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Online Blackjack Review & Strategy Guide: Lower the House Edge to 0.5%
By Moolzy Blog · · 8 min read
Blackjack offers the best odds in the casino when played right. Our guide covers rules, basic strategy and which variants to avoid.
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Beat the dealer by getting closer to 21 without going over. Cards 2–10 are face value, picture cards are 10 and aces count as 1 or 11.
Basic strategy
Always split aces and eights, never split tens or fives, double on 11 against anything but an ace, and stand on hard 17 or more. Following a basic strategy chart brings the house edge down to around 0.5%.
Variants to look for
Pick tables paying 3:2 on blackjack — avoid 6:5 games, which nearly triple the house edge. Rules where the dealer stands on soft 17 also help you.
Pros
- Lowest house edge in the casino
- Skill makes a real difference
- Fast rounds
Cons
- Requires learning strategy
- 6:5 tables are common traps
Classic Blackjack FAQ
What is the best blackjack strategy?
Basic strategy — a chart of the mathematically best move for every hand.
