Orlando Magic Mobile vs Chess Match Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Orlando Magic Mobile
Get all your Orlando Magic news, live game updates, and exclusive content in one place. Easily manage tickets, receive custom notifications, and earn fan rewards. Stay connected to the team whether you're at the arena or on the go.
- Live game coverage with scores and play-by-play
- Exclusive team content and videos
- Mobile ticket purchasing and management
- Customizable score and news alerts
- Fan rewards program
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The official Orlando Magic app is your all-access pass to Magic basketball. Stay connected to the team with the latest news, game updates and exclusive content—all in one place. Features include: - Live Game Coverage – Follow scores, stats and play-by-play updates in real time. - Exclusive Content – Watch highlights, interviews and behind-the-scenes videos. - Tickets Made Easy – Buy, manage and scan tickets right from your phone. - Custom Notifications – Get alerts for scores, breaking news and special offers. - Fan Rewards – Earn badges & unlock rewards. Whether you’re at the arena or on the go, the Orlando Magic app keeps you closer to the action.
Chess Match Mobile
Connect with local chess players, discover tournaments, and join clubs. This app helps you build your chess network and find events near you. Customize your profile and stay updated on new matches.
- Find local chess tournaments and clubs
- Connect with other players via friend requests
- Register for and track upcoming matches
- Receive tournament announcements
- Customize player profiles
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Chess Match is the ultimate companion for chess players looking to connect, compete, and grow. Whether you’re a casual player or a tournament regular, Chess Match makes it easy to find nearby players, discover local events, and build your chess network. Key Features: - Explore local chess tournaments and clubs on an interactive map - Send and receive friend requests to grow your chess circle - Register for events and keep track of your upcoming matches - Get notified when new tournaments are announced near you - Customize your profile to showcase your experience and interests Built for the chess community, by the chess community—Chess Match helps you take your game beyond the board.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Chess Match Mobile at 5.0 against Orlando Magic Mobile's 4.2. Chess Match Mobile also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 44%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Orlando Magic Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (243 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Chess Match Mobile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Orlando Magic Mobile has 243 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Orlando Magic Mobile's written reviews are positive against 75% of Chess Match Mobile's.
Orlando Magic Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, Chess Match Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Orlando Magic Mobile | Chess Match Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (243 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.3% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 243 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 135 MB | 84 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Orlando Magic | CHESS MATCH LLC |
Customer experience
Orlando Magic Mobile
Chess Match Mobile
Bugs and requests
Orlando Magic Mobile
Reported bugs
43 issues- Creating account is difficult
- Editing profile not working
- Paid and it never linked up
- App is a poorly designed website
- Notifications lead to generic websites
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- App stops playing audio frequently
- Errors when opening tickets
- Errors when trying to sell or transfer tickets
- App doesn't refresh unless you log out and back in
- App is outdated
- Cannot stream magic games on radio in area
- Wastes battery
- Barcode won't view for food purchase
- Schedule has home/away switched
- Cannot access app, 403 error
- Crashes every time checking game flow
- App is unusable
- Icons no longer show up
- Cannot use order to table feature
- Constant errors and no testing of new versions
- App is constantly beta
- Unable to sell tickets
- No barcode for ticket
- Doesn't work, server not responding
- Error message when listing tickets
- App stops working near end of game
- App requires update and then loops
- Unable to upgrade app
- 'Gamble for more rewards' not worth it
- Live game stats are laggy
- Return seat feature does not work
- Application freezes a lot
- Return tickets feature has become useless
- Cannot turn in or exchange tickets
- Phone updates make it not work
- Lost sale of tickets due to app bug
- Login issues with Ticketmaster account
- Videos play in low resolution
- Inconsistent performance
- App crashes frequently
- App is slow and ugly
- Error message near or in Amway
- Cannot buy tickets day of game
Requested features
11 requests- Allow sharing tickets through iOS Wallet
- Add game recaps
- Support Apple Pay for mobile payments
- Add players' hometown and college to roster
- Lower prices on upgrade seats as game progresses
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- Do not force updates on game day
- Make Magic Money usage similar to Starbucks app
- Allow merchandise purchase with Magic Money
- Improve video resolution in fullscreen
- Easier navigation
- Dark mode option
Chess Match Mobile
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Orlando Magic Mobile
No in-app purchases
Chess Match Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
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