The complete chess study workstation for Apple users
A native app for macOS, iOS and iPadOS. Analyze with Stockfish on your device, build your repertoire and drill your mistakes.
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Everything you need in one app
Game review, engine analysis, opening repertoire and training, built natively for Apple platforms.
Game database
Import, organize and annotate your PGN games. Add comments, symbols, arrows and highlights to every move, like a modern ChessBase built for Mac.
Manual: My GamesEngine analysis
Bundled Stockfish runs locally on your machine. Get real-time evaluation, best move suggestions and full principal variations, with no cloud needed.
Manual: Engine AnalysisOpening repertoire
Build and drill your opening repertoire with spaced repetition. The app tracks your accuracy and schedules positions for review at optimal intervals.
Manual: OpeningsGame review and training
Master the endgame, solve puzzles and review your games with automated insights. Train with targeted exercises designed for your skill level.
Manual: Blunder WorkoutLichess integration
Sync your Lichess games for review and repertoire building. Keep all your games in one place, automatically updated.
Manual: LichessAI integration
Connect Claude, Codex or any MCP-compatible AI assistant to read your games, analyze positions, add comments, draw arrows and navigate moves in real time.
Manual: AI IntegrationNative on Mac, iPhone and iPad
A truly native experience. Sync your repertoire and analysis across macOS, iOS and iPadOS with iCloud.
Manual: Getting Started
Inside the app



Free to download
- Included free
- Engine analysis, the opening tree, Lichess integration and workouts.
- One-time upgrade
- Unlimited game imports, position search, external databases and more.
On Mac, ChessMovio requires macOS 14 (Sonoma) or later.