Live Blackjack That Will Wow You
At Spin Casino, our wide selection of online casino games also includes thrilling live blackjack variants with real dealers. Learn more about how to play, pick up some helpful tips, and explore our selection of live blackjack games.
Live Blackjack Rules: How To Play
The game is played with a standard deck of 52 cards and as with our non-live blackjack games, your objective is to beat the dealer without exceeding 21.
Getting started with live casino blackjack:
- Sign up at Spin Casino and log in.
- Go to Bank and deposit funds in your account.
- Click/tap on the Live Casino > Blackjack tabs to browse.
- Select your game and the seat you want to occupy.
Basic rules of live dealer blackjack:
- Place your initial bet by selecting the chip value.
- Receive two face-up cards from the live dealer.
- Decide whether to Hit, Stand, Double Down, or Split.
- If your hand exceeds 21, you bust and lose the game.
- In the European version, dealer gets a single face-up card.
- In the American version, dealer gets two cards, one face up, one down.
- Dealer must Hit if their total is 16 or less.
- Dealer must Stand on 17 or higher.
- You win if your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer's or they bust.
- If you and the dealer tie, your bet is returned.
Card values in live blackjack online:
- Ace counts as 1 or 11
- King, Queen, or Jack counts as 10.
- Cards 2 up to 9 are worth their face value.
Live Casino Blackjack Tips
As with live roulette, live blackjack is both a game of chance and strategy – we recommend the following:
- Budget your time and money: Know when to quit, so always set and stick to a budget for each live blackjack gaming session.
- Split pairs wisely: Improve your odds by always splitting pairs of 8s and Aces, but do not split pairs of 10-valued cards.
- Choose European over American: The former offers a lower house edge, reducing your risk and enhancing your chances to win at live blackjack.
- Avoid Insurance bets: The odds are not high that the dealer has a natural blackjack, so you’re likely to lose more money than you would win.
- Play responsibly: Adopt a strategic approach to playing live blackjack online for real money and never chase wins or losses.
Live Blackjack Odds And Payouts
- House edge: Low at only 0.72%, putting you almost neck and neck with the house.
- Odds of getting a natural blackjack: Only 31%, with a house edge of 0.5%.
- Payout for a natural blackjack: A rewarding 3:2.
- Payout for an Insurance bet win: 2:1 if you selected to opt in for the bet.
- Payout for a standard winning hand: 1:1 whether it’s 21 or a score closer to the dealer’s.
Why Play Live Blackjack Games Online
- Great selection: At Spin Casino we have loads of top live blackjack titles with regular new releases, plus alternative table and card options like live baccarat, roulette and more.
- Convenience: Play live blackjack anytime, anywhere as our tables are available 24/7.
- Professional croupiers: Interact with skilled and friendly live dealers who elevate your blackjack experience.
- Cutting-edge technology: HD live streaming brings every card shuffle and dealer interaction to life.
- Mobile optimised: On smartphone or tablet, our live blackjack online games look and sound as good as they do on PC.
- Variety of tables and limits: Our diverse range of live blackjack casino games has something for everyone.
- Safe and secure: SSL encryption software protects your privacy and finances in our fully licensed live blackjack casino environment.
Live Blackjack Vs. Traditional Blackjack
Live blackjack and traditional online casino blackjack games offer distinct experiences for players. In the traditional version, the gameplay is computer-generated, and you interact with a virtual interface. The game unfolds at a pace controlled by you, and outcomes are determined by Random Number Generator technology. On the other hand, live blackjack provides a more immersive experience by featuring a real-life dealer who deals physical cards in real time. You can witness the action through a live video stream, interact with the dealer and other players, and enjoy a more authentic casino atmosphere.