Hit
Lesson description
Are you hitting too much in blackjack? Learn the best and worst moments to hit using basic strategy with Mr Blackjack, and avoid taking unnecessary risks in your games.
Avoid unnecessary risk in your games by applying basic strategy to hitting with Mr Blackjack’s advice.
What this lesson covers
- The best hands to hit
- The worst hands to hit
- The trickiest hands to hit in blackjack
- How to apply basic strategy to hitting
Episodes
FAQs
Do you hit or stay on 16?
It depends on the dealer’s up-card. If the dealer has 7 or 8, you should hit. Surrender if the dealer has 9 or higher, otherwise hit. If the dealer has 6 or less though, you should stay.
Do you hit on 17?
According to basic strategy, you should stand. This is regardless of the number of decks in play.
Should I hit on 12?
If you have 12, there are only three scenarios you shouldn’t hit. If the dealer’s up-card is 4, 5, or 6, you should stay. These are bust cards and you have a better chance of standing on a low hand and letting the dealer bust, than trying to go over 17.
Should I change my hit strategy if the dealer hits on soft 17?
Most casinos require the dealer to hit on a soft 17 in blackjack. It’s more likely you will have to change your strategy and hit more often when the casino restricts moves such as split or surrender.
Do basic strategy rules on when to hit apply to online blackjack games?
Yes, basic strategy still applies to online blackjack games, especially live blackjack. Remember though that games powered by random number generator (RNG) algorithms don’t have a discard tray, so the same card can appear later in the game.
Does basic strategy advise the maximum number of times you should hit?
There isn’t a set minimum or maximum you should hit in blackjack. Basic strategy gives advice on the specific hands in play, not the number of times you should make a move.
What are the best hands to hit on according to blackjack basic strategy?
This depends on the dealer’s up-card. Overall, you want to get a hand of 17 or more, unless the dealer has a bust card. Then, it’s more likely you can win by standing on a low hand and letting the dealer bust.
