Best Chess Pgn Apps & Games

230+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

Finding the right chess pgn apps and games can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 230+ apps and games to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Chess Pgn Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Chess Scanner - DigitizerChess Scanner - DigitizerFree4.0★ (18)NoYesJul 2026
2SUPER CHESS BOARDSUPER CHESS BOARDFree2.0★ (3)NoYesMay 2026
3Chess2PGNChess2PGNFreeNoNoJul 2026
4Chessify - Magic Chess ToolsChessify - Magic Chess ToolsFree4.4★ (393)YesYesJul 2026
5Chess Studio LiteChess Studio LiteFree4.4★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
6ChessUpChessUpFree4.8★ (2.1K)NoNoJul 2026
7Chess Tiger ProChess Tiger Pro$9.99 was $14.994.9★ (23K)NoYesJul 2026
8Chessable: Study Chess SmarterChessable: Study Chess SmarterFree4.8★ (5.8K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Chess Pgn

SUPER CHESS BOARD#2

SUPER CHESS BOARD by 丽娜 夏

View and Create PGN files
Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
2.0(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This application allows users to view and create chess games in PGN format, visualizing moves from notation. It includes a training mode for memory testing and the ability to add comments and variations to games. Users can also import and review openings.

More Chess Pgn apps to explore

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Chessify - Magic Chess Tools
Chessify - Magic Chess Tools
Chessify - Magic Chess Tools
Chessboard Scanner & Analysis
Free

This app offers advanced chess analysis tools, including a real-time chessboard scanner, powerful cloud-based engines, and a unique video finder. Analyze games, puzzles, and learn chess theory with comprehensive features for players of all levels.

Real chessboard scannerSuperfast cloud chess engine analysisVideo finder for chess positions
🎮 Games
(393)
free with in-app purchases
5
Chess Studio Lite
Chess Studio Lite
Chess Studio Lite
For Serious Chess Players!!
Free

Manage and analyze chess games and databases in PGN format. Study openings, practice against engines, and solve puzzles with advanced analysis tools. Supports multiple devices and cloud storage integration.

PGN database managementGame analysis with Stockfish 18Opening book creation and import
🎮 Games
(11)
free
6
ChessUp
ChessUp
ChessUp
Level Up Your Chess Game
Free

This app enhances your chess experience with a smart chessboard. It offers game archives, analysis, and live AI assistance. Connect to play remote opponents on various platforms.

Chess game archivesGame analysisLive AI assistance
🎮 Games
(2.1K)
free
7
Chess Tiger Pro
Chess Tiger Pro
Chess Tiger Pro
Learn, play, improve!
$9.99
$14.99 | 33% OFF

Master chess with interactive lessons and Grandmaster-level move suggestions. Learn rules effortlessly, play real games, and analyze your performance with detailed feedback. Suitable for beginners and experts alike, this ad-free app helps you improve your game at your own pace.

Ad-free learning experienceIntroductory chess lessons for beginnersGrandmaster-level move suggestions
🎮 Games
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Openings, Tactics & Endgames!
Free

Master chess openings, tactics, and endgames with a science-backed system. Learn from top players and retain moves through spaced repetition. Track your progress and join a community of players improving their game.

Spaced repetition system1,000+ chess coursesLearn from top players
📚 Education
(5.8K)
freemium
9
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Board game and Puzzle learning
Free

Engage in online and offline chess matches with millions of players worldwide. Improve your skills through interactive lessons, over 500,000 puzzles, and powerful AI opponents. Compete in tournaments and explore various chess variants.

Online multiplayer chessOffline play against AIExtensive puzzle library
🎮 Games
(790K)
free with in-app purchases
10
OpeningTree - Chess Openings
OpeningTree - Chess Openings
OpeningTree - Chess Openings
Analyze Chess Moves and Games
$0.99
$2.99 | 67% OFF

Explore chess openings with an extensive opening book and engine analysis. Analyze your games, create custom lines, and study moves from high-rated players. Accessible for visually impaired users.

Extensive opening bookCrafty engine analysisLoad and analyze PGN games
🎮 Games
(30)
paid
11
Chess-Studio
Chess-Studio
Chess-Studio
For Serious Chess Players!!
$3.99

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.

