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CT-ART 6.0 vs Listudy

The classic tactics trainer, now multi-platform. Free open-source spaced repetition for openings.

 CT-ART 6.0Listudy
PricingFrom €24.99 one-timeFree
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOSWeb
Audiencebeginner, intermediate, advancedintermediate, advanced
LanguagesEN, RU, ES, DE, FREN, DE, ES, FR, HE, IT
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 Listudy if…

  • Genuinely free and open source
  • Upload your own PGN repertoire
  • Novel blind and pieceless tactics modes
  • Minimal UI, no dark patterns
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FAQ

Is CT-ART 6.0 better than Listudy?
Neither is strictly "better" — they serve different priorities. CT-ART 6.0 excels at: 10,000+ hand-curated themed tactics. Listudy excels at: Genuinely free and open source. 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 Listudy free?
Listudy has a free tier. Paid plans unlock: Fully free, open source (AGPL). Donations accepted..
On what platforms are CT-ART 6.0 and Listudy available?
CT-ART 6.0 runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. Listudy runs on Web.
Who should use CT-ART 6.0 vs Listudy?
CT-ART 6.0 is aimed at beginner, intermediate, advanced. Listudy targets intermediate, advanced. Our take: try the one whose audience description fits you.