Best Pgn Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

PGN Trainer is the household name in pgn, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Pgn Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1PGN Trainer: Chess OpeningsPGN Trainer: Chess OpeningsFree5.0★ (1)NoYesJun 2026
2SUPER CHESS BOARDSUPER CHESS BOARDFree2.0★ (3)NoYesMay 2026
3Chess2PGNChess2PGNFreeNoNoJul 2026
4Chess Studio LiteChess Studio LiteFree4.4★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
5OpeningTree - Chess OpeningsOpeningTree - Chess Openings$0.99 was $2.994.4★ (31)NoNoAug 2026
6PGN DinePGN DineFree5.0★ (3)NoNoAug 2026
7PGNijmegenPGNijmegenFreeNoNoAug 2026
8PGN en LíneaPGN en LíneaFreeNoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for 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.

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4
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
5
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
(31)
paid
6
PGN Dine
PGN Dine
PGN Dine
by Paragon Software Inc
Free

This app streamlines communication between food delivery services and drivers. It provides real-time order notifications, multi-order management, and delivery tracking with navigation. The system also includes cash collection management for various payment types.

Order assignment notificationsMulti-order handlingDelivery checkpoint updates
🍔 Food & Drink
(3)
free
7
PGNijmegen
PGNijmegen
PGNijmegen
by Protestantse gemeente te Nijmegen
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
8
PGN en Línea
PGN en Línea
PGN en Línea
by Procuraduria General de la Nacion
Free
💼 Business
(0)
9
中国象棋PGN阅读器
中国象棋PGN阅读器
中国象棋PGN阅读器
by 丽娜 夏
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
10
ShuTong
ShuTong
ShuTong
by 晓雨 台
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
Chess.com - Play and Learn
Chess.com - Play and Learn
Chess.com - Play and Learn
Online Lessons and Puzzles
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
(800K)
free with in-app purchases
12
PGN TV NETWORK
PGN TV NETWORK
PGN TV NETWORK
Prayzefest Gospel Network
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
13
Chessbook PGN Library
Chessbook PGN Library
Chessbook PGN Library
Openings & game notes
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
14
Jumper VPN: Secure Proxy
Jumper VPN: Secure Proxy
Jumper VPN: Secure Proxy
Fast Private WiFi Hotspot
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
Chess Board To PGN
Chess Board To PGN
Chess Board To PGN
Image to PGN, then to analysis
$0.99
🎮 Games
(0)
16
PurePGN - Chess Viewer
PurePGN - Chess Viewer
PurePGN - Chess Viewer
Offline PGN reader & database
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
17
Chess Opener Lite
Chess Opener Lite
Chess Opener Lite
Chess opening trainer
Free

Master chess openings with an interactive trainer and comprehensive database. Build and memorize your own repertoire, compare variations, and track your progress. Works offline and offers extensive opening exploration.

Chess opening tree with game statisticsEncyclopedia of Chess Openings (ECO)Build and edit opening repertoire
🎮 Games
(17)
free
18
CheSScan
CheSScan
CheSScan
Chess FEN and PGN Scanner
Free

This app helps chess players and coaches by scanning chess positions (FEN) and tournament game scoresheets (PGN). It allows for editing, analysis with a strong engine, and sharing games. Non-subscription users can scan and analyze but cannot save games.

FEN scanning of board positionsScoresheet scanning (PGN)Edit and setup chess positions
🔧 Utilities
(8)
free with in-app purchases
19
idChess – play and learn chess
idChess – play and learn chess
idChess – play and learn chess
Play chess online and offline!
Free

This app uses computer vision to recognize and digitize chess moves played on a physical board in real-time. It records games in standard notation, allowing for analysis and broadcasting. Turn any chessboard into a digital one for learning and sharing.

Real-time move recognitionDigitizes physical chess gamesSaves games in PGN and GIF formats
⚽ Sports
(15)
free with in-app purchases
20
Score Sheet Scanner
Score Sheet Scanner
Score Sheet Scanner
Your chess games, digitized.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Pgn

What are the best pgn apps & games for iPhone?
PGN Trainer: Chess Openings tops our pgn apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top pgn apps & games we rank are free to download, including PGN Trainer: Chess Openings and SUPER CHESS BOARD.
PGN Trainer: Chess Openings has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 249+ pgn apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
PGN Trainer is a chess application designed to help players build, organize, and master their opening repertoires. It offers tools for importing PGN files, creating custom lines, and training memory through spaced repetition.
PGN Trainer is available on iPhone and iPad devices. Your opening library syncs automatically across these devices, as well as Mac, allowing for seamless study and training.

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