Chessboard vs Cube Chess
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Chessboard
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Chessboard is a simple chess app for two players to play chess together. Play without ads, without an account, and without public matchmaking. Enjoy classic chess anytime โ offline on one device or online by inviting each other. The chess app allows only legal moves and supports all important chess rules, including castling, en passant, and pawn promotion. It also includes Antichess, where captures are mandatory and the goal is to lose all pieces or have no legal moves. Ideal for beginners, kids, and experienced players who want to play together. CHESS ON ONE DEVICE Play chess with two people on a single device โ a classic chess experience without a physical board. Perfect as travel chess, for on the go, at a cafรฉ, or at home โ no physical chessboard or pieces needed. CHESS ON TWO DEVICES Connect two devices and play chess on separate screens. The connection works by invitation, for example via an invite link you share once using a messenger or another method. After that, you can invite each other directly from within the app without having to resend the link every time. An internet connection is required. Suitable for games in the same room or over longer distances. GAME PROGRESS The current chess game is saved automatically. All moves remain visible, and the game can be continued at any time. FAQ Is this chess app suitable for kids? Yes, the app is kid-friendly and easy to use. Is there a computer opponent or chess AI? No. Chessboard focuses exclusively on games between two people you choose to play with โ there are no random opponents or public matches. Does the chess app require internet access? Only for playing on two devices. Playing on one device works completely offline. Are there ads or registration? No. No ads, no login, no account.
Cube Chess
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Chess that also grows upward. Cube Chess brings Raumschach โ a 5x5x5, 125-square variant played on five stacked boards โ to your phone. Pieces move forward, sideways, and up and down. The check you never saw coming arrives from below. That surprise is the whole game. โ Prof. Mono teaches you An interactive tutorial covers everything from the rules to thinking in three dimensions. New to chess? Bad with spatial puzzles? You'll be fine. โ The Challenge Tower โ seven keepers Seven opponents with distinct personalities: the aggressor, the wall, the trickster. Climb one floor at a time through a story mode. โ Get a little stronger every day Daily mate puzzles, a 12-step learning ladder, a three-strike Puzzle Rush, and forced-mate problems in two difficulty tiers. โ A level that fits you Three AI strengths plus material handicaps, so your first win is never out of reach. โ A quiet cosmos to think in Seven glass-and-starlight themes, unlocked as you play. Everything runs offline. No account, no connection required. Available in 12 languages. Test the depth of your reading in a quiet cosmos.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Chessboard at none against Cube Chess's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Chessboard ships an update every 4 days, Cube Chess every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Chessboard | Cube Chess |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 3 days โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthias Juengel | Kamineko |
In-app purchases
Chessboard
No in-app purchases
Cube Chess
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Chessboard free?
Is Cube Chess free?
Do Chessboard or Cube Chess have ads?
Which is updated more often, Chessboard or Cube Chess?
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