Comparison

SoloChess vs BOTHMCB

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

Head to head
About

SoloChess

Features
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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

About

BOTHMCB

Features
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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?

Screenshots

SoloChess3 screens
BOTHMCB4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SoloChess sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BOTHMCB asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
SoloChess versus BOTHMCB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoloChessBOTHMCB
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDailyDaily
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB105 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperYEON JI LIMFLORIN LICA

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SoloChess

Subscriptions2
  • SoloChess Pro Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • SoloChess Pro Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
None

BOTHMCB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SoloChess free?
SoloChess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BOTHMCB free?
BOTHMCB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SoloChess or BOTHMCB have ads?
BOTHMCB shows ads; SoloChess does not.
Which is updated more often, SoloChess or BOTHMCB?
SoloChess ships an update daily, and BOTHMCB daily. Most recently, SoloChess was updated on October 31, 2026 and BOTHMCB on October 31, 2026.

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