Comparison

Blackjack 21 Multi vs Blackjack Pure

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

Head to head
About

Blackjack 21 Multi

Practice Blackjack with a realistic casino simulator. Bet on multiple hands, learn card counting, and compete with friends. Features include career mode, customizable rules, and detailed stats.

Highlights
  • Bet up to 7 hands simultaneously
  • Interactive learning mode
  • Multiple card counting systems
  • Career mode with bank borrowing
  • Online multiplayer games
  • Customizable rules
  • Side-bet options
Features
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** The #1 BlackJack Simulator with more features than any other BlackJack game in the AppStore, and without the real-cash Freemium model. If you lose your virtual cash, just use the in-game ATM and get more. (No In-App purchase required!) ** =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Bet up to 7 hands at a time, and split them up to 3 times. (For 28 total hands!!!!) [3 on iPhone / 7 on iPad] This game has NO SILLY GIMMICKS, and is a true to life BlackJack simulator. The game engine behind this game has been used in live internet casinos and has been verified by the government it ran in. This is why many have called the iPhone version, not just another BlackJack game but a BlackJack Simulator. With an interactive learning mode, built-in bet cards, and many card counting systems you will learn to play BlackJack so you can win big when you visit a real casino. Features Include: * Play online multi-player games with up to 3 of your friend's via GameCenter. * Includes BlackJack Pass and Spanish 21 Game Rules * A career mode with a bank borrowing system to track your true net winnings. * Lots of stats including a full game log that you can E-Mail yourself to analyze how you can improve your game. * Customizable rules so you can tweak the game your local casino and play styles. * World-wide online leader boards so you can see how you compare to other BlackJack players (using GameCenter or the Plus+ network). * A multi-count information screen which shows you how all the count systems work. * Ability to leave the table or have CPU players play through the shoe, when the shoe is not in your favor. * Continuous Shuffle Machine (CSM) option, to simulate today's modern casinos. * Over 10 Side-Bets such as Perfect Pairs, Match The Dealer, and more. * A Cheat/Practice mode which allows you to try new game styles by peeking at the dealer's hole card as well as the shoe, and not effecting your career mode data. * 40+ achievements/awards to unlock, ranging from simple to diabolical, you won’t want to stop playing until you reach them all. * Many card counting systems (including Red-7) to help you learn to count utilizing the True Count as well as a Count Action Card. * A built-in help guide teaching you the rules of BlackJack as well as how to count cards. (In Help & Support) * Fluid animation, lots of sound effects including an interactive dealer, and finger gestures mimicking real life casino hand motions. * Optional CPU players to play alongside you. * Free alternative downloadable sound packs (such as a Male Dealer Voice). =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING: "This app is as serious as it gets, with minute control over every aspect." -- Wired Magazine App Guide 2012 (BlackJack Sim 21 Pro Review) ".....Blackjack 3-hand edition is “the” blackjack game for the iphone or ipod touch ...." - iphone-journal.com "Overall this game packs so much, that I am surprised it’s on a portable device. .... This game is a must-have for any true BlackJack fan." - AppStoreBest.com [5/5 Stars] =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- X/Tweet Us: http://x.com/PepperDogSoft If you are experiencing problems please use the Support forum on our website (www.PepperDogSoft.com) as we can better help you there.

About

Blackjack Pure

Enjoy a classic card game experience without interruptions. This application offers a pure, ad-free way to play Blackjack, allowing you to customize game rules to match your preferences or casino standards. Play anywhere, anytime, even offline.

Highlights
  • Ad-free experience
  • Customizable game rules
  • Offline play
  • Adjustable payouts
  • Preset game modes
Features
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It's just Blackjack, just for fun. Ad-Free. Customizable rules. Works offline, even in airplane mode. It's hard to finds a pure Blackjack game that is not shoving ads in your face or trying to get you to buy chips for real money. As a blackjack enthusiast, I made the game I wanted to play. I hope you enjoy it too! Blackjack Pure lets YOU set the rules with options for Stand on Soft 17, Double After Split, Surrender, Re-splitting Aces, and 3:2 or 6:5 Blackjack Payout. You can set up and play your preferred Blackjack game or try one of the dozens of presets matching the tables at your favorite Vegas casino. Perfect for those wanting to practice their strategy! No internet is required! You can play anywhere, anytime. Blackjack Pure even works in airplane mode. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Blackjack 21 Multi4 screens
Blackjack Pure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Blackjack Pure at Free against Blackjack 21 Multi's $5.99. Blackjack Pure also leads on ratings volume (385 vs 58). Blackjack 21 Multi's advantage is review sentiment (87% vs 61%) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Blackjack Pure is free to download; Blackjack 21 Multi costs $5.99 up front. Blackjack 21 Multi sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Blackjack Pure sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Blackjack 21 Multi against 4.6 for Blackjack Pure. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blackjack Pure has 385 ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Blackjack 21 Multi's written reviews are positive against 61% of Blackjack Pure's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blackjack 21 Multi ships an update monthly, Blackjack Pure every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Blackjack 21 Multi versus Blackjack Pure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlackjack 21 MultiBlackjack Pure
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (58 ratings) — better4.6 (385 ratings)
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews — better61.1% of reviews
Number of ratings58385 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#49 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB52 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPepper Dog Soft LLCTenth Letter Made LLC

