249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Every iPhone needs a few good chess practice apps and games. We benchmark 249+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (5.8K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (798K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (5K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (15K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.9★ (1.8K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (13K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3.7K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (205K) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
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.
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.
Master chess strategy and openings with this app. Practice unlimited tactics, follow detailed lessons, and save your favorite openings. Create your own content and learn from a supportive community.
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.
Learn chess openings effectively with a science-backed system that uses real game data. Master your repertoire through spaced repetition and four distinct training modes. Solve tactics relevant to your chosen openings and track your progress for rapid improvement.
Master chess with engaging games and interactive lessons created by Grand Masters and the World Chess Champion. Learn fundamentals, openings, and endgames through bite-sized challenges and puzzles for all skill levels.
Sharpen your chess skills with a vast library of puzzles for all levels. Practice daily, offline, or track your progress with adaptive challenges. Analyze your moves with a built-in engine and customize your experience with various themes.
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.
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.
