Smart chess training assistant
Free · Designed for iPad · iOS 16.0 or later
Photo scanning transforms any chess position into instant analysis. Personalized micro-plans target your exact weaknesses. Daily challenges keep you sharp. This is chess training reimagined for serious improvement.
Claim your advantage and accelerate your chess mastery
Wagering requirements and minimum purchase amounts apply where indicated. Valid for new users only. Challenge packs expire according to stated validity periods. Full terms available in-app.
ChesStrick deploys machine learning algorithms to analyze every game you play, every position you scan, and every puzzle you solve. The AI identifies recurring tactical weaknesses specific to your play style—whether you're missing knight forks, overlooking backward pawns, or struggling with endgame technique. Unlike generic training apps, ChesStrick builds a dynamic profile of your chess understanding that evolves with every session.
Based on continuous performance analysis, the app generates personalized micro-plans: focused 7-day training cycles targeting your identified gaps. If the system detects weakness in pin recognition (solving only 45% of pin-based tactics), your micro-plan automatically emphasizes pin patterns through graded puzzles, annotated examples, and position drills. Plans recalibrate weekly as your skills improve, ensuring optimal challenge progression.
Point your iPad camera at any chess position from a book, screen, or physical board. ChesStrick's computer vision recognizes piece placement, validates legality, and instantly analyzes the position using a 3200+ Elo strength engine. You receive evaluation bars, best move suggestions, and can save positions to your notebook for later study. The photo scanning accuracy exceeds 97% in controlled lighting conditions.
AI tracks 47 distinct tactical patterns and 12 strategic concepts across your games. Error breakdown analytics reveal exactly where you lose points—hanging pieces (18% error rate), time pressure blunders (23%), or endgame inaccuracies (31%). Statistical clarity replaces guesswork in your improvement journey.
Monitor rating history across 7-day, monthly, and 3-month periods. Tactical performance metrics show puzzles solved, average difficulty rating, and accuracy trends. Concentration scores measure decision quality over time. All data visualized through clear graphs and color-coded progress indicators.
Fresh tactical positions delivered every 24 hours, calibrated to your current rating ±100 points. Challenges span opening traps, middlegame combinations, and endgame technique. Streak tracking encourages consistent practice—maintain a 30-day streak to unlock advanced difficulty modes and bonus analysis credits.
Transform physical positions into digital analysis in under 3 seconds. Scan from books, tournament boards, or monitors. Save positions with custom tags and notes. Access your scanned library organized by opening, theme, or date. Perfect for building a personalized position repertoire from study materials.
Weekly training cycles designed by AI analysis. Each plan includes 4-6 targeted exercises, 10-15 themed puzzles, and recommended study materials. Plans adapt based on completion rates and performance—if you ace pin tactics, the system advances to complex discovered attacks and deflection themes.
The app studies how you learn, not just what you learn. Some players improve faster through repetition (spaced practice), others through variety (mixed problem sets). ChesStrick identifies your learning style through the first 50 puzzles and adjusts training delivery accordingly—maximizing retention and minimizing plateaus.
Developer: THEODORE MOSS
Version: 2.0 (released March 2026)
Platform: Designed specifically for iPad to leverage larger screen for position analysis and multi-panel dashboard views
Update Frequency: Regular performance optimizations and bug fixes. Version 2.0 introduced enhanced photo scanning accuracy and optimized performance across all iPad models from iPad Air 4th generation onwards.
Free download for iPad. No account required to start training. AI analysis begins the moment you complete your first challenge. Install in under 60 seconds.
Download for iPadRequires iOS 16.0 or later · 19.1 MB · Age 4+ · Free with optional in-app purchases for premium analysis features