Comparison

Chess vs Just Chess Puzzles

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

Head to head
About

Chess

This application offers a modern and accessible way to play and improve at chess for players of all skill levels. It features a clean interface and intuitive controls for a smooth, enjoyable gameplay experience focused on strategy and decision-making.

Highlights
  • Clean, modern design
  • Easy-to-use controls
  • Suitable for beginners and experienced players
  • Smooth and enjoyable gameplay
  • Skill development through practice
  • Focus on strategy and decision-making
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.

About

Just Chess Puzzles

Features
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20 free puzzles a day, forever. 100,000+ chess puzzles that work with zero internet. One purchase, $4.99, unlocks everything for good. No subscription accounts, ads, or push notifications. • Play it out: When you solve a puzzle, keep playing the position against the engine instead of stopping at the answer. • See the evaluation: A live eval bar shows how winning or losing each position really is. • Train your weak spots: Filters puzzles from a library of 20+ categories (checkmate, opening, middlegame, forks, pins, caro-kann, etc.) • Track everything: Full puzzle history and a rating graph, stored on your device. • Private by design: The app is fully offline. No account, no sign-up, no analytics, and no data leaves your phone. Having trouble? Please reach out to support@justchesspuzzles.com

Screenshots

Chess3 screens
Just Chess Puzzles4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chess at none against Just Chess Puzzles's 1. Just Chess Puzzles's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.2). 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. Just Chess Puzzles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Chess asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Chess versus Just Chess Puzzles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChessJust Chess Puzzles
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.216.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNimbus Cloud RangeClayton Marshall

In-app purchases

None

Chess

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Just Chess Puzzles

One-time1
  • Unlock everything$4.99

Questions

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

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