Lichess
Strategy · Free · 4.1 out of 5 from 655 ratings
Free, open-source chess platform with real-time multiplayer, puzzles, tournaments, and zero ads.
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GenreStrategy
PriceFree
Difficultyvariable
Ad intensitynone
In-app-purchase pressurenone
Typical sessionvariable
DeveloperLICHESS.ORG
Rating4.1 out of 5 from 655 ratings
What players like
- 100% free with no ads
- Open-source and volunteer-supported
- Massive player base for instant matchmaking
- Rich features: puzzles, tournaments, analysis, broadcasts
- Works offline for puzzle solving
Common complaints
- New app version introduced matchmaking/search delays
- Frequent cheating and inadequate reporting mechanisms
- Login authentication broken in new version
- App crashes during puzzle streaks
- Interface regressions: lost premove, cramped analysis board, display bugs
What real reviews say
★ Scam Want to play chess? Play in person.
★ Bad UI it’s very confusing to read after a game is over that who won. why not just tell by profile name or You won/you lost with a simple animation
★★★★★ Great update The new customization options are great. Highly recommend donating to this non profit if you can spare a few bucks. The game analysis is literally what you get with other paid chess apps.
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Data: Apple App Store, as of 2026-10-08. Last updated 2026-10-08.