CHESS COMPUTERS, ELECTRONIC CHESS, (Handheld)

 

Todays chess computers have come a long way from electronic chess of old. They have superb (and variable) strength and are very useful in game improvement. There's no such thing as chess computers that are too strong for any player. The software for any machine has settings from 'novice' to 'expert' so that the computer chess game is enjoyable and meaningful to any player.

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Every chess computer has ELO ratings that indicate the machine strength - more applicable to stronger players. What is an ELO rating? The English Chess Federation have a rating abbreviated to ECF. This rating multiplied by 8 then adding 600 would result in an equivilent ELO metric. Electronic chess machines that have over 1500 are regarded as strong - there are also computers we have that go up to and over elo 2000.



CMD2016 Excalibur Phantom Force SELF MOVING Chess Computer

CMD2016 Excalibur Phantom Force SELF MOVING Chess Computer

Mains Adaptor Included in this price. Size 15" by 13"
Free Shipping for UK. These are for sale at Amazon for over £200. Here they're £99 and include a mains adaptor. 21st century electronic chess games with the chess opponent - Excalibur Talking Phantom Force. With automated chess pieces that the Phantom moves effortlessly across the board, this chess computer will provide a most unique chess playing experience. Engage with the Phantom as opponent or simply watch the Phantom play itself. Comes with an extensive list of features that can help improve chess and provide a worthy challenge to advanced players too. See the video from Excalibur. Here's the full spec.

* Set Up Newspaper Problems
* Replay Line After Take Back
* Saves Game In Memory
* Adjustable Automatic Shutoff
* Adjustable LCD Contrast
* Includes Built-in Chess Piece Storage Compartment.
* Spoken Words Also Shown on Scrolling Dot Matrix Display
* Announces All Moves in Algebraic Notation
* Special Sound Effects
* Tournament Strength Program 136 Levels, with 120 for Play and 16 for Analysis
* Tournament Time Control Levels
* Rates your Chess Skill
* Ratable Game Indicator
* Announces 'Mate in 5 Moves'
* Built in Dual Chess Clock Display
* Robotic Motion Enter Your Move on the Sensory Chess Board
* Auto Play lets the Phantom Take Both Sides to Play or Finish a Game
* Sets up The Chess Board Automatically
* Sound Voice Vocabulary For Added Play Dimension
* Voice in Three Languages - English, French, and Spanish
* Learning Threat Warning Indicator with Why and Where Explanation
* Coaching Hints
* 'Are You Sure?' Coach Mode
* Take Back Mistakes
* Selectable Opening Lines for Play and Learning
* Where can piece move for beginners
* Strength rating 130 ECF/1640 Elo
* Puts everything back in place for you on each 'new game'
* 136 Playing Levels and Time Controls - two line Display for clocks, analysis, evaluations etc. with adjustable contrast.
* Overall size 38x38cm (15 inches square). READ MORE...

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CMD2009 Novag Obsidian Chess Computer

CMD2009 Novag Obsidian Chess Computer


Free Shipping for UK. The Obsidian boasts x and y-axis LED's - exceptionally easy to use functions and a swish carry case included. The pieces are genuine sheesham wood and the whole product is good for both playing electronically or playing with a human opponent. Excellent and good-looking press-sensory computer, with varying strengths - highly rated at its top playing Tournament time controls and Blitz, but with special novice, hobby and teaching levels for the less experienced. Enhanced Picture A lovely board with smart wood felted pieces and a fitted fabric carry case for computer and pieces. Novag's best in this price range and a contender for the Novag crown!
  • Selective Search rating 170 BCF/1960 Elo
  • A Dave Kittinger program running on a fast H8 2 x 16MHz RISC processor - 20% faster than the earlier program running on the Emerald Classic Plus so making the Obsidian Novag's most competitive mid-price range computer!
  • Great 6-digit display system for valuable game analysis, evaluations, clock times and other information
  • Multiple time control levels, including mate solving up to m/8
  • Attractive and bigger-than-usual 22.5 x 22.5 cm (9 inches) playing area, soft-touch playing surface. Overall dimensions are 29 x 33cm (11.5 X 13 inches)
  • Other features include 8,900 position Opening Book, also computer able to give warning if user makes a non-Book move. Advanced Trainer for mates, tactics and endgames. Comes with smart fitted fabric carry case for the board and wood felted pieces.
  • C Batteries or Mains Adaptor
  • The Obsidian is the Jewel in Novag's crown! READ MORE...

