Chess Sets

Chess sets for every player, from first games to family heirlooms. Our collection covers wooden, plastic, travel, electronic and decorative chess sets, many of them exclusive to Chess House and made by craftsmen and artists around the world. Most sets are in stock and ship from our South Dakota warehouse to more than 150 countries.

Every set is backed by our 90-day money-back guarantee. We also keep replacement pieces available for years, so a lost knight never retires a set.

Not sure where to start?

• Club chess sets are built for frequent play. They’re durable, tournament-sized and a good fit for players of every age.
• Electronic chess sets play at your level anytime, from solo practice to online games.
• Travel chess sets fold, roll or snap shut, so your game goes where you do.

Choosing the right size: the king’s base should fill about 75% of a board square. For tournament play, look for a king about 3¾ inches tall on a board with 2¼-inch squares.

Guide to Choosing a Chess Set

Staunton sets or metal sets? Maple or walnut chessboard?

Before discovering Chess House, people often say how overwhelming it is to sort through websites for hours trying to find a suitable set. Since writing the Chess Sets Guide, I'm thrilled to say that it has helped so many people save time, money, and hassle - and have fun on the journey.

Now in its 7th edition since 2007, Raphael's Chess Sets Guide has helped tens of thousands of people like yourself find their ideal chess set. As a chess enthusiast, you'll more confidently choose an appropriate set for the home, class, club, business, or nearly any purpose.

This guide will help you become familiar with the interesting uses for different styles of chess sets and enable you to select a suitable set for your budget while avoiding frustrations that people often encountered when buying online.

Go ahead and view it online right now.

–Raphael Neff