Top board games and mahjong sets compared

Our top picks

1. TM1. The Mahjong House: best for The Mahjong House

   The Mahjong House sells heirloom quality mahjong tiles, mats, racks, storage and accessories, plus travel sets, in several design collections.

   • Brand or store: Brand

   Pros

   • Dedicated mahjong range covering tiles, mats, racks, storage and playing accessories
   • Multiple signature design stories including Deco, Mod, House, Brights and Jewels themes
   • Travel sets pair lightweight tiles with racks, bag, cards and matching mats
   • Tiles and mats designed as display worthy pieces for the home

   Cons

   • Narrow focus on mahjong goods with no broader game catalog
   • Decorative heirloom styling may not appeal to minimalist traditional players

2. C2. Chessnut: best for Chessnut

   Chessnut makes smart electronic chess boards that work with Chess.com and Lichess and support AI training and over the board play. Portable and premium models are available.

   Pros

   • Full piece recognition tracks moves across wooden portable and home boards
   • Links to dedicated app plus outside tools for multiplayer and analysis
   • Carrying bags, display protectors and spare sensor pieces support upkeep
   • In house engineering and owned factories guide build quality

   Cons

   • Range centers only on connected chess boards and related accessories
   • Expanded play depends on app connection and outside software tools

3. WM3. Winning Moves: best for Winning Moves

   The Winning Moves UK shop sells board games and card games, including classics such as Monopoly, Cluedo and Top Trumps and themed games based on films, TV shows and sports.

   • Markets: GB

4. TR4. The Regency Chess Company: best for The Regency Chess Company

   The Regency Chess Company sells chess sets, boards, pieces and more, with free UK delivery.

   • Markets: GB

5. HO5. House Of Staunton: best for House Of Staunton

   House of Staunton sells chess sets, boards, boxes and more across all budgets, from plastic sets to luxury heirloom sets.

   Pros

   • Wide span from plastic tournament sets to heirloom luxury pieces and boards
   • Electronic boards and computers alongside traditional wooden pieces and tables
   • Custom printed products plus design your own set combinations
   • Chess boxes, storage coffers and replacement pieces support long term ownership

   Cons

   • Catalog centers only on chess, with little for other board games
   • Specialty tables and electronic boards add complexity to simple shopping

6. C6. ChessSets: best for ChessSets

   ChessSets sells chess sets and boards, from traditional wooden sets to contemporary designs, with Klarna payment available.

   • Markets: GB

   Pros

   • Focused catalogue spanning Staunton, historic replica, themed and travel magnetic sets
   • Full inventory held in UK warehouse enabling fast daily dispatch with tracking
   • Direct sourcing from artisans predominately in Europe built over thirteen years
   • Weekday assistance with after sales care to guide selection and shipment queries

   Cons

   • Catalogue covers chess only, without wider board game categories for variety
   • Customer help available Monday to Friday only, without weekend contact hours
   • Online ordering model tied to warehouse dispatch and parcel delivery flow

7. WC7. Wholesale Chess: best for Wholesale Chess

   Wholesale Chess supplies chess sets, chess pieces, chess boards and other chess supplies.

8. BG8. Beanie Games: best for Beanie Games

   UK online games shop selling board games, jigsaws and miniatures games, including Games Workshop ranges.

   • Markets: GB

   Pros

   • Local store with a friendly play space for visits and meetups
   • Wide mix of board games, plush toys, audio players and cards
   • Regular club nights, tournaments and community events for players
   • Store pickup plus express postal delivery for home orders

   Cons

   • Single town location limits easy visits for shoppers farther away
   • Event program centers on set weekly days, reducing flexible timing

9. UC9. US Chess Federation Sales: best for US Chess Federation Sales

   Chess shop of the US Chess Federation selling chess pieces, boards, clocks and books, with worldwide shipping on selected items.

   Pros

   • Full chess lineup from pieces and boards to clocks, books and software
   • Custom set combinations plus printed boards, bags and scorebooks
   • Electronic boards, chess computers and downloadable training options
   • Purchases support the United States Chess Federation mission

   Cons

   • Focuses only on chess, with no broader family or hobby games
   • Customer help is listed only for weekday daytime Central hours

10. T10. Trefl: best for Trefl

    Polish maker of puzzles, board games and toys, selling its ranges directly to customers.

    • Brand or store: Brand
    • Markets: PL

    Pros

    • Thousands of puzzle designs for children and adults alike
    • Family board games that encourage learning and shared play
    • Age grouped toys and books for babies to older kids
    • Wholesale ordering and made to order production options

    Cons

    • Range centers on puzzles and family play with narrower scope
    • Focus on the Polish market may limit shoppers elsewhere