What is ChessBuddy AI?
ChessBuddy AI is your personal AI assistant, built exclusively for the Lichess platform. By seamlessly integrating into the site, it adds a compact chat window where you can interact with an advanced AI that simulates a professional chess coach. The AI offers three specialized modes: Coach Mode, which enhances skills through targeted exercises and helpful hints; Analyst Mode, which automatically delivers deep analyses of games and moves without requiring additional questions; and Assistant Mode, which precisely answers specific chess-related queries without offering unsolicited commentary. Additionally, it supports both voice input and output, enabling you to receive guidance while keeping your focus on the board. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, the AI adapts to your level to provide tailored support.
Key features
It offers three dedicated modes: Coach Mode guides skill improvement, Analyst Mode automatically performs in-depth analysis of games and moves, and Assistant Mode focuses on answering user-specified chess-related questions.
It supports text-to-speech and speech recognition features, allowing customizable voice settings and hands-free operation, making it easy to stay focused on the board during analysis or learning.
Use cases and audience
Suitable for players ranging from beginners to seasoned pros, the AI adapts its guidance to match the user’s skill level.
- Analyze games in real time on Lichess.org and receive expert-level move recommendations.
- As a personalized chess coach, improve your skills through targeted practice.
- Voice-interactive learning: Ask questions verbally and listen to AI responses while focusing on board operations.
Users can submit text queries, provide voice input (with speech recognition support), or reference game content directly from the Lichess website.
The AI responds in text format, provides voice narration (via text-to-speech), and offers move analysis and strategic insights into the game.
Frequently asked questions
Can it be used during live games on Lichess?
Not applicable to live-rated games (real-time scoring matches) to ensure fair play.
Do you need a paid subscription to use it?
An active chessbuddy.ai premium subscription is required to use this extension.
How to use
- 01
Install the ChessBuddy AI extension in the Chrome browser.
- 02
Visit the lichess.org website (platform only).
- 03
After enabling the extension, a compact AI chat window will automatically appear on the page.
- 04
Choose any mode—Coach, Analyst, or Assistant—to begin interacting.
Pricing and availability
There are no in-app purchases, but an active chessbuddy.ai premium subscription is mandatory; no specific pricing, subscription duration, word/character limits, or commercial licensing details are provided.
- Pricing source
- https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/chessbuddy-ai/eeiccdhnfoogkfonjcnaekcbdkdmpeda
- Pricing last updated
- 2026-10-28
Prices and limits may change. Check the official website for current terms.
Official website & sources
Updated on 2026-10-28
