Chess.com vs Lichess
Both platforms support playing and analyzing chess. Chess.com offers a guided Game Review workflow, with unlimited reviews requiring Premium. Lichess offers free analysis and studies. Choose the interface and study workflow you prefer, then build a consistent habit of reviewing your games.
| Study need | Chess.com | Lichess |
|---|---|---|
| Post-game review | Game Review with move feedback | Computer analysis |
| Analysis access | Some advanced features require Premium | Free analysis tools |
| Organizing study | Game review workflow | Shareable studies |
| OnlineChess import | Public history by username | Public history by username |
Choose by the work you will actually do
Try reviewing a recent game on each platform. Look for the position where your plan became unclear, explore an alternative and write down one lesson. A tool is useful if it helps you repeat that process. A long feature list alone will not make a review habit stick.
Look across games as well as within them
OnlineChess is a separate product from both platforms. Import a public history from either to inspect repeated opening choices, score splits and practice positions. The reports summarize your own results rather than engine move quality, so use them to choose what to investigate, then check concrete variations with an engine.
Frequently asked questions
Which should I choose for free study tools?
Lichess offers its analysis and study features free. On Chess.com, check the current membership limits for the review features you want.
Is OnlineChess affiliated with either platform?
No. OnlineChess is independent and reads public game histories or PGN files you import.
Sources and scope
Published by OnlineChess, an independent product. Competitor features checked October 15, 2026; plans and limits may change.