What do you think is better? Classical, rapid, or blitz?

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Mac-Smith

Which do you think is the best?

pickleburgerhi
Classical
Chess4real1

Classical

whiteknight1968

Classical,,,,,,,,,,but unless I am missing something, there is no such category on this site.

30/0 is "rapid"", 10/0 is "rapid", 60/0 is "rapid"

So the ratings are meaningless.

There is another site that does this much better.

chekagain

Classical is where people play best and most beautiful chess but although you haven’t put it bullet is super fun

Mac-Smith
whiteknight1968 wrote:

Classical,,,,,,,,,,but unless I am missing something, there is no such category on this site.

30/0 is "rapid"", 10/0 is "rapid", 60/0 is "rapid"

So the ratings are meaningless.

There is another site that does this much better.

By rapid or blitz I mean the different sets of time you get to play a game. Rapid is like 10 mins blitz is 3 mins and classical does not need time.

MajestyofPhantomhive

"Classical" definitely best.

LJGoomba

If classical means rapids, then that’s the best!

haveyouseencyan

Rapid 10 min 100%

DreamscapeHorizons

If ur goal is improving instead of just fun then classical.

ChessMasteryOfficial

The choice between classical, rapid and blitz depends on your goals, playing style and what you find most enjoyable.

Hripfria202

Rapid. Not too long, not too short, 10 minutes is a perfect time limit

mpaetz

Classical--players have enough time to find better moves

Iansicles

Rapid

SSEDGE24

if you actually wanna improve at chess probably rapid blitz seems to have diminishing returns in terms of calculation s

Rat9784
BLITZZZZZ
Kaeldorn

Wanna be really proud of a victory? Of an outstanding result that has little or nothing to do with luck? Classical.

coro

Classical

GR-Group

The "better" option depends on your playing style and what you enjoy most. All three formats offer unique advantages: blitz sharpens instincts and facilitates quick decision-making; rapid balances speed and thoughtfulness; and classical allows deep thinking and strategic planning, ideal for improving long-term skills.

LJGoomba
suhaschessplayer wrote:

downvote for rapid upvote for classical

Isn’t rapids and classical the same thing?