Chess Rating Converter
Convert your rating between Chess.com, Lichess, and estimated FIDE Elo. Approximate conversions based on community data and published analyses.
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About these conversions
Lichess ratings run approximately 200-300 points higher than Chess.com for the same player. This is because each platform has different rating pools, starting values, and K-factors.
FIDE Elo ratings are earned in over-the-board tournament play and tend to be lower than both online platforms. The conversion is a rough estimate — actual FIDE ratings depend on tournament experience.
These conversions are most reliable in the 1000-2200 range. At extreme ends of the scale, the relationship between platforms becomes less predictable.
Common questions
Different starting ratings, rating floors, and player pool dynamics cause Lichess ratings to run higher. This does not mean one platform is easier — the rating numbers simply use different scales.
Only as a rough guide. FIDE ratings require over-the-board tournament games and use different K-factors. Many online players find their first FIDE rating is lower than expected.
Each platform accurately reflects performance within its own pool. Cross-platform comparisons are inherently approximate because the pools, time controls, and conditions differ.