended move when you are stuck • Undo: take back your last move • Move history: revisit any position • Opening names: recognize the opening you are playing • Share your game: export it as PGN ■ Made for iPhone, iPad, and iPhone Duo Play in portrait or landscape. On iPhone Duo, fold the device for a board-first view or unfold it for a larger board beside the control panel. ■ More features • Toggle board coordinates (a–h, 1–8) • Resume your game after closing the app • The chess engine runs on your device, so you can play offline The AI coach comments require a device that supports Apple Intelligence. On other devices, the engine still grades each move and shows the recommended alternative.

Screenshots

CrazyStone DeepLearning4 screens
Knight & Castle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Knight & Castle at none against CrazyStone DeepLearning's 1. Knight & Castle also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). CrazyStone DeepLearning's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and 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

Both are free to download. CrazyStone DeepLearning sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Knight & Castle asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CrazyStone DeepLearning ships an update every 2 months, Knight & Castle weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CrazyStone DeepLearning versus Knight & Castle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrazyStone DeepLearningKnight & Castle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size165 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUNBALANCE CorporationKAZUYUKI TAJIMA

Bugs and requests

CrazyStone DeepLearning

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with input method and stone placement
  • Sound not working
  • Saved game state causing issues with ads

Requested features

5 requests
  • More advanced levels
  • Ability to replay and explore game variations
  • Option to slow down AI response
  • Landscape mode support
  • Analysis mode for premium users

Knight & Castle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CrazyStone DeepLearning

Subscriptions1
  • CrazyStone DL Subscription$2.991 Month
None

Knight & Castle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CrazyStone DeepLearning free?
CrazyStone DeepLearning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Knight & Castle free?
Knight & Castle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CrazyStone DeepLearning or Knight & Castle have ads?
Both CrazyStone DeepLearning and Knight & Castle show ads.
Which is updated more often, CrazyStone DeepLearning or Knight & Castle?
CrazyStone DeepLearning ships an update every 2 months, and Knight & Castle weekly. Most recently, CrazyStone DeepLearning was updated on October 24, 2026 and Knight & Castle on October 24, 2026.

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