Play Speed Chess Online — Blitz, Bullet & Rapid on SpeedChess.de

Run your own chess tournament

On SpeedChess.de any logged-in player can set up a chess tournament in a few clicks: choose Swiss or Round Robin, 4 to 32 players and a time control from 1+0 bullet to 15+10 rapid.

Ideal for friends, school chess clubs and online chess evenings. There is nothing to pay and no team, club or subscription to set up first: log in, open the Tournaments page and invite your players.

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Frequently asked questions about online speed chess

What is speed chess?

Speed chess is chess played with a short clock: bullet (about 1–2 minutes per player), blitz (3–5 minutes) and rapid (10–15 minutes). Quick decisions, tactics and time management matter as much as opening knowledge.

Can I play chess online for free without registering?

Yes. SpeedChess.de is free. You can start a casual game as a guest without an account; create a free account to save your games, rating and progress.

Which time controls are available?

Bullet (1+0, 2+1), blitz (3+0, 5+0, 5+3), rapid (10+0, 15+10) and classical (30+0), against players worldwide or against the computer.

Can I analyze my games for free?

Yes. The analysis board uses the Stockfish engine to evaluate your games and positions, and you can load a game from PGN.

Does SpeedChess have tournaments?

Yes. Logged-in players can create and join chess tournaments in Swiss or Round Robin format, for 4 to 32 players, from 1+0 bullet up to 15+10 rapid.

Can I play against the computer?

Yes. Choose "vs Bot" and pick one of five difficulty levels, from beginner-friendly to very strong. No account is needed.

Can I delete my account and my data?

Yes. In your settings you can export your data and permanently delete your account at any time. Details are in our privacy policy.

How do I create a free chess tournament online?

Log in, open the Tournaments page and choose a name, time control, number of players (4–32) and format (Swiss or Round Robin). Creating and playing is free, and you do not need a team, club or subscription.