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    CMD2002 Novag Citrine Chess Computer

    CMD2002 Novag Citrine Chess Computer


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    Novag's new desktop model. Mains adaptor included in this price. The Citrine is a new beautiful 37cm x 37cm (14.6 inches) full auto-sensory chess computer with genuine sheesham wood pieces. Novag have worked hard to get on top of any competiton for the finest chess computer. They've produced a model where the materials used are wood and the strength rating is an incredible 2200 elo. The machine is a high quality computer that is made from wood, has excellent cabinet quality (recently improved) and well finished chess pieces. The board has female connections within the board and so can be utilised for playing as a normal game with a friend or as a computer with easy removal of the LCD unit and power supply. The computer has a large portfolio of openings and varying strength levels. Four lights on each square make it easy to play with and to see what's happening. The new Novag Citrine is an excellent quality chess computer and represents the latest and finest in electronic innovation from Novag. Here's the full spec.
  • Magnet sensor wooden chessboard (size 37 x 37 x 3.5 cm)
  • Hand carved sheesham wood staunton chess pieces
  • 81 LED lights to indicate each move, (each square has 4 LED indicators)
  • For the techies: H8/300H RISC processor with 56Kbyt ROM, 3K Ram, 20 MHz
  • Detachable LCD screen for attaching and detaching the LCD at any point during the game
  • Menu access is via the chessboard
  • Will connect to the PC to print/store/follow games
  • 64 strength Level settings
  • Est. ECF rating 190, USCF 2350 or ELO 2200 (Manufacturer statement)
  • Opening book with 24,000 halfmoves
  • Random, Easy, Sound, Game Review, Autoplay, Setup, Flip board functions
  • Operates with mains adaptor (included in the price).


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    CMD2014 The Novag Citrine Senator Chess Computer

    CMD2014 The Novag Citrine Senator Chess Computer


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    The Senator is an enhanced version of Novag's new fully auto-sensory desktop model. The superb Citrine is now available with an exclusive set of ChessBaron special edition pieces that really do justice to a computer of this quality. Each one is individually tested and quality checked prior to delivery to ensure you get the very best. When a computer plays this well it deserves a high quality tournament set of pieces. Of course we're sure the same is true of it's human opponent! Rather than the standard chess pieces provided by Novag, we've developed a set of high quality pieces, weighted, very detailed and in solid Rosewood. You'll also receive the standard set of pieces, so you can always return the enhanced set if you prefer, though no-one has so far, they're too good to lose. The pieces are a Rosewood version of our X3001 set. The King is 3 inches high. They have better magnetism and result in a much better game. Many customers have said that the pieces transform the product. Here are some better pictures. Enhanced picture 1, Enhanced picture 2, Enhanced picture 3, Enhanced picture 4, Enhanced picture 5, Enhanced picture 6. We're hoping that the enhancement will result in higher sales for the product, so we've pared the price of the enhancement right down to a level where the profit margin on the set of pieces is minimal. If you want to also include connection to your PC, there is a PC connector link lead supplied and will, with free downloadable Arena 1.99 program, allow you to play against any UCI program (Rybka, Hiarcs, Fruit etc), and also pass games to your PC, save games, convert games to pgn/ChessBase, etc. The mains adaptor included in this price. Here's the full spec.
  • Hand carved solid rosewood weighted staunton chess pieces
  • Better magnetism in the rosewood chess pieces, a more positive play
  • Magnet sensor wooden chessboard (size 37 x 37 x 3.5 cm)
  • 81 LED lights to indicate each move, (each square has 4 LED indicators)
  • H8/300H RISC processor with 56Kbyt ROM, 3K Ram, 20 MHz
  • Detachable LCD screen for attaching and detaching at any point during the game
  • Menu access is via the chessboard
  • Will connect to the PC to print/store/follow games
  • 64 strength Level settings
  • Est. ECF rating 190, USCF 2350 (Manufacturer statement), or ELO 2200
  • Opening book with 24,000 halfmoves
  • Random, Easy, Sound, Game Review, Autoplay, Setup, Flip board functions
  • Operates with mains adaptor (included in this price).


