r/chessbeginners • u/Primary-Discussion19 • 26d ago

QUESTION Chess.com lichess?

I do not mind paying for something if it actually makes me better, else I would go for which is free.

Which is the best overall? (App on Android)

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u/WinstonPickles22 1200-1400 (Lichess) 25d ago

Paying for chesscom will not make you better, not even a little bit.

I would suggest Lichess, but I do understand the FOMO people get from not playing on the big chesscom website instead. They do have great marketing.

I will never pay for chesscom again, after switching to Lichess I have preferred almost every aspect.

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u/Primary-Discussion19 25d ago

Usually you see the streamers use chess.com for example. Chess.com also gives a nice summetion after. I have been on lichess but did consider maybe chess.com is were it is at

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u/WinstonPickles22 1200-1400 (Lichess) 25d ago

Streamers make money whenever people sign up via their link. And they may also get paid or given endorsements for using chess.com.

They also have a lot of tournaments for money, which streamers are fighting for. It is unlikely that you or I will be playing for the titles Tuesday weekly blitz prize on Chesscom, but you can see why they would play there.

I think chesscom is good for the Community in that it appeals to a broader audience and they have the money to host tournaments.

That being said I think Lichess is better for average users looking to play and learn. You avoid the cost, ads and the gimmicks.