Comparison

Blackjack 21 Multi vs Blackjack 21

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

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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 21

Features
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Designed as a serious basic strategy practice tool for novices and pros, and playable as a Blackjack game. App includes four training modules: + Table Game. Simulates a real Blackjack game. Feedback on play mistakes. Play one or two spots, plus a computer player ghost hand in portrait mode. Assign up to five seats in landscape mode. Landscape mode is a more accurate simulation, while portrait mode is designed for limited screen width. Input made with hand gestures or buttons. Settings: Table Orientation, Spot Assignments, Ghost Hand, Show Discard Tray, Dealer Hits Soft 17, Surrender, Double After Split, Resplit Aces, ENHC, Number of Decks, Penetration, Notify on Mistake, Place Bets, Deal Speed. +Flashcard Drill. Make the correct action for the cards dealt. Hands are not thrown at you randomly. More difficult hands are presented more often. You can be drilled on three and four-card hands, which are more difficult than two-card hands. Settings for: Dealer hits soft 17, Surrender, Double after split, Pair hands, Soft hands, Hard hands, 2-3-4 card hands, Feedback for mistakes only, Hide accuracy and speed gauges. +Chart Quiz. Test your chart memory. Fill in the blank chart quiz for hard totals, soft totals, pairs, and surrender. +Chart Review. Makes it easy to study the basic strategy charts. Includes two sets of charts: 1) Dealer stands on soft 17, and 2) Dealer hits on soft 17. Individual charts for hard totals, soft totals, pair splitting, and surrender. Edit the charts to whatever you want. + Start simple and add more and more complexity at your pace. + Immediate feedback on play mistakes. + Lots of settings and configuration. + Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Screenshots

Blackjack 21 Multi4 screens
Blackjack 214 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blackjack 21 at none against Blackjack 21 Multi's 6. Blackjack 21 Multi's advantage is price ($5.99 vs $9.99) and chart position (#51 vs unranked). On ads and device support 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 21 Multi costs $5.99 and Blackjack 21 $9.99 up front. Blackjack 21 Multi sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Blackjack 21 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Blackjack 21 Multi versus Blackjack 21: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlackjack 21 MultiBlackjack 21
Price$5.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.8 (59 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings59 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#51 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB35 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPepper Dog Soft LLCDouble Down Software

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 21

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Blackjack 21

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blackjack 21 Multi free?
Blackjack 21 Multi costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Blackjack 21 free?
Blackjack 21 costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blackjack 21 Multi or Blackjack 21 have ads?
Neither Blackjack 21 Multi nor Blackjack 21 shows ads.

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