Hello,
I understand your dilemma! Chessbase is a powerful tool but can be pricey. Hiarcs Chess Explorer is a great, more affordable alternative with many useful features. Scid is also a solid free option, though it may require more effort to set up and manage databases.
Best Regards,
John Dane
Chessbase, Hiarcs, Scid
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Dec 2, 2024
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The time I have spend to set up ScidvsPc a few years ago were the best spend hours in my chess life. I use it on a daily basis now.
(Btw Scid and ScidvsPC are not the same. They do the same but it’s different software).
(Btw Scid and ScidvsPC are not the same. They do the same but it’s different software).
Dec 2, 2024
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Thanks AtaChess68, have you ever tried the comparison with Chessbase or Hiarcs?
Between Scid and Scid vs PC which is more suitable?
Dec 2, 2024
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#6
I have only used ScidvsPC, so I can’t compare (except for the money, ScidvsPC is free in all aspects).
Dec 2, 2024
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#8
I followed a YouTube from Coffee with Teddy Bear, Scid vs PC how to setup and use.
Pro tip: when you are done with the setup, don’t start working straight away but do some tests. I my first days I lost my work a few times. I can’t remember how and it never happens anymore but apparently there were a few counter intuitive clicks.
Pro tip: when you are done with the setup, don’t start working straight away but do some tests. I my first days I lost my work a few times. I can’t remember how and it never happens anymore but apparently there were a few counter intuitive clicks.
Dec 2, 2024
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#9
Feel free to private message me (I read the fora only on and of but always check my messages).
Stavo valutando l'acquisto della nuova versione di Chessbase. Sembra interessante anche se costa parecchio. Come alternative ho letto di Hiarcs che sembra costare molto meno, oppure addirittura gratis ci sarebbe Scid (anche se immagino non abbia tanti orpelli e richieda un po' di tempo per alimentare i database etc.)
Qualcuno potrebbe raccontare la propria esperienza ?
Grazie in anticipo