Customer experience

Blackjack 21 Multi

All ratings58 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive87.2%
Neutral5.1%
Negative7.7%

Blackjack Pure

All ratings380 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral8.3%
Negative30.6%

User reviews

Blackjack 21 Multi

From 58 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Highly realistic casino blackjack simulation
  • ⚙️ Extensive customization options for table rules
  • 📚 Excellent training tool for basic strategy and card counting
  • 🎯 Multi-hand gameplay capability
  • 💰 No ads or in-app purchases

Room to improve

  • 🎲 Perceived unfair dealer advantage and unrealistic odds
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
  • 🎨 UI not optimized for all screen sizes
  • ⏱️ Game speed can be too fast for beginners
  • 💳 Low betting limits (max $100,000)

Blackjack Pure

From 385 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 No annoying ads
  • 🚀 Smooth and fast gameplay
  • 💡 Free to play with no paywall
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 👍 Offers coaching as a paid service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Dealer has consistently strong hands
  • 🐛 Long load times
  • 🐛 Buggy gameplay (splitting issues)
  • 🐛 Play again button placement issue
  • 🐛 Minimum bet is too low

Bugs and requests

Blackjack 21 Multi

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App freezes when accessing options menu
  • Display scaling issues on iPod Touch 6
  • Navigation buttons off-screen on some devices
  • Crashes during multiplayer setup
  • Hand totals sometimes change before new cards dealt
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  • Delay in insurance option response
  • Stability issues on iPad (now reportedly fixed)
  • Game becomes unstable after extended play sessions

Requested features

15 requests
  • Higher table betting limits (up to $1,100,000+)
  • Easier bet management (auto-repeat same bet after wins)
  • Background casino music and ambient sounds
  • Multiple local player support on iPad
  • Different dealer voices and accents
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  • Trainer mode for basic strategy with feedback
  • Continuous bank refinancing without ATM trips
  • More card design variations and table felt colors
  • European No Hole Card Rule option
  • Adjustable CPU player speed
  • Faulty basic strategy CPU players for practice
  • Strategy explanations for recommended moves
  • Separate player accounts/profiles
  • One-step reshuffle/table change option
  • Slower dealing animation for card counting practice

Blackjack Pure

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Dealer has perfect 21s frequently
  • Dealer gets double face cards back to back
  • Cannot split pairs sometimes, even with sufficient funds
  • Not offered opportunity to play split ace hands
  • Play again button overlaps with hit button
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  • Blank screen issue
  • Game crashes and won't reopen
  • Reverts to base bet when changing bet, losing winnings

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add animations and sound effects
  • Add optional sound ticks/clicky sounds
  • Add doubling down after splitting hand
  • Add a speed setting
  • Clarify shuffle warning (last hand from deck)
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  • Add an insurance option
  • Add a way to save game progress
  • Change background color to green
  • Increase card size

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Blackjack 21 Multi

One-time6
  • Bet Card Editor$0.99
  • Count System Editor$0.99
  • Action Card Editor$0.99
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  • BlackJack Pass Game Type$1.99
  • Spanish 21 Game Type$1.99
  • Super 31$1.99
9 purchases

Blackjack Pure

Subscriptions2
  • High Roller Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • High Roller Subscription$49.991 Year
One-time7
  • Tip - Level White$0.99
  • Tip - Level Red$1.99
  • Tip - Level Blue$4.99
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  • Tip - Level Gray$9.99
  • Tip - Level Green$19.99
  • Tip - Level Orange$49.99
  • Tip - Level Black$99.99

Questions

Is Blackjack 21 Multi free?
Blackjack 21 Multi costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Blackjack Pure free?
Blackjack Pure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Blackjack 21 Multi or Blackjack Pure?
Blackjack 21 Multi is rated higher. Blackjack 21 Multi averages 4.8 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while Blackjack Pure averages 4.6 from 385 ratings.
Do Blackjack 21 Multi or Blackjack Pure have ads?
Neither Blackjack 21 Multi nor Blackjack Pure shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Blackjack 21 Multi or Blackjack Pure?
Blackjack 21 Multi ships an update monthly, and Blackjack Pure every 6 weeks. Most recently, Blackjack 21 Multi was updated on November 6, 2026 and Blackjack Pure on November 7, 2026.

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