Games Like Chessmaster for iPadSimilar Chess Games like Chessmaster

Chessmaster is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best iPad alternative is Lichess, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Chessmaster and 13 are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to Chessmaster are Chess.com, Take!, Shredder Chess and Chess Meister.

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  1. Lichess icon

    Lichess

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    Lichess is the most complete chess experience, with a simple interface that focuses on the game, a massive array of game related tools and a huge, worldwide community.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    lichess is web based "app" mainly to play online and solve some puzzles. Chessmaster series was a chess program series which included lectures learning chess playing with computer of various strenghts, had nice enviroment for kids etc. its like comparing say google maps and say sim city game

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    • Lichess is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Chessmaster.

    • Lichess is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Chessmaster.

    • Lichess is Free and Open SourceChessmaster is Paid and Proprietary
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    Chess.com

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    Chess platform offering free online play, real-time and correspondence formats, 65,000+ adaptive puzzles, Grandmaster lessons, analysis tools, opening explorer, customizable themes, detailed statistics, daily articles, and global social interaction.

    56 Chess.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
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  4. Take! icon

    Take!

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    Capture matching pieces to reach the golden king.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  5. Shredder Chess icon

    Shredder Chess

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    The Shredder chess programs by Stefan Meyer-Kahlen provide a game playing and analysis tool for everybody and are accepted as one of the best chess programs of the world. Since 1996 Shredder has won thirteen titles as World Computer Chess Champion which makes Shredder the most...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Java Mobile
    • iPad
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    • Shredder Chess is the most popular commercial alternative to Chessmaster.

    • Shredder Chess is Paid and ProprietaryChessmaster is also Paid and Proprietary
  6. Chess Meister icon

    Chess Meister

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    Chess Meister provides a simple and beautiful interface for playing chess. Share the board with another player, and the pieces turn to face the player whose turn it is for lively two-player action.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPad
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  7. Pure Chess icon

    Pure Chess

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    Experience one of the oldest known boardgames on the advanced technology of today. With ultra-realistic and unparalleled beautiful visuals you can almost reach out and touch the pieces. Created under the watchful eye of a fully-fledged Grandmaster; Pure Chess allows players to...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  9. Imperial Chess icon

    Imperial Chess

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    Play against 8 of the best chess engines, including Stockfish 15 , Leela Chess Zero and Maia.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  10. SparkChess icon

    SparkChess

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    Play, learn and have fun with a free online chess game designed for everyone, regardless of their level. Improve your skills with various AI opponents or challenge your friends in multiplayer!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    SkillGamesBoard

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    SkillGamesBoard.com offers a perfect opportunity to play free skill and board games like chess, checkers, reversi, and go against your friends online or other players worldwide. Get free access to these games at any time: start playing on your PC or notebook and continue on your...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. Chess Royale icon

    Chess Royale

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    Where Strategy Meets Digital: Dive into the Ultimate Chess Experience. Engage with Millions, Learn from Grandmasters, and Elevate Your Game in a Vibrant Online Community.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Facebook
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  13. Dr. Chess icon

    Dr. Chess

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    Chess is a two-player strategy board game played on a chessboard, a checkered gameboard with 64 squares arranged in an eight-by-eight grid. It is one of the world's most popular games, played by millions of people worldwide in homes, parks, clubs, online, by correspondence...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  14. Chessmate icon

    Chessmate

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    Chessmate allows anyone to dive into a game of chess. Whether you’re a beginner (yes, I’m talking about you) or a pro (hmm, debatable), the variety of game modes will challenge you with its witty AI. Play solo, or play against a friend (or against yourself if you don’t have...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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