Best electronic chessboard, primarily for studying

I'd like to get started with electronic chessboards. I've read several forum posts and I really liked that some manage to integrate with Windows (especially with Lucas Chess). But, I'd like an electronic chessboard for studying (mainly from physical books). The idea would be to read the books, going through the games/compositions/tactics/etc., and be able to "turn on the engine" when I have a question or want to continue a position against the computer from that diagram/position. I'm deciding on the Chessnut PRO, mainly because of the size of the pieces and the board (that's what I'm considering most), but I'd like to hear different opinions/experiences. Thank you very much.

Oh, and obviously for online play as well, but that wouldn't be the main reason for acquiring my first electronic chessboard.

Thank you very much.

Hi, the Chessnut EVO would be perfect for your study workflow, but if you prioritize premium wooden pieces and a tournament-size board for OTB preparation, then the Chessnut Pro can work well. Consider that the Chessnut Air (and the wooden Air+, at higher price) delivers identical piece recognition and Lucas Chess compatibility at nearly half the cost. Ciao

Thanks!

Well, I almost bought Chessnut EVO - what "weighed" against it was the size of the pieces and board, and the potential obsolescence of the software. I watched some review videos on YouTube, and the difference in the size of the pieces/board made me "give up."". I saw that it would be possible to buy the wooden pieces separately - but that would be another expense (and Chessnut EVO isn't that cheap). Another one I had considered for this study purpose is Chessup 2 - however, again, the size of the pieces and board was a deciding factor. I know that the "perfect board" doesn't exist, so I'm trying to decide what best fits my needs.

Hey Italian friend, I saw that you are quite active in posts about e-boards. Which one do you use and like the most? Feel free to answer.

Thanks! Grazie mille!

I own the Chessnut Air+.

It has the same features as the Chessnut Go, Air, and Pro when used with the Chessnut Android app.

I use the feature take a picture of a chess position from a book all the time.

and import it into the Chessnut play against Computer Analsis.

or load the PGN into the Chesscom Library and use Game Review / Analysis.

Hi! Wow, thank you so much!

Well, that's exactly the idea! I believe the main factors in deciding would be the price and size of the pieces and board.

If you don't mind, could you give your impression of Chessnut Air+?

Thank you again!

My chess playing / study space is limited so I chose the Chessnut Air+ because of it's smaller size and lower cost than the Chessnut Pro.

The Chessnut Air+ is basically a mini Chessnut Pro. Neither have coordinate markings on the board so when doing Chesscom Custom Puzzles, you don't have to rotate the board when the puzzle switches sides. This makes doing puzzles fast and easy.

I also own the Chessnut Go that I use when away from my home or when I want to do puzzles or study chess when stretched out on the couch with the board resting on my chest.

Both of my Chessnut boards are great additions to my Chesscom Membership and I use them all the time.

That's great! Wow, thank you so much for your time and answers. Now I'm “changing course” to a Chestnut Air+. The price is also a significant thing for me - considering I would have two options to buy: import it to Brazil (which would practically double the final price after taxes) or bring it back when I travel to the US or Europe - I'd have to plan a vacation trip to those places (which isn't a bad thing haha).