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Blackjack card counting, taught properly

Count with confidence.

Lessons, drills and a full table simulator that take you from the rules of blackjack to casino-speed Hi-Lo counting. Practice with virtual units only; no real money, ever.

Try it: count ten cards

Each card has a Hi-Lo value: 2–6 are +1, 7–9 are 0, tens and aces are −1. Add them up as the cards land.

Press Deal to see ten cards.

How it works

Three steps, at your own pace. Most learners spend 10 to 20 minutes a day.

  1. 1

    Learn

    Short lessons with text, video and interactive tables cover the rules, basic strategy, card values, the running count and the true count.

  2. 2

    Practice

    Drills, daily memory games and a full table simulator build speed and accuracy. Guidance fades as you improve, from narrated hands to silent play.

  3. 3

    Prove it

    Exams at the table check your count, strategy, deviations and bet sizing under realistic conditions, verified by our servers.

Everything you need to count well

  • Lessons with video

    A 10-module curriculum with clear text, short videos and interactive examples. Pick reading, watching or doing first; every format stays available.

  • A full table simulator

    Play at a realistic table with bots, a shoe and a discard tray. Practice, coached and exam modes, with a replay of every hand.

  • Daily memory games

    Short games that sharpen the skills counting depends on: card memory, speed and holding a number through distraction.

  • Progress and a personal plan

    A daily plan sized to your time, built from your skill model. Every recommendation tells you why it is there.

  • An optional AI coach

    Ask about a hand you played or a lesson you read. It explains; it never promises results.

The curriculum

Ten modules, from the rules of the game to playing responsibly. A short placement test lets you skip what you already know.

  1. Module 1Blackjack foundations
  2. Module 2Basic strategy
  3. Module 3Card values
  4. Module 4Running count
  5. Module 5True count
  6. Module 6Betting with the count
  7. Module 7Playing deviations
  8. Module 8Game selection
  9. Module 9In the casino
  10. Module 10Responsible play
Explore the curriculum

Plans

Monthly, annual or lifetime access. Subscriptions start with a free trial for new members.

The free preview includes Module 1 and the daily challenge.

Frequently asked questions

Is card counting legal?

In most places, counting cards in your head is legal: you are simply paying attention to the cards that have been played. Casinos are private businesses, though, and many can refuse to let you play, limit your bets or ask you to leave. Using devices to count is illegal in many jurisdictions. Laws vary, so check the rules where you live and play. This is general information, not legal advice.

Will I win money?

Not necessarily. Counting can shift the long-run edge slightly toward a skilled player, usually by a percent or less, but the short-run swings are large and losing sessions are normal even when you play perfectly. Many people who learn to count never play for money at all. Treat this as a skill to learn, and never gamble with money you can’t afford to lose.

Is there a free trial?

Monthly and annual plans start with a free trial for new members. You can cancel before it ends and you won’t be charged.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes, from your billing settings. You keep access until the end of the period you paid for.

Read all questions

Deckwise teaches a skill with virtual units only. If you choose to gamble, set limits first and never chase losses.

Responsible play

Start with the first card.

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