Enhance your chess skills with interactive lessons and challenging puzzles based on a renowned chess trainer's textbook. The app provides hints, explanations, and computer play for any position to help you master tactical tricks and combinations.





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Manual of Chess Combinations is the household name in manual of chess combinations, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
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| 1 | Free | 4.9★ (58) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | ||
| 2 | Free | 4.7★ (39K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | ||
| 3 | $9.99 | 4.9★ (24K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | ||
| 4 | $9.99 | 4.7★ (5.2K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | ||
| 5 | Free | 4.6★ (364) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | ||
| 6 | Free | 4.7★ (89) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | ||
| 7 | $7.99 | 4.7★ (251) | No | No | Aug 2026 | ||
| 8 | $0.99 | 4.6★ (77) | No | No | Sep 2026 |





Enhance your chess skills with interactive lessons and challenging puzzles based on a renowned chess trainer's textbook. The app provides hints, explanations, and computer play for any position to help you master tactical tricks and combinations.





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.






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.