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DarkSquares vs QRSong!

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DarkSquares compared with QRSong!
DetailDarkSquares logo DarkSquaresQRSong! logo QRSong!
What it doesProgressive blindfold chess training from square recognition to full games Turn playlists into QR music cards for guessing games
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Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree: €0 forever with unlimited exercises, games vs AI, and access to levels 1-3. Pro Lifetime: €39 one-time payment for all 7 levels, all 8 AI difficulties, famous games library, endgame training, and intermediate tactics. Digital PDF: €13 for up to 500 cards. Printed A4 sheets: from €19. Printed cards: from €21 for 50 cards, €67 for 500 cards. Gift box: €6.99 (discounted for multiple boxes). QRGames! add-on: €5 per playlist. App Designer: €9 one-time account upgrade.
Key features
  • 7 progressive training levels from square colors to full blindfold games
  • Unlimited exercises and games against AI
  • Voice-controlled play in 6 languages
  • Progress tracking and achievement system
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Famous grandmaster games to replay blindfolded
  • Endgame training module
  • Multiple board visibility modes
  • Tactical puzzles and exercises
  • Support for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Tidal and Deezer playlists
  • Customizable card design with personal photos, logos and fonts
  • Digital PDF format for instant home printing
  • Free companion app for iOS and Android to scan and play cards
  • Music Bingo, Music Trivia and Music Timeline game modes
  • Verified release years checked by AI and manual review
  • Up to 10 different card designs in a single deck
  • App Designer to customize the app's appearance with personal branding
  • Optional gift box with custom lid design and personal message
What makes it different
  • Systematic progression from fundamentals to blindfold mastery, not just a side effect of puzzle training
  • Free tier is genuinely free with no dark patterns or engagement manipulation
  • One-time €39 lifetime payment with no subscription required
  • Built and maintained by a single indie developer actively improving the product
  • Available across web, iOS, and Android with unified account
  • Advanced AI algorithm for accurate release year determination with manual verification
  • One-time purchase with no subscription or recurring fees
  • Ability to add songs to existing orders after purchase
  • Compatibility with Hitster cards and other QR music card games in the app
  • Earn discount credits by sharing playlists with the community
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)25 no change since last check5 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)231
Citation Flow (Majestic)3124
Referring domains (Majestic)4534

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