# Chess Tactics in Caro-Kann > Theory and playing hooks in the most sharp and deciding variations of Caro-Kann Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.carokann](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.carokann) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.chessking.android.learn.carokann` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Chess King - **Category:** GAME\_BOARD - **Downloads:** 53,941 - **Rating:** 4.93 / 5 (285 ratings) - **Version:** 5.4.1 - **Last updated:** 2026-05-22 - **First published:** 2016-05-26 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 29 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-15 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chessking.android.learn.carokann) - **Website:** [https://learn.chessking.com](https://learn.chessking.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://chessking.com/android\_privacy\_policy.html](https://chessking.com/android_privacy_policy.html) ## Description ### Chess Tactics in Caro-Kann - Sharp and Decisive Variations This Chrome extension offers club and intermediate chess players an extensive course focused on the Caro-Kann Defense, starting from the moves 1.e4 c6. Featuring over 150 examples and 350 exercises, it covers the sharpest and most critical lines such as the Two Knights' Defense, Panov Attack, Capablanca variation, and more. The course is part of Chess King Learn's innovative teaching method, combining in-depth theory with interactive practical exercises that help consolidate your knowledge effectively. Features include real-time hints, error refutations, game simulations against the computer, rating tracking, and flexible test modes. The application supports offline study, tablet optimization, and synchronization across platforms via a free Chess King account. Designed to boost your understanding and tactical skill with Caro-Kann, this tool is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their mastery of one of chess's most reliable openings. ## Rankings - #290,786 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.chessking.android.learn.carokann.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` ## Review summary Users appreciate the app for its effective and well-explained Caro-Kann opening theory and tactical training, finding it valuable for chess improvement. Most praise the quality of explanations and appropriate problem levels. However, several users note that access to many lessons requires unlocking or payment, limiting available content, including popular defenses. There are requests for more free content and usability enhancements like interface shortcuts. ### Pros - Effective for learning the Caro-Kann opening and tactical training - High quality theory and well-articulated explanations - User-friendly for implementing theory into practice - Valued by users for opening preparation and improving chess repertoire - Appropriate problem difficulty level for users ### Cons - Limited access to some lessons unless paid/unlocked - Only two Caro-Kann defenses available with popular lines blocked behind paywall - User requests for free access to all content - Feature requests such as adding shortcuts or gestures for ease of use ## Similar extensions and apps - [Chess Tactics: French Defense](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.french) — 50,917 users, 4.75 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in King's Indian](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.kingsindian) — 42,204 users, 5.00 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in Sicilian 2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.sicilian) — 52,439 users, 4.57 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in Slav Defense](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.slavdefense) — 31,340 users, 4.88 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in Open Games](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.opengames) — 110,132 users, 4.57 / 5 - [Tactics in Scandinavian Def.](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.scandinavian) — 30,679 users, 4.33 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in Sicilian 1](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.sicilian1) — 113,470 users, 4.50 / 5 - [Chess Tactics in Grünfeld Def.](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.grunfeld) — 31,089 users, 5.00 / 5 - [Chess Strategy for Beginners](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.complete) — 376,465 users, 4.34 / 5 - [Chess Tactics Art (1600-1800)](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.ctartforclub) — 133,205 users, 4.55 / 5 - [Learn Chess: Beginner to Club](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.beginnerstoclub) — 1,766,114 users, 4.37 / 5 - [Chess Strategy (1800-2400)](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.chessstrategy) — 774,107 users, 4.57 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.carokann)