PP Chess vs 单机象棋
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PP Chess
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[App Description] PPChess is a smart assistant and learning app specially designed for Chinese chess enthusiasts. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or a seasoned player, PPChess leverages powerful AI computation and convenient notation tools to act as your personal “grandmaster” coach. [Core Features] Smart Board Recognition Powered by advanced YOLO image recognition technology, the app can quickly identify standard chessboards and accurately parse endgames and layouts from various Chinese chess apps. Skip the tedious manual setup and get the best move with just one tap. Powerful AI Analysis Built-in high-level Chinese chess AI engine. When you encounter difficult positions, the AI provides precise move suggestions, position evaluations, and multi-line variation analysis. With “line connection” analysis, it highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each move in real time, helping you clearly understand the flow of the game. Professional Notation & Review Supports import and export of mainstream formats (XQF, FEN). You can save your games anytime, review them with notation tools, add comments and insights, and build your own personal game database. Endgame Challenges & Training A rich collection of classic endgames and tactical exercises, combined with AI hints, helps improve your calculation skills and overall strategic understanding. [Use Cases] Analyze brilliant and weak moves in real time while watching expert games Review your own matches to identify mistakes Study classic games or input records from books [Disclaimer] This app is intended to help users improve their Chinese chess skills and analytical abilities. Please use it in compliance with the rules of each platform and promote fair play. End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
单机象棋
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这是一款专中国象棋单机应用,集成了从入门到精通的全方位对弈体验,并深度融合了中国象棋的文化底蕴。无论你是初窥门径的新手,还是久经沙场的高手,都能在这里找到属于你的乐趣。 五个精心设计的难度等级,满足不同阶段棋手的需求: - 初出茅庐 (Level 1): 适合完全的新手,轻松上手。 - 小试牛刀 (Level 2): 稍微需要思考,练习基本杀法。 - 略有小成 (Level 3): 中等难度,考验大局观。 - 融会贯通 (Level 4): 高手过招,步步为营。 - 登峰造极 (Level 5): 挑战极限算力,神之一手。
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The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 单机象棋 at none against PP Chess's 1. 单机象棋 also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 15.6). PP Chess's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. PP Chess sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 单机象棋 asks for nothing beyond the download.
PP Chess ships an update every 6 days, 单机象棋 weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PP Chess | 单机象棋 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 110 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | 上海皮皮象限网络有限公司 | 志鹏 郎 |
In-app purchases
PP Chess
- 永久会员(App 内购买)$19.99
单机象棋
No in-app purchases





