Comparison

CheckMyMate vs Expo Chess Guide

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

Head to head
About

CheckMyMate

Features
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Transform Mistakes into Mastery CheckMyMate is the first tactics trainer that studies your Lichess games, pinpoints every slip, and converts those critical moments into bite-sized puzzles. Stop guessing which lines to practice — train precisely where you’re weakest and watch your rating climb. How It Works 1. Enter your Lichess username (no password needed). 2. Our engine scans your recent games for tactics you missed or misplayed. 3. Instantly receive a tailored puzzle set that targets those exact positions. 4. Solve, review computer-perfect lines, and repeat—each new game brings fresh, personal challenges. Key Features • Blunder-Based Drills – Every puzzle comes directly from errors in your own play. • Adaptive Difficulty – Puzzles scale as your tactics improve, keeping you in the learning sweet spot. • Daily Refresh – New games? New puzzles. Open the app to an always-updated training menu. • Dark & Light Themes – Train day or night in comfort. Why You’ll Love It Generic puzzle rushes are great, but they ignore the unique blind spots in your game. CheckMyMate erases that gap, turning every past blunder into tomorrow’s quick win—so your next real-board tactic feels like déjà vu. Terms of Use: https://checkm8.dev/terms-of-use.html Support: support@checkm8.dev

About

Expo Chess Guide

Features
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Learn Chess Strategies Discover the world of chess with our comprehensive learning app designed for players of all skill levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your advanced techniques, this app provides everything you need to master the royal game. Features: - Interactive chess lessons covering fundamentals to advanced strategies - Step-by-step tutorials for opening principles, middle game tactics, and endgame mastery - Practice puzzles to sharpen your tactical skills - Comprehensive piece movement guides - Strategic concepts explained in simple terms - Beautiful, intuitive interface optimized for mobile learning Perfect for: - Beginners learning their first moves - Intermediate players developing strategy - Advanced players refining techniques - Chess enthusiasts of all ages Start your chess journey today and unlock the secrets of this timeless strategic game!

Screenshots

CheckMyMate3 screens
Expo Chess Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Expo Chess Guide at none against CheckMyMate's 2. Expo Chess Guide also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. CheckMyMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Expo Chess Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
CheckMyMate versus Expo Chess Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCheckMyMateExpo Chess Guide
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaxim NovikovSmithwood Technology, LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CheckMyMate

Subscriptions2
  • CheckMyMate - Monthly Premium$1.991 Month
  • CheckMyMate - Yearly Premium$12.991 Year
None

Expo Chess Guide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CheckMyMate free?
CheckMyMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Expo Chess Guide free?
Expo Chess Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CheckMyMate or Expo Chess Guide have ads?
Neither CheckMyMate nor Expo Chess Guide shows ads.

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