Registration and pairing
OnlineRegistration.cc exports to SwissSys or WinTD and has a SwissSys companion for publishing. Chess67 runs its own pairings on the registered roster. Both products support rating checks and US Chess membership purchases.
Chess67 vs OnlineRegistration.cc
By the Chess67 TeamUpdated 2026-08-30We make Chess67
OnlineRegistration.cc offers chess-specific entry rules and generates SwissSys and WinTD files directly. It also supports multiple player profiles per account, email/text pairings, and a separately purchased club-membership database.
Chess67 pairs registered players in its own browser tools. Registration, check-in, pairings, and result entry work on phones with an internet connection.
Summary
OnlineRegistration.cc is useful if you plan to keep SwissSys or WinTD. Chess67 lets you register players and run rounds in a browser.
Consider Chess67 if
- Players and parents need to register from phones.
- You want to pair registered players without moving roster files to desktop software.
- You prefer published transaction fees and club plan prices.
- You want a club storefront alongside registration and pairing tools.
Consider OnlineRegistration.cc if
- You intend to keep SwissSys or WinTD.
- You already use its rating supplement and USCF membership tools.
- Your events rely on section filters for age, grade, rating, or title.
Try Chess67 for one event. Check registration, pairings, and reporting before moving other events from OnlineRegistration.cc.
At a glance
| Fact | Chess67 | OnlineRegistration.cc |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Web platform for chess clubs and tournaments: registration, payments, pairings, standings, and member management | Chess tournament registration platform built to feed SwissSys and WinTD |
| Runs on | Browser on a phone, tablet, or computer | Web registration plus desktop pairing tools; vendor support warns mobile is not fully supported |
| Price | No required core subscription*; standard 2% on processed sales plus processor fees; optional paid club plans | Public organizer pricing not found; request a current quote |
| Payments | Stripe or PayPal checkout, subject to merchant, currency, and purchase eligibility; Venmo for eligible US/USD transactions | PayPal, Authorize.Net, or Stripe gateways |
| Formats & reporting | Swiss, round robin, double round robin, quads, single elimination, and double elimination; USCF tiebreaks and rating report export; FIDE TRF preparation | No pairing engine; generates SwissSys and WinTD files, publishes pairings and results |
| Best for | Directors who want phone registration and browser pairing tools | Directors using SwissSys or WinTD with detailed section entry rules |
OnlineRegistration.cc's organizer prices weren't published on the pages we checked. Ask for a quote that includes messaging and the membership database.
Sources and review notes*Core club and tournament tools have no subscription fee. Chess67's standard fee is 2% on processed sales, plus payment processing. Optional paid club plans increase messaging, member insight, and custom page limits. See the pricing page. Eligible nonprofits can apply for discounted processing rates; see Stripe's eligibility requirements.
The free Pawn plan includes an unlimited roster, 500 emails and 50 SMS per month, insights for 50 families (linked children included), and one custom club page. Paid plans raise these limits and add unlimited pages and Offline Mode (beta) for tournaments. Messages remain subject to recipient preferences and delivery restrictions.
Venmo appears only where PayPal marks it eligible: US merchant and buyer, USD checkout, supported browser/device, and the Venmo app installed. PayPal eligibility docs
From registration to rating reports
Chess67 uses the same roster for registration, pairings, and results. Directors review and submit rating reports outside Chess67. Joining a club during signup is optional.
Chess67 event tools
Registration, pairings, and results share a roster
- 1
Club & event website
- Public pages for your club and events
- Schedules, location maps, sections, and entry lists
- Drag-and-drop club page builder; one custom page on the free plan
OnlineRegistration.cc supports this stage - 2
Registration & payment
- Sections with their own pricing, eligibility, and bye requests
- Family checkout, custom questions, and configurable USCF membership checks
- Stripe or PayPal checkout at signup
OnlineRegistration.cc supports this stage - 3
Tournament day
- QR-code check-in for players and families
- Swiss, round robin, and quad pairings with USCF tiebreaks
- Result entry for staff, plus an optional self-serve kiosk
OnlineRegistration.cc supports this stage - 4
Rating report preparation
- Compliance checks mapped to USCF rule numbers
- Three-file USCF DBF package for director review and submission
- FIDE TRF preparation; Chess67 is not FIDE-certified
OnlineRegistration.cc: not verified
Markers show where a product or its companion service has relevant features. This does not mean it includes every Chess67 feature listed; check the comparison notes for details.
