Chess Tempo
The serious puzzle grinder's tool.
Free · from $3.50/moWebiOSAndroid 4.7 (3,350 reviews)
About Chess Tempo
Chess Tempo is the reference tactics-training site for improvers who care about rating-calibrated puzzles. Its endgame trainer is equally well-regarded. UI is utilitarian; focus is on quality of problems and stats.
Pros
- Puzzles calibrated by actual solver performance
- Strong endgame trainer with theoretical positions
- Good at pushing you past plateaus
- Deep statistics on your weaknesses
Cons
- UI looks dated
- No video content
- Not beginner-friendly
Features
Tactics puzzlesEndgame trainerOpening trainerSpaced repetitionRating systemGame databaseEngine analysis
Pricing
- Silver$3.5 /month
- Gold$6.5 /month
- Diamond$9.5 /month
Best for
Audience: Intermediate (1200 – 1800), Advanced (1800 – 2200), Expert (2200+)
Languages: EN
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