Comparison

OpenChess vs Chess

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

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About

OpenChess

Master chess openings by playing against a specialized AI. Explore specific defenses or move sequences, and gain insights into positional advantages and piece values. Improve your game from the very first moves.

Highlights
  • Learn specific chess openings
  • Play against AI focused on opening lines
  • Analyze positional advantages
  • Evaluate piece values and mobility
  • Understand pawn structure
  • Track defended and attacked pieces
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Learn chess openings with OpenChess: An Opening Explorer. Play against the computer, or play as both sides, and be shown the lines that are within any opening that you are interested in learning. Want to learn the Sicilian Defense or the Queen’s Gambit? Choose that category and play against that a computer that only follows lines within that opening category. Wany to focus on learning all of the openings that start with a specific move, such as pawn to “e4”? This category can also be selected, and you can play against a computer that only plays lines that start with “e4”. The chess engine in this app is not Stockfish, and it does not look very far ahead. It is meant to provide a decent base evaluation and allow the majority of the reason behind the evaluation of the current position to be shown to the user. The following information can be shown to the user: • Positional advantages for each piece type (pawn, knight, bishop, rook, queen and king) • Piece value advantages for each color • Mobility scores for each piece where mobility plays a big role (bishop, rook, queen, king) • Pawn advantages and disadvantages (passed pawns, isolated pawns, backwards pawns, doubled pawns) • Total value of pieces attacked by each color as well as total value of pieces defended by each color A lot of chess games are won and lost within the opening moves, this app was designed to help players learn solid openings that either help them gain a winning advantage out of the opening, or at the very least help them not lose due to the opening moves played. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Chess

Features
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Chess-Masters is a modern chess game designed for players of all experience levels. Whether you are new to chess or returning to the game, Chess-Masters offers a smooth and approachable way to play and improve. The app focuses on simplicity, clarity, and enjoyable gameplay. Its clean interface and intuitive controls make it easy to jump into a match without distractions. Every game is designed to feel natural and responsive, allowing players to focus on strategy and decision-making. Chess-Masters supports casual play as well as skill development through regular practice. Players can explore different approaches to the game, learn from experience, and gradually build confidence over time. The experience is flexible and adapts to different play styles, making it suitable for both relaxed sessions and more focused gameplay. Chess is a timeless game that encourages logical thinking, planning, and patience. Chess-Masters provides a comfortable environment to enjoy the game while developing these skills at your own pace. Key highlights: Clean, modern design Easy-to-use controls Suitable for beginners and experienced players Smooth and enjoyable gameplay Chess-Masters is built to make chess accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for everyone. Play at your own pace and enjoy the challenge of a classic game.

Screenshots

OpenChess4 screens
Chess3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chess at none against OpenChess's 10. OpenChess's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. OpenChess sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Chess asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for OpenChess against 5.0 for Chess. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
OpenChess versus Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenChessChess
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid BryantNimbus Cloud Range

In-app purchases

10 purchases

OpenChess

One-time10
  • Tarrasch Defense Opening$0.99
  • Trompowsky Attack Opening$0.99
  • Scandinavian Defense Opening$0.99
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  • Three Knights Opening$0.99
  • Zukertort Opening$0.99
  • Van't Kruijs Opening$0.99
  • Vienna Game Opening$0.99
  • Ware Opening$0.99
  • Opening Explorer$4.99
  • OpenChess Premium$19.99
None

Chess

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OpenChess free?
OpenChess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chess free?
Chess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OpenChess or Chess?
OpenChess and Chess are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do OpenChess or Chess have ads?
Neither OpenChess nor Chess shows ads.

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