# Nimtastic vs Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

The clearest difference is rating: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf at 4.8 against Nimtastic's 4.0. Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (27K vs 8). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nimtastic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf has 27K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Nimtastic's written reviews are positive against 82% of Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf's.

Nimtastic ships an update every 14 months, Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nimtastic | Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nimtastic/id938327160/reviews) | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chess-with-dr-wolf/id1353041020/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **27K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **81.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#99** |
| Size | 6 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stewart Lynch](https://appshunter.io/developer/428795637) | [Chess.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/329218552) |

## What reviewers say

### Nimtastic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nimtastic/id938327160)

Master the classic mathematical game of strategy. Learn to win by taking turns removing objects from distinct heaps. Impress your friends with your newfound strategic prowess.

**Highlights:** Mathematical strategy game, Turn-based gameplay, Object removal from heaps, Learn winning strategies, Impress friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chess-with-dr-wolf/id1353041020)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Grossing · Board, #182 Top Free · Strategy (US App Store)

This app provides personalized chess coaching with an AI companion who explains moves, identifies mistakes, and offers interactive lessons. It caters to beginners and intermediate players with a comprehensive curriculum and adaptive difficulty.

**Highlights:** Personalized AI coaching, Audible explanations of moves, Over 50 interactive lessons, Mistake correction and analysis, Adaptive difficulty levels, Multiple coach personalities

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Individual | $5.99 | per month |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Individual | $39.99 | per year |
| Dr. Wolf Coaching - Family | $49.99 | per year |
| 30 Days of Coaching | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well-thought-out app
- 🚀 Great teaching tool
- 🤖 Friendly and encouraging AI coach
- 💡 Unique interface and gameplay
- 🎓 Helpful lessons and training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect move suggestions
- 🤔 Lack of explanations for best moves
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🤖 AI can play suboptimally at times
- 🔍 Limited visibility of captured pieces

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing when switching between apps
- Subscription status not syncing across devices

**Requested features**

- More detailed explanations for suggested moves
- Additional difficulty levels between beginner and expert
- Ability to practice specific openings
- Option to review full game history
- Accessibility features for visually impaired users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nimtastic free?

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

### Is Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf free?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Nimtastic or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf?

Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf is rated higher. Nimtastic averages 4.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf averages 4.8 from 27K ratings.

### Do Nimtastic or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf have ads?

Neither Nimtastic nor Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nimtastic or Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf?

Nimtastic ships an update every 14 months, and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf fortnightly. Most recently, Nimtastic was updated on October 24, 2026 and Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*