  • Here's a recent blog about this product: Enhanced Citrine Blog


  • And here is a superb idea from someone to build a Citrine table and he shows the enhanced ChessBaron pieces very well!


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    X4001 Enhanced NOVAG CITRINE Chess Pieces

    X4001 Enhanced NOVAG CITRINE Chess Pieces

    King Height 3 inch. Base Diameter 1.4 inch. Triple Weighted 24g
    The enhanced luxury chess pieces re-engineered for the Novag Citrine. If you've bought your Citrine from elsewhere - or prefer to buy it elsewhere, you can get the enhanced pieces here that transform the Citrine into an excellent chess computer. Made in solid rosewood the pieces are further enhanced by triple weighting, leather bottoms and excellent depth of detail. The greater magnetism results in a much superior game and compliments the computer suitably. The computer deserves a set of pieces of this quality.
    NOTE: These pieces also work well with the Mephisto Exclusive. READ MORE...

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    CMD2004 Novag Carnelian II Chess Computer

    CMD2004 Novag Carnelian II Chess Computer

    Overall Dimensions 30cm x 27cm (11.8 X 10.8 inches)
    Free Shipping for UK. The Carnelian is a technically advanced computer and has the classic look of wood. (The pieces are actually high quality genuine sheesham wood, the board itself is feux wood). Learn basic moves and tactics with the TEACH MODE function and progress quickly in your game with the integrated training system. This chess computer will give novice players a chance to win and at the same time will be a challenge for all regular players.
  • Overall Dimensions 300mm x 273mm (11.8 X 10.8 inches)
  • Stylish table-top chess computer with beautifully carved wooden chess pieces.
  • The 16K strong program with a 8 MHz system clock speed and it s many features allows a varied and challenging game.
  • The wide-ranging opening book contains more than 8500 halfmoves, including exciting middle and end game strategies.
  • 128 level settings, including training, tournament and problem solving levels.
  • Move TAKE BACK, HINT, TRAINING, and REFEREE features help to improve your game.
  • As all Novag chess computers this model is programmed in accordance with the International Chess Rules, knows en-passant moves, castlings and pawn promotion.
  • The Novag Carnelian can play against itself and also makes Check, Stalemate and Mate announcements.
  • Many hours of playing time from 6 x AA alkaline batteries or the optional 9V NOVAG mains adaptor for long term usage. READ MORE...

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    CM2010 Saitek Kasparov Expert Chess Computer

    CM2010 Saitek Kasparov Expert Chess Computer


    Free Shipping for UK. Saitek's strongest and most sophisticated electronic chess computer and superbly built machine. The Mephisto Expert Travel Chess Computer (considered both hand held and desktop - its both portable and can sit on a desk) has a particularly high standard of quality in the build and is Saitek's strongest computer. Strength combined with many advanced software features makes this the ultimate compact computer available for anyone up to the expert chess player at senior tournament level. High quality peg style plug-in with advanced software technology and revolutionary processor chip. Brilliantly designed with good sized easy-to-see pieces. Display gives user selectable info incl. analysis, hints and evaluation of position etc. Plus coaching feature. 6,000 position database opening book. 230x182mm (9 inch x 7 inch) overall, playing area 112x112mm (4.5 inches square). Estimated rating 175 BCF/2000 Elo (unless you're Kasparov you won't beat it's strongest settings! If you are Kasparov, pop in and give us some training...). Just needs four regular AA Batteries. READ MORE...

