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Best Chess Learning Apps in 2026

Chess learning apps can cover structured lessons, tactics and puzzles, game analysis, training modes, and opening practice. This list is for players choosing a way to study chess on a budget.

  1. 1

    Aimchess

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.9 Free plan · paid from $4.85/mo (annual) Visit site
  2. 2

    Chessable

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    6.7 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    Chess.com

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.5 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  4. 4

    Chess Endings

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.3 Free plan · paid from €39 Visit site
  5. 5

    Jam Pad

    Free plan Android

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    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    ChessKid

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Bichess

    Free plan Web
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $4.99/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Brass Pawn

    Free plan iPhoneMac
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $3.99/mo Visit site
  9. 9

    Chessbrix

    Free plan iPhone
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $19.99 Visit site
  10. 10

    ChessPuzzle.net

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    chesstactics

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.0 Free plan · paid from €59 Visit site
  12. 12

    Disco Chess

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.0 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  13. 13

    Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    ChessPM

    Free plan WebWindows
    5.9 Free plan · paid from €22/mo (annual) · 21-day trial Visit site
  15. 15

    ChessProgress

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan · paid from $5.89/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  16. 16

    Chess Tempo

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  17. 17

    Lichess

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  18. 18

    Chess Tactics & Lessons

    Free plan iPhone
    5.6 Free plan Visit site
  19. 19

    Knight School

    Free plan Web
    5.5 Free plan · paid from $9.99/mo Visit site
  20. 20

    Reflex Chess

    Free plan Web
    5.4 Free plan Visit site
  21. 21

    tabasa

    Free plan iPhone
    5.4 Free plan Visit site
  22. 22

    Chessity

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.8 From €6.25/mo (annual) · 21-day trial Visit site
  23. 23

    Chess King Learn

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    4.7 Visit site
  24. 24

    BoldChess Trainer

    Paid Android
    4.5 Visit site
  25. 25

    ChessMood

    Paid Web
    4.5 From $79/mo (annual) Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare whether a free plan is available, what paid access starts at, and whether a trial is offered. Check platform support across web, iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows, plus the licence if reading or changing code matters.

Questions

Are free chess learning plans available?

Yes. A free plan is offered by items in this category, while other access uses paid plans or trials.

Which platforms can these apps run on?

The listed platforms are web, iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. Platform support varies by app.

Do chess learning apps offer trials?

Trial terms vary. Listed examples include 7-day and 21-day trials; check billing details before starting.

What study features can I compare?

Compare structured lessons, tactics and puzzles, game analysis, training modes, mobile apps, and opening training.

What prices can paid access start at?

Listed starting prices include $3.99/mo, $4.85/mo, $4.99/mo, €6.25/mo, €39, and $19.99, depending on the app and billing period.

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