Alternatives to ChessBase
The professional's database and analysis suite. If that's not for you - or you want to try something different - here are apps that overlap on features and use cases.
Scid vs. PC
Steven Atkinson and contributors
Open-source database and analysis powerhouse.
Free
Windows · macOS · Linux
Lichess
Lichess (charity)
Free, open-source chess. Forever.
Free
4.8Web · iOS · Android
Forward Chess
Forward Chess, LLC
Interactive chess ebook reader with embedded engine.
Free
4.8Web · iOS · Android
Chess Position Trainer
Stefan Renzewitz
Veteran flash-card repertoire trainer for desktop.
Free
Windows
ChessMood
ChessMood
GM-led video courses plus live coaching community.
From $79/mo
Web
Chessify
Chessify
Cloud-powered Stockfish analysis on your phone.
Free · from $7.99/mo
Web · iOS · Android
ChessAtlas
ChessAtlas
Build an opening repertoire that survives spaced repetition.
Free · from $6.99/mo
Web
Chessable
Chessable (Chess.com)
MoveTrainer + spaced repetition for openings and tactics.
Free · from $11.99/mo
4.5Web · iOS · Android