# Chess Pro with Coach vs Next Chess Move

The clearest difference is update cadence: Chess Pro with Coach at weekly against Next Chess Move's monthly. Chess Pro with Coach also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (2K vs 133). Next Chess Move's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and chart position (#43 vs unranked). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Chess Pro with Coach costs $2.99 and Next Chess Move $2.99 up front. Chess Pro with Coach sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Next Chess Move sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Chess Pro with Coach holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chess Pro with Coach has 2K ratings behind it against 133, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Chess Pro with Coach's written reviews are positive against 76% of Next Chess Move's.

Chess Pro with Coach ships an update weekly, Next Chess Move monthly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chess Pro with Coach | Next Chess Move |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-pro-with-coach/id561435724/reviews)** | [4.5 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-chess-move/id595697977/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 133 |
| Positive reviews | **87.7% of reviews** | 76.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#43** |
| Size | 122 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mastersoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/994180799) | [Next Chess Move LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/458768443) |

## What reviewers say

### Chess Pro with Coach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-pro-with-coach/id561435724)

Master the classic strategy game with this comprehensive chess application. Featuring multiple play modes, training tools, and a powerful engine, it caters to both beginners and experienced players aiming for Grandmaster level. Enjoy stunning HD artwork and a challenging human-like opponent.

**Highlights:** Six modes of play, Annotated databases and puzzles, Training and rated modes with ELO appraisal, World-class chess engine, 100 graded levels from novice to Grandmaster, Stunning HD artwork and Retina Display support, Hint facility and built-in coach

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Chess Ginkgo. | $9.99 | one-time |


### Next Chess Move

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-chess-move/id595697977)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Paid · Board, #133 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

This application provides a powerful chess move calculator utilizing advanced engines like Stockfish 17.1 directly on your device. It also offers free access to numerous other engines running on remote hardware, with an optional upgrade for enhanced calculation strength and access to powerful servers and GPUs.

**Highlights:** On-device Stockfish 17.1, Free remote engine access, Large selection of chess engines, Optional Pro upgrade, Access to powerful cloud hardware, GPU acceleration for LcZero

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NCM Pro | $18.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great tool for analysis
- 👍 Helpful for learning chess
- 👍 Strongest engines available
- 👍 Improves game understanding
- 👍 Convenient mobile access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Neglected and buggy mess
- 🐛 Critical bugs break game
- 🐛 Outdated and poorly maintained UI
- 🐛 Feels abandoned while charging
- 🐛 Waste of money

**Reported bugs**

- Critical bugs that break the game (e.g., same color pieces moving consecutively)
- App doesn't turn on
- Update has challenges
- Cannot play anything
- LC0 version 0.30 with Networks Family T81 causes 'engine disconnected' error

**Requested features**

- Fix critical bugs
- Update UI
- Release a proper update
- Maintain the app properly
- Update to current stockfish 17


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chess Pro with Coach free?

Chess Pro with Coach costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Next Chess Move free?

Next Chess Move costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Chess Pro with Coach or Next Chess Move?

Chess Pro with Coach is rated higher. Chess Pro with Coach averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Next Chess Move averages 4.5 from 133 ratings.

### Do Chess Pro with Coach or Next Chess Move have ads?

Neither Chess Pro with Coach nor Next Chess Move shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chess Pro with Coach or Next Chess Move?

Chess Pro with Coach ships an update weekly, and Next Chess Move monthly. Most recently, Chess Pro with Coach was updated on October 26, 2026 and Next Chess Move on October 26, 2026.

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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.*