Returning players and club members
reuse profiles at the next eventPlayer profiles retain registration history. Players can also join eligible clubs during signup; registration alone does not create a club membership.
- Returning player and parent-managed child profiles
- Membership groups and dues collection
- Email and SMS within your plan's allowances
- Member history and engagement reports within your plan's limits
OnlineRegistration.cc: OnlineRegistration.cc handles signup and publishing alongside a desktop pairing program. Family profiles and its paid membership database support returning players and club renewals.
Key differences
Phones
OnlineRegistration.cc's support page says mobile devices are not fully supported and asks users to try a PC or Mac. Chess67 supports registration, check-in, and result entry from phones with an internet connection.
Member records and costs
OnlineRegistration.cc saves player profiles and purchase history; its paid membership database handles club renewals. Organizer pricing requires a quote. Chess67's core tools have no subscription fee, with a standard 2% fee on processed sales plus processing. Paid club plans increase message, insight, and page limits.
Screenshots
Screenshots show the pages linked below and may include older prices or features. Use the dated source notes for current details.
Chess67Chess67's public tournament page with registration, standings, schedule, and location, shown with sample data.
Source
OnlineRegistration.ccOnlineRegistration.cc's feature list covers entry rules, rating data, payments, and SwissSys/WinTD exports.
SourceComparison notes: Both save information for returning players. OnlineRegistration.cc exports to desktop pairing programs; Chess67 includes its own pairing tools.
Chess67 feature demos
Chess67 screens with sample data.
Check USCF membership status during signup. Checks can use cached records; directors choose whether an expired membership warns or blocks entry.
Open demo
Players choose a section by rating range and price, then request any byes.
Open demo
Require phone, school, or other registration details. School suggestions use Google Places.
Open demoFeature comparison
Open Details for feature limits and Source for the documentation. Not verified means we couldn't confirm whether the feature is supported.
| Capability | What we checked | Chess67 | OnlineRegistration.cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public online registration pages | Players can enter online; entries populate the organizer's roster. | Yes Details for Chess67: Public online registration pagesPublic event signup feeds the tournament roster. | Yes Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Public online registration pagesPublic chess-specific entry forms. |
| Payments collected at signup | Entry payments are recorded alongside registration. | Yes Details for Chess67: Payments collected at signupStandard 2% plus processor fees; merchant, currency, and purchase-type eligibility apply. | Yes Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Payments collected at signupPayPal, Authorize.Net, and Stripe gateways. |
| Pairings and tiebreaks built in | Generates pairings and calculates standings within the product. | Yes Details for Chess67: Pairings and tiebreaks built inNative pairings and configurable tiebreaks; not a claim of FIDE certification. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Pairings and tiebreaks built inExports/integrates with SwissSys or WinTD; not a native pairing engine. |
| Round-robin pairings | Round-robin scheduling. Notes identify any support for automatic quad grouping. | Yes Details for Chess67: Round-robin pairingsSupports round robin, double round robin, and quads. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Round-robin pairingsScheduling and pairing use the connected desktop program. |
| Single- and double-elimination brackets | Tracks bracket advancement. The notes distinguish single from double elimination. | Yes Details for Chess67: Single- and double-elimination bracketsTracks advancement through single- and double-elimination brackets. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Single- and double-elimination bracketsBracket management uses separate pairing software. |
| Online pairings and standings for players | Players can view published boards and scores. Notes distinguish live updates from uploaded reports. | Yes Details for Chess67: Online pairings and standings for playersPublished standings update online; offline edits need review and synchronization. | Partial Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Online pairings and standings for playersPublishing uses SwissSys files and its desktop companion. |
| USCF rating report export | Creates a USCF rating report for a director to review and submit. | Yes Details for Chess67: USCF rating report exportThree-file DBF ZIP; the director reviews and submits it externally. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: USCF rating report exportPairing files and membership batches are not completed tournament rating reports. |
