Which Chessnut Board Is Right for You?

♟️ Chessnut GO
A compact travel board that’s small, light, and even comes in its own carry case, which doubles as the packaging. It’s simple, portable, and fun to use anywhere.

Pros
Cheapest Chessnut board
Magnetic pieces (unique to this board only, special Chessnut tech, not regular magnets)
Lightweight and travel friendly

Cons
Smaller size and slightly “toy-like” feel

Best For: Blitz and rapid games on the go.

♟️ Chessnut Pro
Easily one of my favourites. The Pro is a full tournament-sized board and my very first Chessnut purchase. I bought it to improve my classical gameplay and prepare for longer tournaments like 90+30 events.

It’s solid, reliable, and feels like a professional setup. You can even swap out the pieces. I use the Premium wooden set most of the time, but occasionally switch to the FIDE World Championship pieces just to pretend I’m in the World Cup (and getting knocked out in round one, of course).

Pros
Full tournament size
Solid wooden design
Supports piece upgrades and customization

Cons
Doesn’t fold, one solid piece (might be a con for travel)

Best For: Rapid and classical games. Works for blitz too, but not ideal for constant fast movement.

♟️ Chessnut Air+
Think of the Air+ as a “Mini Pro.” It’s wooden, compact, and looks premium, but easier to move around if space is tight.

There’s also the regular Air, a cheaper plastic version if you’re watching your budget.

Pros
Compact and great for travel
Premium wooden design
Simple plug and play setup

Cons
None, it’s a solid all-rounder

Best For: All time controls, from blitz to classical.

♟️ Chessnut EVO
When I bought my Pro, I was torn between it and the EVO. At the time, I wasn’t convinced by the “AI and tablet” approach. I’m more of a classical guy, maybe a bit old school.

But when I finally got the EVO, it surprised me. The built-in software, Chessnut Vision, blew me away. It recognises the board and what’s displayed on the tablet screen. That means if you’re on a website or YouTube video with a chessboard, the EVO lights up the real-life squares automatically so you can follow along.

Studying openings or tutorials with this feature feels next level.

Pros
Doesn’t need a phone or computer to run
Chessnut Vision integration
Great for studying and puzzle training

Cons
Plastic pieces (though they suit the look and can be swapped for wooden ones)
Best For: Training, analysis, and general play across all time controls.

♟️ Chessnut Move
Chessnut’s latest and most futuristic release. The Move board features self-moving robotic pieces, and it’s been a massive hit since launch.

Instead of using magnets like other brands, each piece is a tiny robot that glides to its destination. It’s wild to watch in person.

But where this board really shines is training. Combine the Move with Chessnut Vision and you can load puzzles, study positions, and watch the pieces move automatically as you learn. No more setting up puzzles manually or realising halfway through that you placed one piece wrong.

Pros
Tournament size
Available with wooden or plastic pieces
Self-moving “robot army” (it’s genuinely fun to watch)

Cons
The robot army can’t leave the board, so world domination will have to wait

Best For: Classical and rapid games, puzzle training, and demonstrations. Not ideal for blitz due to move animation time.