1. Should you hit or stay on 16 in blackjack?
It depends. If it’s a hard 16, you should stay (stand). If the dealer has a low card (2-6), you should hit when there’s a high card (7-10 or Ace).
2. When should I hit or stay in blackjack?
It’s up to you, but the general rules say that if you have a total of 8, hit. That’s because there are still several high-value cards in the decks, and you might be lucky enough to get one!
3. What’s the quickest blackjack guide you can give me?
In a nutshell — stand when you have 12-16 and the dealer has 2-6, and always try out free play blackjack to really understand how the different combinations work in the game.
4. What are the odds of winning blackjack?
Blackjack has some very interesting odds! There’s a house edge of around 1% in most blackjack games because you’re only playing against the dealer, not other players (or experts, as in poker).
5. What’s the best blackjack strategy?
That depends on you, but you can read up and choose a strategy for our blackjack strategy page. Then get practicing it to your heart’s content when you play blackjack in freeplay mode!
6. Is online blackjack a game of skill or luck?
It’s mostly a game of luck (which cards you get), but it’s also a game of skill, as it’s up to you to decide when to hit or stand.
7. Can you cheat at online blackjack?
Not at all. Both in online blackjack, where you play against the computer, and in live blackjack, where you play against a live dealer there’s no way to cheat in the game.
8. Can I play blackjack on mobile?
You definitely can, and it’s something we think every player should experience! Both online blackjack (playing against the computer) and live blackjack (playing against a live dealer) are available to be played on your mobile device.
9. When can I split into blackjack?
Doubling down is when you’re dealt your first two cards and they’re the exact same (e.g. two 10s). You can then play two separate hands of blackjack (in some variants) at the same time.
10. Should I split Aces in blackjack?
Definitely! Since these are two very versatile cards, you’re giving yourself more chances to win during the game.