scidvsmac ☆
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Description:
Chess toolkit
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.26@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: chess database analysis pgn utility
Install: brew install --cask scidvsmac
About:
Scid vs. Mac is a comprehensive chess database and analysis suite for macOS. It provides powerful tools for organizing games, analyzing positions with engines, and managing large collections of chess openings and matches. The software serves as a versatile platform for both serious study and casual play.
Key Features:
  • Integrated chess database for storing and managing millions of games
  • Support for UCI and WinBoard chess engines for deep analysis
  • Advanced tree and opening statistics for repertoire development
  • Built-in PGN and SCID database file support
Use Cases:
  • Analyzing game collections and identifying strategic patterns
  • Preparing opening repertoires using statistical data
  • Playing against computer opponents with adjustable strength
Alternatives:
  • ChessBase – Industry standard but proprietary and expensive; Scid vs. Mac is free and open-source.
  • Lichess – Web-based platform with online focus; Scid vs. Mac is a native desktop application for offline database management.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jun 30, 2024 12:01pm 4.25 0 VERSION_BUMP dd306b66
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