# Xiangqi vs Marshal Chess

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Marshal Chess at none against Xiangqi's 1. Marshal Chess also leads on ads (none vs shown). Xiangqi's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Xiangqi sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Marshal Chess asks for nothing beyond the download.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Xiangqi | Marshal Chess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marshal-chess/id6794870296/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 80 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobpage Holdings Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1030700440) | [SANOINV INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6785599992) |

## What reviewers say

### Xiangqi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xiangqi-three-kingdoms-war/id6793370095)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | per month |


### Marshal Chess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marshal-chess/id6794870296)

This app offers a focused Chinese Chess (Xiangqi) experience with multiple game modes including adaptive AI coaching, traditional AI matches, and unique puzzle challenges. It features local multiplayer options and tools for studying real-world games, all within a clean, ad-free interface.

**Highlights:** Adaptive AI coaching, AI matches with difficulty levels, Jieqi (Hidden Chess) mode, Endgame Puzzles, Nearby Duel (local multiplayer), Game Study with board recognition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Xiangqi free?

Xiangqi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Marshal Chess free?

Marshal Chess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Xiangqi or Marshal Chess have ads?

Xiangqi shows ads; Marshal Chess does not.

### Which is updated more often, Xiangqi or Marshal Chess?

Xiangqi ships an update every 3 days, and Marshal Chess every 3 days. Most recently, Xiangqi was updated on October 31, 2026 and Marshal Chess on October 31, 2026.

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