Millennium Supreme T2 vs. Chessup 2 vs. Chessnut EVO?
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Adalbert_Chess
Mar 1, 2026
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Hi, which board from the list in the title would you choose? The benefit of the millennium vs. the other is the build quality and traditional material which ensure future value even in case of additional innovations. The other two have the benefit of mobility (smaller boards). The problem with the Evo is that it's not distraction free (screen) and together with Chessup 2 it will be in 5 years replaced by some new version whereas the Millennium will have its timeless value using nice materials. ❔
Thr price of millenium supreme T2 is ridiculously high!
The Evo is not as "portable" as the Chessup. It is a bit on the heavy side and the bag I have for it is not a "throw on my back and go".
As @SpanishStallion states, the Millenium is pretty ridiculously priced.
The Evo screen is not really much of a distraction once you get used to it, but honestly it sits on the shelf since I use Chessconnect for my eboards (and the fact that the Chessnut "engine" creation is still a mess to use).
The Chessup 2 is a nice piece of kit, lightweight, the pieces are a decent size, and it is integrated with this site and the other. I still use the Chessconnect extension/app to play on it but Bryght Labs is constantly working on it, but as you say, it will be superseded by new technology.
Which to choose depends on what you want in an e-board. Can you share what you are looking for the most?
Mar 2, 2026
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#4
The millennium is expensive, but there is the build quality. Probably it's an investment. I want to use it to play online games and learn against bots. I have to admit: I ordered now the millennium supreme T2 with the executive peaces. 👍
Problem is every six months or so a new chess computer appears on the market. Basically, as soon as you buy one you must consider replacing it with a newer one and so the investment of $1000 for millenium supreme may not sound too wise
Mar 3, 2026
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#6
@SpanishStallion I mean, that millennium is more future proof than the other. Alone the materials are timeless. And the hardware for the computer is always outside. The battery is standard battery and easy replaceable...
Is it standard tournament size board.i.e. 5.5 cm square with 3.75” king?
Would not the Chessnut Pro be the one to compare to the Millennium T2?
Mar 13, 2026
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#10
Unlike the Chessnut EVO, which has Maia engine "embedded" in the board itself, the Chessnut Pro does not have an onboard AI cpu. However, the Chessnut Pro can be used offline (with some limitations: Cloud analysis and Cloud savings require Internet) because the AI (a "lightweight" Stockfish) runs on the app, not in the board, so you can play against the computer without a data connection. This might matter to someone. If you don't mind investing more, the Suprem T2 is the most solid choice, especially if you might want to add modules like the Phoenix or "The King" in the future. The Chessnut Pro is the "All-in-One" wooden alternative, with fewer connection options but ideal for those who want an elegant wooden board with integrated AI without spending as much as on the T2.
Mar 20, 2026
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#11
With the T2 you can add a computer module like the Phoenix which is an amazing chess computer. I use it daily for opening training with Chessable courses. If the Phoenix chooses a move outside of the Chessable repertoire all you have to do is press the position menu item and move the piece to the square corresponding to the Chessable course and then back to training. I also use Chessbase and Fritz 20 with it both amazing pieces of software. I also have the EVO, Miko/Sauare Off Grand and the Chessnut Move as well as several others. The Millennium and Move are hands down the two best chess boards today IMHO.
