# Chess Tactics and Lessons vs Chess Light

The clearest difference is update cadence: Chess Tactics and Lessons at every 5 weeks against Chess Light's every 18 months. Chess Tactics and Lessons also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 6). Chess Light's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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 Chess Light sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.7 for Chess Light. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chess Tactics and Lessons has 5.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Chess Tactics and Lessons's written reviews are positive against 79% of Chess Light's.

Chess Tactics and Lessons ships an update every 5 weeks, Chess Light every 18 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chess Tactics and Lessons | Chess Light |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-tactics-and-lessons/id531275673/reviews)** | [4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-light/id801115018/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **85.2% of reviews** | 78.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 18 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 114 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lockwood Productions, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/466891332) | [Pyrosphere, Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/386458929) |

## 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


### Chess Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-light/id801115018)

A puzzle game inspired by chess, suitable for all skill levels. Solve over 180 unique puzzles by strategically placing pieces to illuminate every square on the board. Features adjustable difficulty and a helpful hint system.

**Highlights:** 180+ puzzles, 6 difficulty levels, Hint system, Place pieces to light up squares, Suitable for all skill levels

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chess Tactics and Lessons free?

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

### Is Chess Light free?

Chess Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Chess Tactics and Lessons or Chess Light?

Chess Tactics and Lessons is rated higher. Chess Tactics and Lessons averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Chess Light averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Chess Tactics and Lessons or Chess Light have ads?

Neither Chess Tactics and Lessons nor Chess Light shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chess Tactics and Lessons or Chess Light?

Chess Tactics and Lessons ships an update every 5 weeks, and Chess Light every 18 months. Most recently, Chess Tactics and Lessons was updated on November 1, 2026 and Chess Light on November 1, 2026.

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