Ideas, Openings & Improvement

Online chess courses range from free to hundreds of pounds. Here are the ones actually worth your time.

The right engine makes your analysis 10x more productive. Here are the best engines and how to use them.

From Bobby Fischer's story to the Queen's Gambit, these are the chess films and documentaries worth your time.

Puzzle books are the most efficient way to improve tactics. Here are the best for every level.

Free chess education is better than ever. Here are the best channels and streamers for every level.

A good chess coach accelerates your improvement dramatically. Here is how to find the right one.

Endgame study is the fastest path to improvement above 1400. Here are the best books to get you started.

Every chess app and website ranked by what it actually does for your improvement.

From Stockfish to Lichess, from ChessBase to our own puzzle trainer, here are the tools that will accelerate your chess improvement in 2026.

Not all chess courses are worth your money. This guide reviews the best options for every level, from free content to premium masterclasses.

From beginner to master, the right chess book at the right time can transform your game. Here are the best books for every level.