Comparison

Chess2PGN vs Go 1988

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

Head to head
About

Chess2PGN

Instantly convert handwritten chess scoresheets into digital PGN files by simply taking a photo. Analyze games, discover tactics, and track your progress with this easy-to-use tool.

Highlights
  • Scan scoresheet to PGN
  • Auto-convert to PGN
  • Smart move correction
  • Engine analysis with tips
  • Save and organize games
  • Share PGN files
Features
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Chess2PGN helps players, parents, and coaches instantly convert handwritten chess scoresheets into clean, digital PGN files. Simply snap a photo and the app reconstructs the full game—no more struggling to read messy notation or replay moves by hand. Review your game with built-in analysis, discover mistakes and tactics, and get helpful coaching insights. Every game is saved in your personal library so you can track progress over time. Whether you’re a tournament player or a chess parent, Chess2PGN makes studying games fast, easy, and accurate. Features: • Scan a scoresheet and auto-convert to PGN • Game reconstruction with smart move correction • Engine analysis with tips and key moments • Save and organize your games in one place • Share PGN with coaches and friends • Works for kids, scholastic tournaments, and adults

About

Go 1988

Features
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Go 1988 is a minimalist take on the ancient game of Go (Baduk, Weiqi), styled after late-80s personal computer games. Play against a strong AI powered by KataGo, the open-source neural network engine, or pass the device for a friend match. FEATURES - Three board sizes: 5×5, 7×7, 9×9 - Play as Black or White against the AI - Two-player mode for local matches - Pass, Resign, Reset, Rematch - Capture counts and final scoring - Retro dark UI with monospaced typography - 100% on-device — no network, no accounts, no tracking CREDITS Powered by KataGo (MIT License). Neural network: b10c128 from the g170 training run. Made for players who want a quiet, focused game of Go.

Screenshots

Chess2PGN3 screens
Go 19883 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Chess2PGN at 15.1 against Go 1988's 17.0. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Chess2PGN versus Go 1988: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess2PGNGo 1988
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB12 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperTriet NguyenSungjun Kim

In-app purchases

None

Chess2PGN

No in-app purchases

None

Go 1988

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chess2PGN free?
Chess2PGN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Go 1988 free?
Go 1988 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chess2PGN or Go 1988 have ads?
Neither Chess2PGN nor Go 1988 shows ads.

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