Comparison

Deck Counter vs Felt

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

Head to head
About

Deck Counter

Features
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Deck Counter is a serious card counting trainer for blackjack. No gimmicks, no casino games — just the tools you need to build a real edge at the table. TRAIN YOUR COUNT Deal through a full shoe and track the running count. Teaching mode shows the count value of every card as it's dealt. Once you have the basics, switch to Blind mode to test yourself: count silently for a set number of cards, then enter your running count to see how close you are. Speed mode auto-advances cards at adjustable intervals to simulate real casino pace. FIVE COUNTING SYSTEMS Deck Counter supports the five most widely used counting strategies: • Hi-Lo — the standard beginner system (free) • KO (Knock-Out) — unbalanced, no true count required (Pro) • Hi-Opt I — intermediate balanced system (Pro) • Hi-Opt II — advanced, higher accuracy (Pro) • Zen Count — intermediate balanced with extra precision (Pro) DRILL MODES Three targeted drills to sharpen specific skills: • True Count Drill — enter the true count from a given running count and deck depth • Speed Drill — auto-advance cards to build count speed under pressure • Running Count Quiz — deal a batch of cards, then recall the count from memory STRATEGY CHARTS Full basic strategy reference charts for both H17 and S17 rule sets. Color-coded by action: Stand, Hit, Double, Split, Surrender. Scroll both axes to see every hand combination. CASINO FINDER A curated directory of ~30 major US casinos rated on counter-friendliness (1–10). Scored on deck count, payout (3:2 vs 6:5), dealer rules, surrender availability, and penetration depth. Sort by distance from your current location, by score, or alphabetically. Each casino shows the best available game and full rule breakdown. SESSION HISTORY Every session is recorded. Your home screen tracks lifetime accuracy, total cards dealt, and your current accuracy streak (consecutive sessions at 80%+). Recent sessions display in a table with strategy, rule set, and result. FULLY OFFLINE Deck Counter works without an internet connection. Your training data, settings, and history stay on your device. No account required, no tracking, no ads. DECK COUNTER PRO ($4.99 one-time) Unlocks all five counting strategies, Blind mode, Speed mode, all three drill types, and strategy charts. One purchase, no subscription, no expiration. Card counting is a legal mental skill. Deck Counter is a training tool for educational purposes. Always verify casino rules at the table.

About

Felt

Master blackjack strategy with this trainer. Learn optimal plays for every hand, practice card counting, and track your casino session results. Adapts to your skill level with structured lessons and quick drills.

Highlights
  • Blackjack strategy trainer
  • Casino Mode for instant plays
  • Structured learning modules
  • Card counting practice
  • Session tracking and analytics
  • Daily strategy drills
Features
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Felt is a blackjack strategy trainer that teaches you to play every hand correctly, no guesswork, no hunches, just the mathematically optimal decision every time. CASINO MODE At the table and need a fast answer? Casino Mode is a full-screen lookup: pick your two cards and the dealer's upcard, get the correct play instantly. Match it to the table's exact rules — deck count, dealer soft 17, double after split, surrender — so the answer is right for the game you're actually playing. LEARN THE RIGHT WAY Structured lessons take you from card values to advanced play. Hard totals, soft hands, pair splitting, and card counting, built into a progressive path that adapts to your skill level. DRILL UNTIL IT'S AUTOMATIC Daily 10-hand checks keep your strategy sharp in under 2 minutes. Speed drills, knowledge checks, and a mistake heatmap show exactly where your game needs work. TRACK YOUR SESSIONS Log casino visits, track results over time, and see your win rate and hourly trends. Know whether your strategy is translating to real results. CARD COUNTING TRAINER Learn the Hi-Lo system with running count and true count drills. Practice the same method used by professional players. FELT PRO INCLUDES: • Card Counting Trainer • Speed Mode Drills • Mistake Heatmap • Session Tracker • All Learning Modules • Progress Tracking 3-day free trial. Cancel anytime. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Deck Counter4 screens
Felt4 screens

Verdict

The call

Deck Counter and Felt are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Deck Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Felt sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Deck Counter versus Felt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeck CounterFelt
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkevin LungLuke Heyne

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Deck Counter

One-time1
  • Deck Counter Pro$4.99
3 purchases

Felt

Subscriptions2
  • Felt Pro Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Felt Pro Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Felt Pro Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is Deck Counter free?
Deck Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Felt free?
Felt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Deck Counter or Felt have ads?
Neither Deck Counter nor Felt shows ads.

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