Notation Chess vs Chess Learners' Academy

Play notation-first chess on the go, directly from your Apple Watch. Notation Chess is designed for players who want to practice visualization and play without relying on a full board view. Choose your color and difficulty, select moves using standard chess notation, and review your move history as the game progresses. The app is powered by the lightweight Chal chess engine, with adjustable search depth and move variety settings. When you need a quick visual reference, use Peek at Board to check the current position. You can also undo moves and start a new game at any time. Features - Play chess on the go from Apple Watch - Practice using standard chess notation - Powered by the Chal chess engine - Choose your color and difficulty level - Review the complete move history - Peek at the board when needed - Undo moves - Adjust engine search depth and move variety

Chess Academy is a complete chess companion for every level. Face computer opponents at any strength from total beginner to grandmaster, sharpen your tactics with 1,100 rating-banded puzzles (mate-in-1 to grandmaster-level mate-in-5), and learn the game through interactive lessons on every piece, common openings, and core strategy. • Opponents at every ELO (100–3000) • 1,100 puzzles across 11 difficulty bands — 100 each • Interactive tutorials: pieces, openings, tactics, and strategy • Adaptive single-player tournament that finds your true level • Play friends over Game Center or your local Wi-Fi (LAN) • Works fully offline • 100% free — no ads, no paywall. Optional tips if you'd like to support development.