# Chess vs Chessimo 2.0

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Chess at 92% against Chessimo 2.0's 44%. Chess also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Chessimo 2.0's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Chessimo 2.0 is free to download; Chess costs $3.99 up front. Chess sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Chessimo 2.0 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Chess holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 118 and 57 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Chess's written reviews are positive against 44% of Chessimo 2.0's.

Chess ships an update fortnightly, Chessimo 2.0 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chess | Chessimo 2.0 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-studio/id684224545/reviews)** | [4.2 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessimo-20/id960842536/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **118** | 57 |
| Positive reviews | **92.0% of reviews** | 43.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 237 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Giordano Vicoli](https://appshunter.io/developer/460922805) | [8 x 8 Media AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/480983127) |

## What reviewers say

### Chess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-studio/id684224545)

Manage and study chess databases and games in PGN format with advanced analysis tools. Supports game creation, modification, and import from various sources. Includes engine analysis, opening book management, and puzzle training.

**Highlights:** PGN database and game management, Create, modify, and import games, Advanced engine analysis with Stockfish, Opening book and ChessBase support, Chess 960 (Fischer Random) support, Diagram recognition for PGN conversion, Puzzle training and online play

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $8.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Powerful chess database features
- 👍 Comprehensive analysis tools
- 👍 Excellent PGN management
- 👍 Great value for price
- 👍 Frequent updates and improvements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Steep learning curve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🐛 Unintuitive interface
- 🐛 Some users find it confusing
- 🐛 Missing dark mode

**Reported bugs**

- Problem saving updated game data
- Engine stopped working after 30 seconds
- App crashes when adding annotations without hitting 'edit mode' first
- Crash opening .pgn in landscape mode
- Crashes when selecting a cell with 0 games associated

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode
- Add board flip button
- Improve interface for screen reader users
- Add private game feature with code
- Add computer whole game analysis with annotations


### Chessimo 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessimo-20/id960842536)

Master the game of chess with unlimited free games, over 150,000 tactics puzzles, interactive lessons, and a strong computer opponent. This app offers a unique end-to-end training experience, allowing you to practice puzzles and then immediately apply your skills against AI. Improve your rating and unlock your potential as a chess player.

**Highlights:** 150,000+ tactics puzzles, Interactive lessons and videos, Play against computer opponent, Game analysis, Opening explorer, Performance stats

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Activation of all Tactics Units | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activation of all Strategy Units | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activation of all Endgame Units | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activation of all opening variations | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activation of all Commented Engame-Units | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activate all Train exercises | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chess free?

Chess costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Chessimo 2.0 free?

Chessimo 2.0 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Chess or Chessimo 2.0?

Chess is rated higher. Chess averages 4.7 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while Chessimo 2.0 averages 4.2 from 57 ratings.

### Do Chess or Chessimo 2.0 have ads?

Neither Chess nor Chessimo 2.0 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chess or Chessimo 2.0?

Chess ships an update fortnightly, and Chessimo 2.0 every 2 months. Most recently, Chess was updated on October 14, 2026 and Chessimo 2.0 on September 28, 2026.

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