FAQ

Note: If you already own tChess and you have a question about how to use it, please visit the FAQ for owners.


Question: What's the difference between tChess Lite and tChess Pro?

tChess Lite has everything you need to play a fun game of chess, either against the computer or against another person.

tChess Pro provides a stronger computer opponent, and all the features you need to turn your iOS device into a serious tool for chess analysis.


Question: Is tChess Lite's computer opponent strong enough for me?

tChess Lite is limited to 1200 Elo. It's competitive with a strong casual player, but weaker than the median club player.


Question: Does tChess Pro have an Elo rating? What is it?

tChess Pro's computer opponent can be set to any rating between 500 and 2500 Elo.

(Note: tChess's rating system was calibrated by playing casual games against USCF-rated players.)

tChess Pro can play stronger than 2500 Elo if you set it to think for a specific number of seconds per move. The more time you give it, the stronger it will play.