Comparison

8bit Chess vs Chess_Pro

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

Head to head
About

8bit Chess

Master chess tactics with over 10,000 puzzles in a classic 8-bit style. Features include various puzzle types, difficulty levels, and a hint system. Play offline or against an AI.

Highlights
  • 10,000+ curated chess puzzles
  • 7 difficulty levels
  • Mate in X and themed puzzles
  • Endgame and Opening puzzles
  • Freeplay against ChessJS AI
  • Offline play
  • Hint system
Features
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8bit Chess - Chess Puzzles Training Master chess tactics with thousands of puzzles in classic 8-bit style! FEATURES: • 10,000+ curated chess puzzles • 7 difficulty levels (600-2500+ rating) • Mate in X puzzles • 10+ themed puzzles • Endgame puzzles • Opening puzzles • Freeplay against ChessJS AI after completing a puzzle • 100+ Beautiful retro themes (with many more to come!) • Hint system for learning • Progress tracking • Offline play PREMIUM UPGRADE: • Remove all ads • Unlock all themes • Unlimited Hints • Support indie development Perfect for beginners learning tactics or masters staying sharp. Download now and become a chess puzzle master!

About

Chess_Pro

Features
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EXPERIENCE CHESSPRO: THE ULTIMATE TACTICAL ARENA ON MOBILE Whether you're a beginner learning the ropes or a Grandmaster seeking a challenge, ChessPro delivers a premium, fast-paced environment to play and master chess anytime, anywhere. WHY CHESSPRO? • REAL-TIME MULTIPLAYER: Enter the global arena. Our precise ELO matchmaking system ensures you always face opponents suited to your tactical level. • INTERACTIVE LEARNING: Access a massive library of courses and tactical drills. Master your openings, middle-games, and endgames with curated expert content. • PERFORMANCE INSIGHTS: Track your journey with detailed match history, dynamic performance charts, and real-time statistics. • TEAMS & SQUADS: Create your own tactical squad or join an existing team. Chat with allies in real-time and dominate the team leaderboards together. • PREMIUM DARK DESIGN: Immerse yourself in a state-of-the-art "Glassmorphism" interface, optimized for deep concentration and zero eye strain during long matches. KEY FEATURES: • Instant 24/7 matchmaking worldwide. • Secure in-game and team tactical chat. • Live Global Leaderboard with real-time rankings. • AI-powered Voice Coach to guide your progression. • Sign in with Apple for maximum security and privacy. Join ChessPro today and transform every game into a strategic masterpiece. The board is set—Your move, Commander!

Screenshots

8bit Chess4 screens
Chess_Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chess_Pro at none against 8bit Chess's 1. Chess_Pro also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. 8bit Chess sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Chess_Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
8bit Chess versus Chess_Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter8bit ChessChess_Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKrishan PanduwawalaSAIF EDDINE LAFTIMI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

8bit Chess

One-time1
  • 8bit Chess Puzzles Premium$3.99
None

Chess_Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 8bit Chess free?
8bit Chess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chess_Pro free?
Chess_Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 8bit Chess or Chess_Pro have ads?
8bit Chess shows ads; Chess_Pro does not.

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