| FIDE report (TRF) preparation | Prepares a FIDE report for arbiter and federation review; certification is separate. | Yes Details for Chess67: FIDE report (TRF) preparationNative TRF16 preparation for eligible sections with required reporting data; not FIDE-certified. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: FIDE report (TRF) preparationRating submission relies on the external pairing program. |
| Custom registration questions | Organizers can add questions beyond standard player, section, and bye fields. | Yes Details for Chess67: Custom registration questionsCustom questions and required registration fields are configurable. | Yes Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Custom registration questionsCustom questions and section rules documented. |
| Family accounts (one parent, several kids) | Parents can reuse saved profiles for several children. | Yes Details for Chess67: Family accounts (one parent, several kids)Parent-managed child profiles and shared checkout for up to ten registrants. | Yes Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Family accounts (one parent, several kids)Reusable multiple player profiles under one account. |
| Check-in from a phone on site | Staff can mark players present from a phone. | Yes Details for Chess67: Check-in from a phone on siteStaff and family check-in after organizer setup; requires internet. | Not verified Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Check-in from a phone on sitePhone attendance controls not verified. |
| Messaging and announcements to players | Send event notices or club announcements. Confirmation-only mail, arbiter chat, and delivery through separate tools are marked Partial. | Yes Details for Chess67: Messaging and announcements to playersFree club allowance: 500 emails and 50 SMS monthly. Paid plans expand quotas; preferences apply. | Yes Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Messaging and announcements to playersPairing notices by text/email; confirm delivery charges. |
| Member history (attendance, payments, engagement) | Member attendance, payment history, and engagement reports. | Yes Details for Chess67: Member history (attendance, payments, engagement)Unlimited roster; free insights cover 50 families, including linked children. Paid plans expand insights. | Partial Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Member history (attendance, payments, engagement)Paid membership database and purchase history; engagement analytics unverified. |
| Organizer tools on phones and tablets | Registration and tournament controls usable on a phone or tablet. | Yes Details for Chess67: Organizer tools on phones and tabletsSignup, check-in, pairings, and result entry work in a mobile browser. | Partial Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Organizer tools on phones and tabletsVendor warns mobile is not fully supported; recommends PC/Mac troubleshooting. |
| Offline pairing and result entry | Pairs rounds and records results without internet. Notes explain setup and availability. | Partial Details for Chess67: Offline pairing and result entryBeta, included with the Bishop plan and above. Pair rounds and enter results on one prepared device; check-in and checkout stay online. | No Details for OnlineRegistration.cc: Offline pairing and result entryDisconnected pairing belongs to the separate desktop software. |
Yes = Documented support; paid tiers and usage allowances are noted. Partial = Documented support with functional limits or a companion tool. No = Outside the product's documented scope. Not verified = Not verified from the public documentation reviewed.
FIDE report support means file preparation. Chess67 is not approved, certified, or endorsed by FIDE. Confirm reporting requirements with your arbiter or federation.
Offline Mode is in beta and included with the Bishop plan ($15/mo billed yearly) and above. Prepare the tournament on one device while online. You can then pair rounds and enter results without a connection. Check-in, registration, payments, rating lookups, and public updates still need internet. Review and sync saved changes when you reconnect.
Common questions
Try Chess67 with your event
Create a tournament page, add a sample roster, and test pairings and reporting before using it for a live event.
Sources and review notes
We make Chess67. We checked competitors' public documentation and Chess67's source code. We haven't tested every product or confirmed the production availability of every feature. Source links include the date checked.
- OnlineRegistration.cc feature list· checked 2026-08-30
- OnlineRegistration.cc contact and mobile-support notice· checked 2026-08-30
- “Yes” means documented support. Required plans and usage limits are noted for every product, including Chess67.
- “Partial” means a functional limitation or a separate companion product is involved. Each note explains which.
- “No” means the feature is outside the product's documented scope. “Not verified” means we couldn't confirm it; the feature may still exist.
- SwissSys includes ChessRoster and Swiss-Manager includes Chess-Results where noted. Pairing support requires a built-in engine; roster exports and hosted reports are listed separately.
- Screenshots illustrate the interface. Check the dated sources for current pricing and features.
Updated 2026-08-30