3000 ELO Chess Bot: Play Nox Free
Nox is the 3000 ELO chess bot on ChessRank, one of twelve bots on a ladder from 0 to 3000 ELO. Play Nox free right here in your browser, with no login, no ads and no daily limit.
Nox is not held back like the rest of the ladder. It plays the strongest move it finds in its thinking time, backed by an opening book searched in advance. Nox is the biggest challenge on ChessRank: even a draw is something to be proud of, and every game shows you how an engine punishes small inaccuracies.
How to beat Nox
Aim for a draw first
Trade pieces, keep the position solid and avoid sharp lines. Holding Nox to a draw is a real achievement.
Use takebacks to learn
Take a move back after a mistake and look for the better move. Treat the game as sparring, not as a match.
Study where it punished you
The review shows exactly which move let Nox in. Those moments are your training plan.
How to play Nox
Choose your colour
Nox is already selected above. Pick White, Black or Random and, if you like, a clock.
Play and ask for help
Move by dragging or tapping. Ask Chess Coach for a hint or take a move back whenever you want.
Review and climb
When the game ends, get a full Stockfish review with your accuracy. Win comfortably and move up to the next bot.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the 3000 ELO chess bot?
Nox plays the strongest move it can find in its thinking time, backed by an opening book searched in advance. It is the strongest bot on ChessRank.
Is playing the 3000 ELO bot free?
Yes. Playing Nox is completely free, with no ads, no login and no daily limit, because the engine runs in your own browser.
What if Nox is too easy or too hard?
Nox is the top of the ladder. If it is too strong, drop down to Regent at 2000 ELO, the strongest bot that still plays at a human level.
Can I review my game against Nox?
Yes. When the game ends you get a full Stockfish game review with accuracy for both sides and every brilliant move, mistake and blunder marked, the same review you can run on your chess.com and lichess games.