Comparison

lil tic vs Wrist Chess

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

Head to head
About

lil tic

Features
Read full description

three minimalist tic-tac-toe games in one tiny app. ultimate tic-tac-toe nine boards in a 3 × 3 grid. where you play decides which board your opponent plays on next. win three boards in a row to win the game. sequence players take turns adding an x or an o to one shared string. each player has their own goal, like "any 5-symbol pattern twice" against "any 3-symbol pattern four times". overlaps don't count, and every move you make helps your opponent too. heXO tic-tac-toe on a large hexagonal board. get six in a row. play your way - over the board with a friend - against the computer, with adjustable difficulty (via in-app purchase) - online with game center a minimalistic app inspired by lil apps by jordan singer (@jsngr) and @webgoatguy. immerse yourself in the elegance of strategic gameplay. perfect for casual and competitive gamers alike. enjoy :)

About

Wrist Chess

Engage in chess on your wrist, offering online play against millions via Lichess, offline challenges against Stockfish, and tactical puzzles. Spectate live tournaments and follow favorite players.

Highlights
  • Online play with Lichess
  • Offline play against Stockfish
  • Chess puzzles for tactics
  • Watch Lichess TV and channels
  • Tune into tournament broadcasts
  • Follow preferred Lichess players
Features
Read full description

Play Online with Lichess Connect with millions of chess players from around the world with Lichess online play. Challenge your friends or find a random opponent with the same skill level. Play Offline Against Stockfish Challenge yourself offline with games against the Stockfish engine. No internet? No problem. Hone your skills against a strong opponent even when you’re on the go. Chess Puzzles Sharpen your tactics with a diverse range of chess puzzles. Whether you’re warming up for a game or just challenging yourself, these puzzles are sure to test and enhance your skills. Watch Lichess TV and Channels Spectate Lichess TV and channels to catch ongoing games and content. Get insights into various matches and styles of play, all without leaving your wrist. Tune into Tournament Broadcasts Stay updated with live broadcasts of chess tournaments. Follow the strategies, tactics, and tension of competitive play, all from the convenience of your watch. Follow Your Preferred Lichess Players Keep tabs on your favorite Lichess players. Receive notifications about their latest moves and stay in the loop with their progress and games. Dive into the chess universe with our Chess App for watchOS. Download now for a comprehensive, on-the-go chess experience.

Screenshots

lil tic1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Wrist Chess at Free against lil tic's $0.99. Wrist Chess also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 37 months) and iOS requirement (15.3 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Wrist Chess is free to download; lil tic costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

lil tic ships an update every 37 months, Wrist Chess every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
lil tic versus Wrist Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterlil ticWrist Chess
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—3.8 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 37 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.615.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHenrik StorchLukas Kusik

In-app purchases

None

lil tic

No in-app purchases

None

Wrist Chess

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is lil tic free?
lil tic costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wrist Chess free?
Wrist Chess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do lil tic or Wrist Chess have ads?
Neither lil tic nor Wrist Chess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, lil tic or Wrist Chess?
lil tic ships an update every 37 months, and Wrist Chess every 5 weeks. Most recently, lil tic was updated on October 24, 2026 and Wrist Chess on October 24, 2026.

Other comparisons