SoloChess vs BOTHMCB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SoloChess
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SoloChess is a calm single-player chess board game you can play fully offline without Ads. Practice tactics, solve puzzles, and improve your game anytime! No internet, No ads interruptions. NEW — Level up as you play! Earn XP from games and daily puzzles, and watch your chess companion evolve through 10 ranks, from a humble pawn all the way to a king. Privacy Policy: https://yeonji.dev/legal/solochess/privacy?name=SoloChess Terms of Use: https://yeonji.dev/legal/solochess/terms?name=SoloChess
BOTHMCB
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BLOOD ON THE HEAVY METAL CHESS BOARD BOTHMCB is a chess‑inspired puzzle where you decide how many moves it takes to recreate a 3×3 objective. Study the pattern, predict your moves, and transform your board using rotations, mirrors, and careful planning. The fewer tricks you rely on, the higher your final rank. In BOTHMCB you get to: • Analyze a 3×3 objective and predict your move count • Test your memory and precision as you recreate the pattern • Rotate, mirror, or replace objectives to shape each challenge • Push for higher ranks through efficiency and smart planning • Track your stats, streaks, and personal bests • Earn coins and unlock rewards in the Infernal Vault • Play with a heavy‑metal soundtrack and offline support Risk and Reward Running out of moves doesn’t always end your run. You can accept an Infernal Pact to continue your streak at the cost of a lower final rank, or spend coins earned through play (or optional rewarded ads) to buy reserve moves. Can you reach the highest rank without making a deal with Hell?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BOTHMCB at none against SoloChess's 2. BOTHMCB also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). SoloChess'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. SoloChess sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BOTHMCB asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | SoloChess | BOTHMCB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily | Daily |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | YEON JI LIM | FLORIN LICA |
In-app purchases
SoloChess
- SoloChess Pro Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- SoloChess Pro Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
BOTHMCB
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SoloChess free?
Is BOTHMCB free?
Do SoloChess or BOTHMCB have ads?
Which is updated more often, SoloChess or BOTHMCB?
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