Online Blackjack

Blackjack is probably the only casino card game with the highest chance to win. This is among other thing probably due to the fact that you have a certain control. And if you play the game by the most efficient blackjack strategy, you even have more chance to win!
We will discuss the strategy further on, on this page.
If you are not completely aware of the rules of the game please read how to play blackjack first.

Aim of blackjack

A different name for blackjack can also be twenty-one (21). The aim of the game is to collect 21 points with the cards in your hand.

Blackjack is being played against the bank/dealer. The first to reach 21 points wins. If you have over 21 points you always lose. If your first two cards are Ace and king then you have an original blackjack and you will be paid out 1,5 times your bet. Unless the dealer also has a Blackjack, in this case it is a draw also called a tie. In case of a tie you will regain your bet.
Blackjack is and remains a game of chance but you can increase your winning chances by certain strategies. We will discuss some basic Blackjack strategies.

Pass or hit?

When do you pass and when do you hit (ask for another card)? It can be important to keep an eye on the cards of the dealer. If his hand is low then it is not always necessary for you to hit.

P = Pass, H = Hit

	Dealer’s visible card
Player	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	A
17-21	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
13-16	P	P	P	P	P	H	H	H	H	H
12	H	H	P	P	P	H	H	H	H	H
4-11	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H

Soft hand at Blackjack

With a soft hand you have slightly more chances because the Ace can count as a 1 or a 11.

	Dealer’s visible card
Player	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	A
A, 8-10	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
A,7	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	H	H	H
A, 2-6	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H	H

Double down

Online casinos often have their own rules if it comes to double your bet. Therefore we recommend you to always check the rules on the website of the online casino you are playing. Usually it is allowed to double your bet and at the same time it is a good opportunity to increase your profit. The table below shows an overview of when to double your bet.

Y = Double N = No double

	Dealer’s visible card
Player	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	A
12	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N
11	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	N
10	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y	N	N
9	N	Y	Y	Y	Y	N	N	N	N	N
8	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N
A,8-9	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N
A,6-7	N	Y	Y	Y	Y	N	N	N	N	N
A,4-5	N	N	Y	Y	Y	N	N	N	N	N
A, 2-3	N	N	N	Y	Y	N	N	N	N	N

Split

If you have two cards of the same kind you are allowed to split them and play two hands. Online casinos sometimes differ in the rules about splitting so always check their website first. A standard rule is to never split 5’s or 10’s, and to always split Aces and 8’. If you receive a double card on you split you are usually allowed to split them too.

S = Split, N = No Split

	Dealer’s visible card
Player	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	A
A,A	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S
10,10	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N
9,9	S	S	S	S	S	N	S	S	N	N
8,8	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S
7,7	S	S	S	S	S	S	N	N	N	N
6,6	S	S	S	S	S	N	N	N	N	N
5,5	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N
4,4	N	N	N	S	S	N	N	N	N	N
3,3	S	S	S	S	S	S	N	N	N	N
2,2	S	S	S	S	S	S	N	N	N	N

Insurance

Next to these strategies it is also possible to buy an insurance. You can do this when the dealer’s first card is an Ace. This raises the chance for the dealer to get a blackjack. By buying insurance you will secure your bet. If the dealer indeed does have a Blackjack you will receive your money back. If the dealer does not have a Blackjack you will lose your bet and the money you paid for the insurance. We advise against the insurance because you often lose more money then you win with it.

Where can you play Blackjack?

Are you all enthusiastic to start playing Blackjack after reading this page and the rules of the game? We have composed a top 3 for you. The Blackjack tables on these online casinos are of high standard and very clarifying. The experience of Casinohunt is also that these online casinos are very safe and reliable.

Casinohunt hints

• Before your start playing, define a maximum budget for your playing session
• If you want to play for a long time, then play with smaller bets.
• If you do not have luck with one strategy then do not start switching strategies all the time. This decreases your odds significantly and raises your frustration. Try to stick to one strategy at the time otherwise stop playing for a short while.
• Avoid as much as you can the option of insurance.
• Always check out the local rules of an online casino.
• Start playing on a training table before playing with real money, to get the hang of it and to see if you like Blackjack.
• Make sure that you keep having fun! Set limits for yourself when to stop and stick to these during playing. If it does not work out for you one day, just stop for a while and try again later.
• Make sure you play at a reliable casino, for example one of the casino’s recommended by us.