Jacks or Better Odds Calculator

Pick your cards and see the optimal strategy

Master Jacks or Better video poker with our free calculator. Analyze any hand, calculate precise odds, and learn the optimal strategy to maximize your expected value. Whether you're practicing for the casino or learning video poker fundamentals, this tool helps you make mathematically sound decisions.

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Odds Calculator

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Paytable

9/6 Jacks or Better

Hand
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2
3
4
5
Royal Flush
250
500
750
1000
4000
Straight Flush
50
100
150
200
250
Four of a Kind
25
50
75
100
125
Full House
9
18
27
36
45
Flush
6
12
18
24
30
Straight
4
8
12
16
20
Three of a Kind
3
6
9
12
15
Two Pair
2
4
6
8
10
Jacks or Better
1
2
3
4
5
Payouts for 1-5 coins

How to Use This Jacks or Better Calculator

  1. Select 5 cards from the card picker to build your Jacks or Better video poker hand
  2. Review the hand analysis to see your current hand rank and payout
  3. Check the odds calculator for expected values and winning probabilities
  4. Click cards to select which ones to hold based on optimal strategy
  5. Compare your selections with the recommended strategy to improve your play

Essential Jacks or Better Strategy Tips

Always hold four-of-a-kind, full house, three-of-a-kind, and two pair. These made hands guarantee a payout and should never be broken up. For flush and straight draws, prioritize four-to-a-royal-flush and four-to-a-straight-flush opportunities.

High pairs (Jacks, Queens, Kings, Aces) are profitable to hold, earning 5 credits with a pair. Low pairs should only be held when no better options exist. When holding a single high card, prefer royals (10, J, Q, K, A) of the same suit for straight flush potential.

The paytable on the right shows 9/6 Jacks or Better payouts. This 99.54% return rate is among the best in casino gaming when played with optimal strategy. Remember: bet maximum coins (5) for the premium royal flush payout.

Why Use This Jacks or Better Calculator?

Instant Hand Analysis

Get immediate feedback on any Jacks or Better hand with detailed rank and payout information.

Expected Value Calculations

See precise expected values for different hold strategies to maximize long-term profitability.

Optimal Strategy Learning

Compare your decisions with mathematically optimal plays to improve your video poker skills.

100% Free Tool

Practice Jacks or Better strategy without risking real money in a completely free environment.

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