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    CMD2022 Novag Star Aquamarine Desktop Chess Computer

    CMD2022 Novag Star Aquamarine Desktop Chess Computer


    Free Shipping for UK.With a new Teach Mode for novice players and an estimated 1850 elo rate to challenge you, the new star Aquamarine is a good high quality chess computer. It also has a two-person mode for which the computer acts as referee. It keeps track of score, mate in six moves, 12 move depth search, and stores games. An LCD screen also shows chess moves along with showing other useful information such as a count-down timer/clock. Here's a better picture: Novag Aquamarine Chess Computer READ MORE...

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    CMD2012 Saitek Master Chess Computer

    CMD2012 Saitek Master Chess Computer


    Free Shipping for UK. Mains adaptor included. Serious, very strong and very reasonably priced press sensory electronic chess computer. For the experienced chess computer community, the 'master' program is built on the Milano Pro program, which has been used for the former 'Exclusive Senator'. The Saitek (Mephisto) chess computer is one of Saitek's best and has a strong demand from chess players looking to improve. The computer has an 'Info' mode to see what the chess engine is looking at and why it is making the move - it also has a capacity where it shows many famous Grand Master moves to be able to study - a superb machine.
  • Price includes the adaptor
  • Rating set at 188 BCF/2111 Elo
  • Franz Morsch software
  • Database opening book has 50,000 positions
  • 64 playing levels plus coaching functions
  • Machine is for fairly strong players - lower levels are fairly strong.
  • Very good user-adjustable scrolling information display which assists in accessing functions, setting-up and verifying positions, as well as giving game position evaluations, forward analysis, clock times, etc.
  • Current game held in memory
  • Coach mode gives warnings for blunder and tactical alerts
  • 200 move Take back
  • Compartment for pieces, and has protective case
  • Playing area: 200 x 200mm. Overall: 340 x 260mm
  • Mains (adaptor included in price) or 6 x AA batteries for occasional use

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    CMD2015 Saitek Kasparov Chess Explorer Pro Chess Computer

    CMD2015 Saitek Kasparov Chess Explorer Pro Chess Computer

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    Free Shipping for UK. The Mephisto Chess Explorer Pro Chess Computer by Saitek is a new version of the existing Explorer with a new look and feel and an upgraded strength chess engine, and still unquestionably one of the most stimulating electronic Chess computers on the market. A mains adaptor is included in this version. A very clever combination of features tailored to suit Chess players of all skill levels from the beginner to the most proficient player. Enhanced Picture. The Chess Explorer offers a wide range of selections and playing modes designed to challenge and enhance your chess playing ability. A great new model from Saitek in a stylish design with a useful combination of features. Wide range of playing levels, right up to Club strength. Info mode to see inside the computers mind, get analysis, learn openings etc. Runs on batteries or an included mains adaptor. 335x302mm. 180 BCF/2000 Elo. READ MORE...

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    CMD2008 Saitek Talking Chess Trainer Chess Computer

    CMD2008 Saitek Talking Chess Trainer Chess Computer


    Free Shipping for UK. Superb model for training as well as normal games against the computer - Saitek's Talking Chess Trainer is an excellent chess computer and an audio trainer. Good for kids learning to improve but also good for adults who are getting back into chess or taking up the game afresh.
  • 64 Playing Levels: Fun, Casual, Blitz, Bronstein, Bonus Timer, Tournament, Fixed Depth and Tactical
  • Chess Trainer Speech to encourage, offer guidance and generally be your personal home tutor!
  • 11 Teaching Modes- learning made easy
  • 14-move take back - experiment and learn
  • Option to Play Against the Computer or a Friend
  • Hints Given - ask the computer to play your move or swap sides!
  • 16 Opening Systems to learn
  • Other General Features
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    CM2008 Einstein Wizard Touch Chess Computer

