Features
Dealer Hits on Soft 17
How soft 17 behavior works and how to change it in Settings.
Soft 17 behavior controls how the dealer plays any total of 17 that includes an Ace counted as 11. It directly affects the house edge.
Rule Definitions
| Rule | Dealer Behavior | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer stands on soft 17 | Dealer stands on all 17s, including soft 17 | S17 |
| Dealer hits soft 17 | Dealer hits soft 17, stands on hard 17+ | H17 |
Choose your soft 17 rule in Settings. The setting applies at every table.
How to Change
Open Settings and find the Dealer on Soft 17 toggle. Select Stands (S17) or Hits (H17). The default is Stands (S17). The change takes effect on the next dealt hand.
Impact on House Edge
When the dealer hits soft 17, the house edge increases by approximately 0.22% compared to S17.
For a full breakdown of soft 17 mechanics and dealer strategy, see Dealer Rules.
Daily Challenge
The Daily Challenge always uses S17 regardless of your setting.
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