Smart board

Chessnut Air+

by Chessnut

The Chessnut Air rebuilt in wood: same size and the same technology, but an all-wooden board and wooden pieces.

$399.99at Chessnut, checked November 2026

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Best forPlayers who want the Air’s portability with pieces that feel like a real set

Made by: Chessnut
Type: Smart board
Opponent’s move: Lit squares show it; you move the piece
Needs a phone: Yes, for the app
Plays online on: Chess.com, Lichess
Board: 33 × 33 × 1.8 cm, all wood
Pieces: Wooden, with full recognition

Why we picked it

All-wood board and pieces
Full piece recognition and lit squares
Same compact size as the Air

Keep in mind

You pay $150 more than the Air for materials, not features.

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Chosen because players widely use and recommend it, not because a maker paid to be listed. We don’t earn commissions from these links. Prices change often; check the store before you buy. About this guide