Welcome to Pawn Appétit
The ultimate open-source chess analysis toolkit for players of all levels.
What is Pawn Appétit?
Pawn Appétit is a modern, free, and open-source chess GUI (Graphical User Interface) designed to provide professional-grade chess analysis tools without the hefty price tag. Built with Rust and Tauri, it offers exceptional performance while maintaining a beautiful, intuitive interface.
Open Source
Key Features
🧠 Smart Analysis
Deep engine analysis with support for multiple UCI engines including Stockfish.
📚 Repertoire Training
Build and train your opening repertoire with spaced repetition.
🔍 Position Search
Search millions of positions across your databases instantly.
⚙️ Engine Management
Manage, configure, and compare multiple chess engines with ease.
💾 Database Management
Organize and search through large PGN databases efficiently.
🎨 Customizable UI
Personalize the interface with themes, board styles, and layouts.
Quick Start
Get up and running with Pawn Appétit in just a few minutes:
- Download the latest release for your platform (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
- Install and launch the application
- Import your games or start analyzing
- Configure your preferred chess engines
Getting Help
Need assistance? We're here to help:
- →GitHub Issues: Report bugs or request features
- →Discord Community: Chat with other users and developers