Comparison

Video Poker Strategy vs Blackjack Basic Trainer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Video Poker Strategy

Master video poker with this advanced simulator. It analyzes every discard and payout combination to instantly suggest the statistically best move. Learn optimal strategies to maximize your winnings and play at full speed.

Highlights
  • Optimal card-holding suggestions
  • Millions of payout calculations
  • Real-time move analysis
  • Fastest learning method
  • Maximizes potential winnings
  • Includes Jacks or Better
Features
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This is a true video poker simulator with a twist. It tells you when you choose the most optimal cards to hold. The software checks every possible discard combination and then adds up millions of possible payouts to arrive at the statistically best move. By pre-calculating some data, the best move can be calculated in a blink of an eye which allows you to play this game at full speed without waiting even a fraction of a second. There is no faster way to learn Video Poker! Casinos change the payouts of machines to maximize their earnings. But, this app gives you the best payouts you can find anywhere. This means you win more as you have fun playing. The app comes with Jacks or Better Video Poker and the option to buy additional game packs. Additional coins and hints are also available as in-app purchases.

About

Blackjack Basic Trainer

Features
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Master blackjack basic strategy with this fast, focused trainer. Get dealt hands and practice making the correct play — hit, stand, double, split, or surrender — until perfect strategy becomes second nature. FEATURES: • Practice all hand types: hard totals, soft totals, and pairs • Configurable rules: H17/S17, DAS, surrender, deck count, and double restrictions • Instant feedback with correct answer coaching • Full strategy chart reference built in • Multiple player profiles to track progress separately • Detailed stats: accuracy by hand type, streak tracking, and session history • Pause on incorrect answers to study your mistakes • Streak Level Celebrations! CUSTOMIZABLE RULES: Configure the exact rules for your local casino — dealer hits/stands on soft 17, double after split, surrender options, and more. The trainer adapts strategy recommendations to match. Remove ads with a one-time purchase for a distraction-free experience.

Screenshots

Video Poker Strategy4 screens
Blackjack Basic Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blackjack Basic Trainer at none against Video Poker Strategy's 14. Blackjack Basic Trainer also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Video Poker Strategy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Video Poker Strategy sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Blackjack Basic Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Poker Strategy ships an update every 3 months, Blackjack Basic Trainer weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Video Poker Strategy versus Blackjack Basic Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo Poker StrategyBlackjack Basic Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB45 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperBrainware LLCBrian Gregor

Bugs and requests

Video Poker Strategy

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Coins/credits not working as expected
  • Games locked even after payment

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to play all games for a one-time fee
  • Provide feedback on performance (e.g. % correct plays)

Blackjack Basic Trainer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Video Poker Strategy

One-time14
  • 1,000 Coins$0.99
  • 100 Hints$0.99
  • 1000 Hints$0.99
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  • 5,000 Coins$2.99
  • 500 Hints$2.99
  • 5000 Hints$2.99
  • Bonus Poker Games$3.99
  • Wild Poker Games$3.99
  • Special Poker Games$3.99
  • Joker Poker Games$3.99
  • 15,000 Coins$4.99
  • 15,000 Hints$4.99
  • 35,000 Coins$8.99
  • All Poker Games$9.99
None

Blackjack Basic Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Video Poker Strategy free?
Video Poker Strategy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blackjack Basic Trainer free?
Blackjack Basic Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Video Poker Strategy or Blackjack Basic Trainer have ads?
Blackjack Basic Trainer shows ads; Video Poker Strategy does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Poker Strategy or Blackjack Basic Trainer?
Video Poker Strategy ships an update every 3 months, and Blackjack Basic Trainer weekly. Most recently, Video Poker Strategy was updated on October 26, 2026 and Blackjack Basic Trainer on October 24, 2026.

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