Blackjack strategy
Learn how the game works, read basic strategy, or check a hand with the chart and calculator. Each reference explains the rules it assumes.
New to the game? Learn how to play blackjack first.
Soft 17 against a dealer 10: what does basic strategy say?
Playing in the UK? Use the UK no hole card chart.
Check a hand against
the dealer’s card.
Select your cards and the dealer’s up-card to see a basic-strategy recommendation under the stated rules.
Compare hands and see the recommended play.
Guided mode explains the result. Reference mode shows a shorter answer once you know the pattern.
Open full calculator6 decks, dealer stands on soft 17, double any two, double after split, no surrender, dealer checks for blackjack.
Add each drawn card in turn. The recommendation updates after every card; pairs, doubles and surrender are only considered on the first two cards.
Soft 17 versus dealer 10. Take one more card and reassess. Hit: soft 17 cannot bust and needs to improve against a dealer 10.
Learn the rules, then
use the references.
Start with the decisions behind basic strategy, use the chart for a complete view, and practise unfamiliar hands in the free trainer.
Blackjack basic strategy
Understand how your total and the dealer's up-card affect each play.
Blackjack strategy chart
Check hard totals, soft totals and pairs in one table.
Check a specific hand
Choose your cards and the dealer's up-card to see the recommended action.
Practise basic strategy
Answer random hands, learn from mistakes and keep your scores on this device.
Blackjack rules
and common questions.
Read practical guides or browse all blackjack guides.
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