Chess computer
by Millennium
A sensor-board chess computer with a colour display, learning aids and many playing levels, running Richard Lang’s ChessGenius engine.
Best forA classic chess computer at a fair price
Plastic and smaller than a tournament set, and there is no online play.
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Smart boardGoChess AirParticulaA slim board with coloured lights for hints, threats and your opponent’s moves, and AI coaching through its app.$249.95$150 to $400
Best first smart boardSmart boardChessnut AirChessnutA compact board that recognises every piece and lights up your opponent’s moves. It is the board most people buy first.$249.99$150 to $400
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The first book to readBooks · Annotated gamesLogical Chess: Move by MoveIrving ChernevThirty-three master games with every single move explained in plain words. Many club players say this is the book that made chess click.Under $25Under $50Chosen 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
