Comparison

Chess CT vs PiyoChess

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

Head to head
About

Chess CT

This logic puzzle game challenges players to rotate a cube and match numbers on all sides. It offers multiple levels and versions for different age groups, including a free 5x5 version and a version for young children learning numbers.

Highlights
  • Multi-level rotational puzzle
  • Match numbers at all angles
  • Cube rotation gameplay
  • Versions for different age groups
  • Introduces numbers in multiple languages
Features
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Chess CT is multi-level version of CT puzzle. Rotate as Rubik's cube and match numbers at all angles (projections). Free 5x5 version at 4 projections is on App Store as Touch CT. Free 4x4 version at 2 projection is available as CT Kids (age 5+, player should be able to recognize numbers and count 1-4). Kids Num introduces to the first numbers in 3 languages (0+).

About

PiyoChess

This is a charming and lightweight strategy game with simple controls and cute characters. It offers over 40 handcrafted stages with increasing difficulty, designed for quick and satisfying puzzle-style mini-chess gameplay. Uncover a story as you progress through different environments.

Highlights
  • 40+ handcrafted stages
  • Puzzle-style mini chess
  • Unique characters and stories
  • Cute animations and sound design
  • Offline play
  • Beginner-friendly and challenging
Features
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PiyoChess – Cute & Strategic Mini-Chess Adventure PiyoChess is a lightweight, charming strategy game that combines simple controls, cute characters, and deep tactical puzzles. Perfect for beginners, casual players, and chess lovers who want a fresh twist. Features • 40+ handcrafted stages with increasing difficulty • Puzzle-style mini chess designed for fast, satisfying play • Unique characters & short stories you unlock as you progress • Cute animations and soft sound design for a relaxing experience • Offline play – enjoy anytime, anywhere • Simple for beginners, challenging for advanced players Story & Characters As you complete courses, you uncover the tale of the chick kingdom— traveling through meadows, rivers, forests, and ancient ruins. Each chapter reveals a new piece of the world. Gameplay • Tap to move – anyone can play • Every puzzle is short and satisfying • Learn chess basics in a friendly way • Perfect for “one more round”

Screenshots

Chess CT4 screens
PiyoChess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Chess CT at 5.0 against PiyoChess's 3.0. PiyoChess's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chess CT holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chess CT ships an update every 4 months, PiyoChess every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Chess CT versus PiyoChess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess CTPiyoChess
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIgor PatrikeevTaito Harada

Customer experience

Chess CT

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PiyoChess

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Chess CT

No in-app purchases

None

PiyoChess

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chess CT free?
Chess CT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PiyoChess free?
PiyoChess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Chess CT or PiyoChess?
Chess CT is rated higher. Chess CT averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PiyoChess averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Chess CT or PiyoChess have ads?
Neither Chess CT nor PiyoChess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chess CT or PiyoChess?
Chess CT ships an update every 4 months, and PiyoChess every 3 weeks. Most recently, Chess CT was updated on November 4, 2026 and PiyoChess on October 31, 2026.

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