# Chess Tactics and Lessons vs Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

The clearest difference is ads: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf at none against Chess Tactics and Lessons's shown. Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#106 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chess Tactics and Lessons sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Chess Tactics and Lessons against 4.8 for Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf has 27K ratings behind it against 5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Chess Tactics and Lessons's written reviews are positive against 82% of Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf's.

Chess Tactics and Lessons ships an update every 5 weeks, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chess Tactics and Lessons | Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tactics-and-lessons/id531275673/reviews) | [4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chess-with-dr-wolf/id1353041020/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5K | **27K** |
| Positive reviews | **83.8% of reviews** | 81.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#106** |
| Size | 37 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lockwood Productions, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/466891332) | [Chess.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/329218552) |

## What reviewers say

### Chess Tactics and Lessons

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tactics-and-lessons/id531275673)

Master chess strategy and openings with this app. Practice unlimited tactics, follow detailed lessons, and save your favorite openings. Create your own content and learn from a supportive community.

**Highlights:** Unlimited tactics practice, Detailed chess lessons, Opening practice and saving, Create custom tactics and lessons, Learn from mistakes with explanations, Community comments and discussion, Customizable board design

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly PRO Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Marble Chess Board | $0.99 | one-time |
| Orange Chess Board | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Green Chess Board | $0.99 | one-time |
| Enable Saved Puzzles | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😃 Great for learning tactics
- 👍 Enjoyable and addictive
- 🚀 Excellent training tool
- 🤗 Helpful for improving chess skills
- 💯 Best tactics app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🤔 Some tactics are questionable
- 🙄 Too many queen sacrifices
- 😣 Difficult to navigate

**Reported bugs**

- Server connection issues
- White screen after updates
- Inability to delete account
- Incorrect move explanations

**Requested features**

- Ability to save tactics
- Offline mode
- Difficulty filtering
- Improved user interface
- More comprehensive lessons


### Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

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

**Currently charting:** #106 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chess Tactics and Lessons free?

Chess Tactics and Lessons is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

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

### Which has better reviews, Chess Tactics and Lessons or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf?

Chess Tactics and Lessons and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5K and 27K ratings respectively.

### Do Chess Tactics and Lessons or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf have ads?

Chess Tactics and Lessons shows ads; Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Chess Tactics and Lessons or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf?

Chess Tactics and Lessons ships an update every 5 weeks, and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf fortnightly. Most recently, Chess Tactics and Lessons was updated on September 23, 2026 and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf on September 25, 2026.

---

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