Chess4Two vs zChess
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Chess4Two
This free chess application offers multiple ways to play, including online against friends or strangers, local multiplayer on shared devices, and single-device play. It also provides learning tools for beginners and customizable piece designs.
- Online multiplayer via Game Center
- Local multiplayer on shared devices
- Single-device local play
- Step-by-step learning guidance
- Customizable chess piece designs
- Free to play
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Discover a new way to enjoy chess with Chess4Two – the free chess app designed for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, Chess4Two makes the game accessible, fun, and social. Play in different ways: • Play remotely via Apple Game Center — challenge friends online or find opponents and play from anywhere. • Connect nearby devices and share one chessboard in real time. Perfect for playing face to face with friends and family. • Use a single device to play together locally, just like a real board. • Learn the game step by step with helpful guidance designed to support new players. Customize your experience by choosing from different chess piece designs, so every match feels unique. Chess4Two is completely free. No hidden costs, no subscriptions. Just pure chess fun anytime, anywhere. Download Chess4Two today and start your next game.
zChess
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zChess is an opening and tactic training app that teaches openings through interactive spaced repetition training sessions and chess puzzles. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://zchess.app/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: zChess at none against Chess4Two's shown. Chess4Two's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Chess4Two sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and zChess sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Chess4Two ships an update every 5 days, zChess every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Chess4Two | zChess |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Appnify GbR | Benjamin Zobrist |
In-app purchases
Chess4Two
- Block Style$0.99
- Sci-Fi Style$0.99
- Ad free$5.99
zChess
- Monthly Access$4.991 Month
- Yearly Access$49.991 Year
