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Head-to-head · Chess Learning Apps

Lichess vs Aimchess

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Lichess #3 in Chess Learning Apps 8.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Lichess
Aimchess #6 in Chess Learning Apps 7.7/10 Free plan · paid from $4.85/mo (annual) Free plan✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Aimchess

Lichess leads on 0 checks, Aimchess on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreLichess · 8.2/10
  • Free planboth

Lichess scores higher on our rubric for chess learning apps: 8.2 against 7.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

Lichess is the better fit for learners who want broad, free chess training. Aimchess is the better fit for players who want training from their own games.

  • Lichess fits best

    Learners who want broad, free chess training

  • Aimchess fits best

    Players who want training from their own games

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Side by side

Feature Lichess 8.2/10 Visit ↗ Aimchess 7.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.2 7.7
Ranking #3 in Chess Learning Apps #6 in Chess Learning Apps
Best for Learners who want broad, free chess training Players who want training from their own games
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published $4.85/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Self-hosted Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Community, Docs Email
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features Lichess 5/5 · Aimchess 5/5
Structured lessons ✓ ✓
Tactics and puzzles ✓ ✓
Game analysis ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Opening training ✓ ✓
Specs
Training modes Chess basics, practice exercises, puzzles, puzzle themes, puzzle streak, puzzle storm, puzzle racer, studies, opening explorer personalized study plans, daily warm-ups, tactics puzzles, blindfold tactics, visualization, opening practice, endgames, defense, time trainer, retry mistakes, blunder prevention, intuition trainer, 360 Trainer, checkmate flashcards
Our review
Pros
  • All features are free across web and mobile apps
  • Combines puzzles, basics, studies, openings, and Stockfish analysis
  • Open-source code supports self-hosting and API access
  • Personalized plans and drills target mistakes from your online games.
  • Connects Chess.com, Lichess, and Chess24 accounts.
  • Covers tactics, openings, endgames, visualization, and time management.
Cons
  • Volunteer maintenance makes support community- and documentation-led
  • The many training modes may feel less focused than a lesson-only app
  • Self-hosting flexibility is most useful for technically comfortable users
  • Standard limits analysis to 40 game reports per month.
  • Premium analysis covers the last 1,000 online games.
  • Support is provided through email.
Our verdict

Lichess is a free, open-source chess server for people who want to play, study, and improve. It suits solo learners and small groups seeking a broad training environment alongside online games, tournaments, and broadcasts. Access spans the…

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Aimchess is a chess learning service that analyzes online games and turns recurring patterns into personalized practice. It is suited to players who want training tied to their own decisions rather than a general lesson sequence. Reports…

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  1. LichessChess Learning Apps 8.2Free plan
  2. AimchessChess Learning Apps 7.7Free plan · paid from $4.85/mo (annual)

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Lichess — where it wins

    • All features are free across web and mobile apps
    • Combines puzzles, basics, studies, openings, and Stockfish analysis
    • Open-source code supports self-hosting and API access

    Where it doesn't

    • Volunteer maintenance makes support community- and documentation-led
    • The many training modes may feel less focused than a lesson-only app
    • Self-hosting flexibility is most useful for technically comfortable users

  • Aimchess — where it wins

    • Personalized plans and drills target mistakes from your online games.
    • Connects Chess.com, Lichess, and Chess24 accounts.
    • Covers tactics, openings, endgames, visualization, and time management.

    Where it doesn't

    • Standard limits analysis to 40 game reports per month.
    • Premium analysis covers the last 1,000 online games.
    • Support is provided through email.
  • Lichess8.2/10 · Free plan

    A free, broad chess learning hub with puzzles, analysis, studies, and opening tools.

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  • Aimchess7.7/10 · Free plan · paid from $4.85/mo (annual)

    A game-linked chess trainer with adaptive practice, reports, and focused drills.

    Visit AimchessFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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