Item: Checkers Premium
Rating: 84
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

84/100

Checkers Premium by Optime is the gold standard for anyone looking for a digital version of this classic game. What sets it apart is the 'Martin Fierz' AI engine. Many checkers apps have predictable or weak AI, but this one provides a genuine challenge that feels like playing against a skilled human. It is surprisingly strategic, and even at higher levels, it rarely makes a blunder.

The game also features excellent turn-based multiplayer via Game Center, allowing you to play against friends asynchronously. Visually, it’s clean and professional, with high-res artwork that looks great on modern displays. One small point of contention among users is the 'Forced Jump' rule, which is standard in checkers but can be toggled in the settings if you prefer a more casual experience. For a simple board game, the production value here is top-notch.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. It's Checkers. There isn't much to say. This app provides a solid digital board and a competent AI. For a 'Premium' app, I expect no ads, and it delivers on that. The board looks okay—it's not going to win any design awards, but it’s clear and easy to read.

I played a few rounds against the highest-level AI, and it’s a decent challenge, though Checkers is a solved game, so it's mostly about seeing if you can avoid making a blunder. The online multiplayer is functional but sparse; don't expect a huge community. It’s the kind of app you have on your phone for when you're visiting your grandmother and she wants to play a game. It’s unremarkable, but it’s honest. In a store full of junk, being 'unremarkable but honest' is almost a compliment.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Clean, ad-free experience
Support for multiple rule sets
Competent AI levels

Very basic presentation
Small player base for online play
Zero innovation in a crowded genre

Technical Report

Performance: Extremely stable. No performance issues.

Accessibility:

High contrast mode

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a clean, ad-free version of checkers on your phone.

Skip if: You are looking for a modern reimagining of classic games.

Similar Games:

Checkers 10x10
Draughts

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, hyper-critical veteran gamer
Hardware: iPhone 13
Playtime: 3 hours
Status: Beaten hard AI five times

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

294841947

$4.99 4+★4.5 1276 reviews

Author : Optime Software LLC

Pubish Date : Tue Oct 28 2008

Last Update Date : Fri Jul 21 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.25Fri Jul 21 2023

• Minor bug fixes
The #1 Checkers app for iOS just got better. Play against your Game Center friends or random opponents using our new turn-based multiplayer feature!
Checkers Premium supports both 1 player and 2 player gameplay, so you can play against friends or test your skills against a challenging computer opponent.
Our new turn-based network play feature allows you to play up to 16 simultaneous network games against your Game Center friends or random network opponents over Wi-Fi or 3G.
Checkers Premium includes a host of exciting features, including:
* Great graphics and awesome sound effects
* Configurable player names and score tracking
* Outstanding AI engine provided by renowned AI researcher Martin Fierz
* Fully configurable 1 player difficulty level
* Undo function
* Option to enable / disable forced captures
* Automatic save when you exit the app
Checkers Premium currently plays according to American Checkers / English Draughts rules.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The #1 Checkers app for iOS just got better. Play against your Game Center friends or random opponents using our new turn-based multiplayer feature!
Checkers Premium supports both 1 player and 2 player gameplay, so you can play against friends or test your skills against a challenging computer opponent.
Our new turn-based network play feature allows you to play up to 16 simultaneous network games against your Game Center friends or random network opponents over Wi-Fi or 3G.
Checkers Premium includes a host of exciting features, including:
* Great graphics and awesome sound effects
* Configurable player names and score tracking
* Outstanding AI engine provided by renowned AI researcher Martin Fierz
* Fully configurable 1 player difficulty level
* Undo function
* Option to enable / disable forced captures
* Automatic save when you exit the app
Checkers Premium currently plays according to American Checkers / English Draughts rules.

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 1276 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Checkers Premium is a high-quality version of the classic board game, featuring a professional AI engine by Martin Fierz. Players can compete against the computer with fully configurable difficulty levels or challenge friends online using turn-based multiplayer. The app includes move undo, score tracking, and high-resolution artwork for a polished experience.