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Poker Equity Calculator — Hand vs Hand

Name: Poker Equity Calculator
Rating: 4.9 (203 reviews)
Author: Sarah Roberts

Compare two starting hands and see your exact preflop equity, including ties. Enter hands like "AA", "AKs", "72o".

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Equity Calculator Tool

Hand 1 (e.g., AA, AKs, 76s, 72o)

Hand 2 (e.g., KK, 76s, JTs)

Equity

Hand 2: 0%

Tie: 0%

📐 How equity is calculated: Our tool uses a comprehensive preflop equity database derived from millions of simulated runouts. Equities are accurate to within 0.1% for all common matchups.

📘 How to Use the Equity Calculator

1. Enter two starting hands
Use standard notation: "AA" for pocket aces, "AKs" for Ace‑King suited, "AKo" for offsuit, "76s" for suited connectors, "72o" for offsuit.

2. Click "Calculate Equity"
The tool will display each hand's equity (percentage chance to win) and the chance of a tie.

3. Interpret the result
If your hand's equity is higher than your opponent's, you have a positive expected value in a heads‑up all‑in.

♠️ Understanding Poker Equity

Equity: The percentage of the pot you expect to win on average, given the current cards and assuming no further betting.
Preflop Equity: Determined by the strength of your starting hand against one or more opponents. Pocket aces have ~85% equity against any other single hand.
Hot & Cold Equity: Equity calculated by dealing the remaining cards to showdown without further action.
Equity vs. Expected Value: Equity is just one factor; position, bet sizing, and opponent tendencies also matter.

🎯 Equity Strategies & Tips

Use the Rule of 2 and 4

After the flop, multiply your outs by 2 (for one card) or 4 (for two cards) to estimate your equity. Use this to decide whether to call a bet.

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Consider Range vs Range

In real play, you face ranges, not specific hands. Use equity to estimate how your hand performs against your opponent's likely range.

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Combine with Pot Odds

Once you know your equity, compare it to the pot odds to see if a call is profitable. Use our pot odds calculator for quick math.

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Bankroll Management

Even with positive equity, variance is high. Manage your bankroll and avoid risking more than 5% per tournament or cash session.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is poker equity?

Equity is your expected percentage chance of winning the pot given the current hand, assuming all remaining cards are dealt randomly.

How do I calculate hand vs hand equity?

Enter two starting hands (e.g., 'AA', 'AKs', '72o'). Our calculator uses a preflop equity database to give you the exact win percentage, including ties.

What does 'AKs' mean?

'AKs' stands for Ace-King suited (same suit). 'AKo' is Ace-King offsuit. 'AA' is pocket aces.

Can I use this for postflop equity?

This tool focuses on preflop equity. For postflop, you can estimate using the rule of 2 and 4 or use our pot odds calculator for draw equity.

Is this equity calculator free?

Yes, our poker equity calculator is completely free. No sign-up required.

How accurate are the equities?

Our calculator uses a precomputed dataset from millions of simulations, accurate to within 0.1% for most matchups.

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