# (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer

Published January 1, 2026 · Updated August 10, 2026

Chess database, analysis and game playing program

Category: Developer Tools · Free · Version 1.14 · [Official website](https://www.hiarcs.com/mac-chess-explorer.html)

## Install with Homebrew

`brew install --cask hiarcs-chess-explorer`

## Features

- Easy installation via Homebrew
- Regular updates and maintenance
- Free to use
- Professional support available

## FAQ

### How do I install (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run `brew install --cask hiarcs-chess-explorer`. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run `hiarcs-chess-explorer` from Terminal.

### Is (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer free?

Yes, (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer is completely free to use. 

### How do I uninstall (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask hiarcs-chess-explorer`. Homebrew will remove (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

### What are alternatives to (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer?

There are several developer tools apps available for macOS. Browse the Developer Tools category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

### How do I update (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask hiarcs-chess-explorer` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

### Does (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, (Deep) HIARCS Chess Explorer can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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