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CT-ART 6.0 vs Follow Chess

The classic tactics trainer, now multi-platform. Live broadcasts of every top tournament.

 CT-ART 6.0Follow Chess
PricingFrom €24.99 one-timeFree · from $0.99/mo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOSWeb, iOS, Android
Audiencebeginner, intermediate, advancedintermediate, advanced, expert
LanguagesEN, RU, ES, DE, FREN
Features
Play online
Play bots
Local pass-and-play
Tactics puzzles
Opening trainer
Endgame trainer
Spaced repetition
Video lessons
Live coaching
Engine analysis
Board scanner (OCR)
Opening repertoire
Cloud sync
Offline mode
Kid-safe
Tournaments
Rating system
Correspondence chess
Chess variants
Study & share
AI coach
Streaming-ready
Game database

Pick CT-ART 6.0 if…

  • 10,000+ hand-curated themed tactics
  • Rigorous difficulty ladder unlike random feeds
  • One-time price, no subscription
  • Still the gold-standard curated tactics set
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Pick Follow Chess if…

  • Covers obscure events Chess.com ignores
  • Clean multi-game watchlist view
  • Pro tier is laughably cheap
  • Low-latency broadcast relay
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FAQ

Is CT-ART 6.0 better than Follow Chess?
Neither is strictly "better" — they serve different priorities. CT-ART 6.0 excels at: 10,000+ hand-curated themed tactics. Follow Chess excels at: Covers obscure events Chess.com ignores. Pick based on the job you want done.
Is CT-ART 6.0 free?
CT-ART 6.0 is paid. Also purchasable as in-app course inside Chess King Learn.
Is Follow Chess free?
Follow Chess has a free tier. Paid plans unlock: Lifetime Pro purchase available as one-time upgrade..
On what platforms are CT-ART 6.0 and Follow Chess available?
CT-ART 6.0 runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. Follow Chess runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Who should use CT-ART 6.0 vs Follow Chess?
CT-ART 6.0 is aimed at beginner, intermediate, advanced. Follow Chess targets intermediate, advanced, expert. Our take: try the one whose audience description fits you.