Learn chess online: the best apps and websites
Chess is the most popular board game in Europe. In this practical tip we show you the best apps and websites to learn the strategic board game online.
Learn chess online: Popular websites for the browser
There are various recommended websites that explain the rules for chess, give beginners tips and also teach professional moves. These are the most popular sites and communities with the most members.
- Schach.de: Schach.de is a German website on which you can simply learn chess and compete against a computer. In addition, there is an app for Android from the same provider so that you can also learn chess on your smartphone.
- Chess.com : Here you can not only learn chess and play against the computer, but also against friends and random opponents. With over 25 million members, chess.com is the most successful online chess website.
- Lichess.org : You can also learn and play chess on Lichess. It makes no difference whether you already know the basics or are a beginner. Here you can learn any techniques from the start.
- Chess24.com : On this website you can play, take courses and also buy video courses in which important steps are explained.
- ChessClub.com : On this English site you can also learn, play and take courses. The website is suitable for both beginners and professionals. You will also find the community with most of the grandmasters of chess here.
Learn chess in apps on mobile devices
There are chess learning programs and websites not only for the PC. There are many different apps that are available for both Android and iOS. The following apps are a good choice.
- Playing and learning chess : The Chess.com mobile app (see above) allows you to learn chess on the go. The app is available for Android and iOS and is free of charge.
- Play Magnus : This app lets you play against the current chess world champion Magnus Carlsen. The app itself is free, but the lessons have to be purchased individually. Nonetheless, the app is one of the most successful and top rated apps in its category. It is also available for Android and iOS.
- Magnus Trainer : This app also comes from the developers of Play Magnus and is used exclusively for training chess. In individual steps you can learn chess and improve your skills.
All content is unlocked with a subscription. The app is available for Android and iOS. - Other apps for iOS and Android allow great fun if you already know the rules. With Chezz for iPhone and iPad or MaterialChess for Android, you always have an app on the go to play chess for free.
Free chess programs: Play chess for free
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