Comparison

SparkChess Pro vs OTHELLO KING

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

Head to head
About

SparkChess Pro

This ancient strategy game offers a fun and accessible experience for all skill levels. Practice against the computer, challenge friends online, or learn with interactive lessons and puzzles. Features include various board styles, a virtual coach, and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Practice against computer or friends
  • Interactive lessons and puzzles
  • Multiple board styles (2D, 3D, fantasy)
  • Virtual Chess Coach
  • Multiplayer progress tracking
  • Save and replay games
Features
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SparkChess is the only chess game that puts fun first. With a choice of boards, computer opponents and online play, it delivers a first-class experience that is as accessible to experts as it is to beginners, kids and anyone else who wants to discover how entertaining this ancient strategy game really is. The chess game that everyone can enjoy! Too many chess apps are impossible for anyone but the experts and masters. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how well it can adapt to players of all skill levels. That’s exactly what makes the award-winning SparkChess stand out. Whether you’re brand new to the chess board, looking to improve your game, to teach your kids to play, or are ready to take it to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess. FEATURES: * Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer. * A simple user interface that makes it easy to set up and play games. * Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D and a stunning fantasy chess set. * Play casual, quick or expert games, depending on your level. * Learn chess with over 30 interactive lessons. * Study famous historcal games. * Test your skills with over 70 chess puzzles. * Learn and practice common openings and their variations (over 100 in total). * A Virtual Chess Coach explains the consequences of your moves. * The only chess game that appeals to beginners and experts alike. * Track your multiplayer progress with statistics. * Create and join teams. * Save and replay your games. * Import/Export games in PGN format. * Watch and comment on live multiplayer games. * Child-safe design, with built-in anti-abuse measures built-in. * Edit the board. * Large and friendly community of chess lovers from all over the world. Young or old, beginner or advanced, SparkChess gives you the extra edge to become a better chess player while having fun! REVIEWS “Your chess board and pieces are the best by far (compared to any other program, including Fritz 12).” “SparkChess is a superbly presented and polished program. I think you have achieved your aim of making chess fun, accessible and entertaining for a wide audience.” “I love the game and play it regularly - great work on the game” “SparkChess provides deep, intelligent gameplay… [Its] multiplayer offerings are just as impressive.” ~ MaximumPC.com, app of the week.

About

OTHELLO KING

Features
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Easy to learn. Impossible to put down. OTHELLO KING is an Othello app crafted for players who take the game seriously. An NNUE-powered 8-level AI engine, a complete ranking system, and a lifelike playing experience — every game is worth your best effort. ◆ NEXT-GEN AI ENGINE Eight AI opponents powered by an NNUE deep-learning engine — Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, Master, Grandmaster, King. From a gentle introduction to near world-class play, every level is calibrated through real human playtesting so the difficulty curve feels just right. The first five levels are free; unlock Pro for the top three: Master, Grandmaster, King. ◆ YOUR PATH TO MASTERY An Elo rating system anchored to each AI's calibrated strength makes every match meaningful. Start at 30 Kyu, earn your way up through wins, and climb toward the highest rank — 9 Dan. Review any game move by move with free Mobility Analysis; unlock Pro for Frontier Analysis and AI Analysis. It's not just playing — it's a journey of continuous improvement. ◆ LIFELIKE PLAY Every detail is tuned for a natural, immersive experience. Humanized AI thinking rhythms, natural response timing, ultra-realistic move sounds, and subtle haptic feedback — paired with multiple board themes and piece styles — make every opponent feel like a real player sitting across from you. ◆ PURE & AD-FREE No intrusive ads. No personal data collection. All your settings and game records stay on your device. Focus on the board. Enjoy pure Othello. ◆ AND MORE • Two-Player: Pass-and-play with a friend, unlimited games • Timer Modes: 1-min Bullet, 3-min Blitz, 5-min Standard, 30-min Tournament & more • Game Review: Step through any match, copy records & analyze in Practice Lab • Progressive Challenge: Stronger AI unlocks as you rank up — always a new goal ahead Play the first five AI levels free: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert. A one-time Pro purchase permanently unlocks the top three AI levels and advanced Practice Lab analysis tools. ◆ PRO — UNLOCK FOREVER · AI Opponents L6–L8: Master, Grandmaster, King · Board Themes: Royal Purple, Light Oak, Walnut · Piece Styles: 3D, Matte · Move Sounds: Classic, Minimal · Practice Lab: Frontier Analysis, AI Analysis One purchase. Yours forever. No ads. No subscriptions. Just the game.

Screenshots

SparkChess Pro4 screens
OTHELLO KING4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: OTHELLO KING at Free against SparkChess Pro's $24.99. OTHELLO KING also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). SparkChess Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On 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

OTHELLO KING is free to download; SparkChess Pro costs $24.99 up front. OTHELLO KING sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SparkChess Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SparkChess Pro ships an update every 4 months, OTHELLO KING weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SparkChess Pro versus OTHELLO KING: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSparkChess ProOTHELLO KING
Price$24.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMedia Division SRLJUI-MING CHIU

In-app purchases

None

SparkChess Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

OTHELLO KING

One-time1
  • Pro — Unlock Forever$6.99

Questions

Is SparkChess Pro free?
SparkChess Pro costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is OTHELLO KING free?
OTHELLO KING is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SparkChess Pro or OTHELLO KING have ads?
Neither SparkChess Pro nor OTHELLO KING shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SparkChess Pro or OTHELLO KING?
SparkChess Pro ships an update every 4 months, and OTHELLO KING weekly. Most recently, SparkChess Pro was updated on October 18, 2026 and OTHELLO KING on October 19, 2026.

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