PGN database and game managementCreate, modify, and import gamesAdvanced engine analysis with Stockfish
🎮 Games
(114)
free with in-app purchases
12
Chess
Chess
Chess
Play Chess and Solve Puzzles
Free

Engage in the classic game of chess with customizable graphics and multiple difficulty levels. Play against AI or a friend, with features like move undo, hints, and time controls. Enjoy a rich chess experience with detailed game history and board customization.

HD graphics5 difficulty levelsHint option
🎮 Games
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
13
3D Chess Game
3D Chess Game
3D Chess Game
by A Trillion Games Ltd
Free

Experience chess in a realistic 3D environment with customizable boards and sets. Challenge yourself with 25 difficulty levels, analyze games move-by-move, and track your progress with detailed statistics. Perfect for both beginners and experienced players.

Realistic 3D graphics and animations25 adjustable AI difficulty levelsCustomizable chess sets and boards
🎮 Games
(3.5K)
ad-supported
14
Pocket Chess
Pocket Chess
Pocket Chess
Chess Puzzles
Free

Enhance your chess skills with hundreds of challenging chess problems and puzzles. This app focuses on simplified boards to help you quickly recognize chess patterns and improve your game.

Hundreds of chess problemsCheckmate in 2 and 4 puzzlesSimplified boards for pattern recognition
🎮 Games
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Chess without ads
Chess without ads
Chess without ads
Learn, play, improve!
Free

Learn and play chess without distractions. This app offers guided lessons for beginners and advanced analysis for experts, helping you improve your game with intelligent suggestions and post-game reviews. Play offline and enjoy a seamless, ad-free experience.

Ad-free learning and playIntroductory lessons for beginnersGrandmaster move suggestions
🎮 Games
(38K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Chess ∙
Chess ∙
Chess ∙
by Optime Software LLC
Free

Experience a visually appealing and engaging chess game on your iPhone and iPod Touch. Play against friends or a customizable AI opponent with features like undo and automatic saving. Enjoy a free, ad-supported experience.

1 and 2 player gameplayChallenging computer opponentGreat graphics and sound
🎮 Games
(193K)
ad-supported
17
Chess - Free
Chess - Free
Chess - Free
by 况 郭
Free

Engage in classic chess with a feature-rich application. Play against AI across ten difficulty levels, challenge friends locally or online, and hone your skills with thousands of puzzles. Customize your experience with various board and piece styles.

Play against AI or friends10 difficulty levelsOnline and LAN multiplayer
🎮 Games
(75)
free with in-app purchases
18
Chess Online +
Chess Online +
Chess Online +
Play online chess game!
Free

Engage in online chess matches with a global community of players. Offers various time controls, rated games, and computer opponents. Improve your skills with learning tools and puzzles.

Global multiplayer chess communityMultiple time control optionsRated games and statistics
🎮 Games
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
19
SocialChess • Online Chess
SocialChess • Online Chess
SocialChess • Online Chess
Play Friends, Learn, No Ads!
Free

Engage in online chess matches with friends or strangers, featuring both timed and correspondence game modes. Enjoy a clean interface with no ads, advanced features, and detailed game statistics. Play offline and sync later, with options to expand game limits via in-app purchase.

Online chess matchesTimed and correspondence gamesNo advertisements
🎮 Games
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Chess Royale
Chess Royale
Chess Royale
Play with Friends, Learn & Win
Free

Engage in the classic game of chess with millions worldwide. This app offers AI challenges, multiplayer matches, and extensive training tools including puzzles and post-game analysis to improve your strategic skills.

Play against AIMultiplayer matchesChess puzzles
🎮 Games
(20K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Chess Pgn

What are the best chess pgn apps & games for iPhone?
Chess Scanner - Digitizer tops our chess pgn apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 18 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top chess pgn apps & games we rank are free to download, including Chess Scanner - Digitizer and SUPER CHESS BOARD.
Chess Scanner - Digitizer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 230+ chess pgn apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Chess Scanner extracts text from scanned score sheets to generate game moves. It then presents an overview of the score sheet with the generated moves, allowing for corrections.
Yes, you can easily correct moves using move suggestions provided by the app. These suggestions are probability-based and can be filtered by piece.