    CM2008 Einstein Wizard Touch Chess Computer

    Superb Excalibur Handheld. Reduced from £39.00 to £9.95!
    NEW! Free Shipping for UK. Reduced to £9.95! Chess for the car, train, plane, etc. 56 levels of play will keep any player, beginner or expert, playing his or her best. Einstein Touch Chess features a threat indicator, automatic scoring, game timer, undo key and more! A hint option gives players a virtual chess coach to help them learn and master this game of strategy and logic.You get the best from Albert himself, all in the Einstein Touch Chess pocket handheld.
    • For 1 or 2 players
    • 56 Levels 40 for play and 16 for analysis
    • 32 grandmaster-level openings
    • Stylus included
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    CM2015 Amazing ChessBaron Keychain Chess Computer

    CM2015 Amazing ChessBaron Keychain Chess Computer

    Disc Battery included. Full Functionality in a Tiny Package! Reduced from £36 to only £6.95
    Free Shipping for UK. An amazing product, and reduced to £6.95! The whole thing is 10cm wide, and 6cm high, The playing area is 4cm square. it's quite easy to use and the buttons are large enough to punch easily. A Keychain chess computer with full functionality and excellent strength of play. An electronic chess marvel and great for chess training on the go
  • Take back, Hint, Undo, Train Mode
  • Disc battery included and installed
  • How did they fit all these facilities in a tiny machine like this - an amazing feat! READ MORE...

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    CM2013 Saitek Travel Chess Computer

    CM2013 Saitek Travel Chess Computer


    Free Shipping for UK. Starter computer chess machine with suprising strength (1300 ELO), settings on many levels and software allows particularly easy settings. An electronic chess marvel and great for training, tutoring for game improvement
  • 64 playing levels: Fun, Casual, Blitz, Bronstein, Bonus Timer, Tournament, Fixed Depth and Tactical
  • 16 stored database opening systems
  • 14-move Take Back - experiment and learn
  • 11 Teach Modes - learning made easy
  • Sensory Chess Board -easy error free move entry
  • Peg Pieces - secure
  • 4-Digit LCD Display
  • Inbuilt chess clock - sharpen your skills
  • Protective cover for your travels
  • Unfinished chess game held in memory - pick up where you left off
  • Automatic Power down feature - conserve battery life
  • 2 * AAA Batteries required (not included)
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    CM2027 Excalibur Talking Handheld Chess Computer

    CM2027 Excalibur Talking Handheld Chess Computer


    Excalibur Electronics LCD Talking Chess packs a new powerful, tournament-strength program and an easy-to-read display w hich can be held in the palm of your hand. It weighs only six ounces, but gives you an adjustable-strength partner ready for a game at any time. All the features of larger models—move take-back, game-saving memory and much more.
    • 73 strength levels
    • 32 mate problems
    • Teaching mode
    • Exciting sound effects
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    CM2024 Excalibur LCD Chess and Draughts Computer

    CM2024 Excalibur LCD Chess and Draughts Computer


    Handheld chess computer. Switch to draughts with the flick of a button. Convenient comfortable hand held chess computer with all the features of an expensive desk top computer. Hint, coaching, referee, take-back and more. Many levels of PCU strength. READ MORE...

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    Chess Computers

    Our wide variety of chess computers at ChessBaron range from handheld machines to state-of-the-art serious electronic chess computers for serious game improvement. If you need electronic chess excellence, with a database of significant opening, middle game and end game capacity, choose one of our Novag, Excalibur or Saitek chess computers. We all have to make a living. Make a living as the next Kasparov!