# Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf vs Lichess

The clearest difference is rating: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf at 4.8 against Lichess's 4.0. Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 51%) and ratings volume (27K vs 604). Lichess's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Lichess asks for nothing beyond the download.

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf has 27K ratings behind it against 604, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf's written reviews are positive against 51% of Lichess's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf | Lichess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chess-with-dr-wolf/id1353041020/reviews)** | [4.0 (604 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lichess/id1662361230/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 604 |
| Positive reviews | **81.7% of reviews** | 51.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #108 | **#80** |
| Size | 100 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chess.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/329218552) | [LICHESS.ORG](https://appshunter.io/developer/968371783) |

## What reviewers say

### Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chess-with-dr-wolf/id1353041020)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

This app provides personalized chess coaching with an AI companion who explains moves, identifies mistakes, and offers interactive lessons. It caters to beginners and intermediate players with a comprehensive curriculum and adaptive difficulty.

**Highlights:** Personalized AI coaching, Audible explanations of moves, Over 50 interactive lessons, Mistake correction and analysis, Adaptive difficulty levels, Multiple coach personalities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Individual | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Individual | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Family | $49.99 | per year |
| 30 Days of Coaching | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well-thought-out app
- 🚀 Great teaching tool
- 🤖 Friendly and encouraging AI coach
- 💡 Unique interface and gameplay
- 🎓 Helpful lessons and training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect move suggestions
- 🤔 Lack of explanations for best moves
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🤖 AI can play suboptimally at times
- 🔍 Limited visibility of captured pieces

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing when switching between apps
- Subscription status not syncing across devices

**Requested features**

- More detailed explanations for suggested moves
- Additional difficulty levels between beginner and expert
- Ability to practice specific openings
- Option to review full game history
- Accessibility features for visually impaired users


### Lichess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lichess/id1662361230)

**Currently charting:** #80 Top Free · Strategy (US App Store)

Play chess online with millions of users, participate in tournaments, solve puzzles, and analyze games. This free and open-source application offers a comprehensive chess experience for players of all levels, with features for learning and casual play.

**Highlights:** Real-time and correspondence chess, Arena tournaments, Chess puzzles, Game analysis with Stockfish, Interactive study feature, Chess clock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great interface
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Useful resources for learning and analysis

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional UI issues
- 💡 Room for more customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Swipe-to-go-back gesture interferes with piece placement

**Requested features**

- Name of opening in opening explorer
- Ability to add and subtract additional things on the homepage
- Reset/replay button on puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf free?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lichess free?

Lichess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf or Lichess?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf is rated higher. Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf averages 4.8 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Lichess averages 4.0 from 604 ratings.

### Do Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf or Lichess have ads?

Neither Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf nor Lichess shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf or Lichess?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf ships an update fortnightly, and Lichess fortnightly. Most recently, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf was updated on September 25, 2026 and Lichess on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf or Lichess?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf currently peaks at #108 in the App Store charts, and Lichess at #80. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*