Comparison

ChessMovio vs FirstMoves

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

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About

ChessMovio

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Master Your Chess Openings with Spaced Repetition ChessMovio is a professional opening trainer for serious chess players. Import PGN files from your coach, build a comprehensive opening tree, and practice until every line becomes second nature. UNIFIED OPENING TREE All your opening lines in one place. ChessMovio merges your ideas, reference games, and personal games into a single navigable tree. - See which sources support each move - Filter by color and type (Ideas, Reference Games, My Games) - Navigate with full keyboard support - Automatic position deduplication across sources SMART PGN IMPORT Import your coach's analysis or famous games with ease. - Import individual files or entire folders recursively - Auto-detect types from filename patterns ([w], [b], [rg], [my]) - Preserve annotations and comments - Batch import hundreds of files in seconds EFFECTIVE WORKOUT MODE Train with spaced repetition - the science-backed memorization method. - Automatic opponent moves - focus on YOUR responses - Visual move hints when stuck - Track accuracy with session statistics - Add positions to training with one click SEAMLESS iCLOUD SYNC Your repertoire follows you everywhere. - Automatic sync between Mac and iOS - Start on Mac, continue on iPhone - No account required - uses your iCloud COMPLETE DATA CONTROL - Export entire database for backup - Import databases to restore or share - Local-first - works offline - No subscription — FREE to try DESIGNED FOR SERIOUS PLAYERS Built for club players, tournament competitors, and coached juniors. Whether preparing for a tournament or building long-term knowledge, ChessMovio helps you train smarter. Perfect for: - Junior players with a coach - Club players building repertoire - Tournament preparation - Anyone serious about openings FEATURES - Import PGN files and folders - Unified tree: ideas + reference + my games - Spaced repetition training - Auto opponent moves in workouts - iCloud sync (Mac and iOS) - Database export/import - Works offline - No subscription Download ChessMovio and transform how you learn chess openings.

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FirstMoves

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============================== Master chess openings and take your game to the next level with FirstMoves — the interactive chess opening trainer designed for players of all skill levels. LEARN OPENINGS THE RIGHT WAY Stop memorizing moves you don't understand. FirstMoves teaches you the "why" behind every move with clear explanations that help you remember and apply what you learn in real games. FEATURES • 50+ Chess Openings — From beginner-friendly openings like the Italian Game and London System to advanced lines like the Sicilian Najdorf and King's Indian Defense. • Interactive Lessons — Step through each opening move-by-move on a beautiful, responsive chessboard. See the position develop as you learn. • Move Explanations — Understand the purpose of every move. Learn the ideas, plans, and tactics behind each opening. • Progress Tracking — Track which openings you've studied and your mastery level. Pick up right where you left off. • Offline Mode (Premium) — Download openings and study anywhere, even without an internet connection. • Difficulty Levels — Openings are categorized as Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced so you can find the right challenge. OPENINGS INCLUDED White Openings: • Italian Game & Giuoco Piano • Ruy Lopez (Spanish Opening) • Queen's Gambit • London System • King's Indian Attack • English Opening • And many more... Black Defenses: • Sicilian Defense (multiple variations) • French Defense • Caro-Kann Defense • King's Indian Defense • Nimzo-Indian Defense • Dutch Defense • And many more... PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to Premium for unlimited access: • Unlimited study sessions (no daily limits) • Access to all 50+ openings • Offline mode — learn anywhere • Detailed analytics and progress tracking • Full move explanations for every line SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings Whether you're preparing for your first tournament or looking to expand your repertoire, FirstMoves helps you build a solid opening foundation. Download now and make your first moves count.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FirstMoves at 15.1 against ChessMovio's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. ChessMovio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FirstMoves sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 4 level
ChessMovio versus FirstMoves: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChessMovioFirstMoves
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeep IT ProJEFFREY ROBERT SANCHEZ

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ChessMovio

One-time1
  • ChessMovio Premium$9.99
2 purchases

FirstMoves

Subscriptions2
  • FirstMoves Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • FirstMoves Premium Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is ChessMovio free?
ChessMovio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FirstMoves free?
FirstMoves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ChessMovio or FirstMoves have ads?
Neither ChessMovio nor FirstMoves shows ads.

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