Standard poker hand rankings
- Rank 1
Royal Flush
A-K-Q-J-10 in one suit: the highest possible straight flush.
- Rank 2
Straight Flush
Five consecutive ranks in one suit. Compare the highest card.
- Rank 3
Four of a Kind
Four cards of one rank, plus one kicker.
- Rank 4
Full House
Three cards of one rank plus two cards of another rank.
- Rank 5
Flush
Five cards in one suit that are not consecutive.
- Rank 6
Straight
Five consecutive ranks in mixed suits.
- Rank 7
Three of a Kind
Three cards of one rank plus two unmatched cards.
- Rank 8
Two Pair
Two cards of one rank, two of another, plus one kicker.
- Rank 9
One Pair
Two cards of one rank plus three unmatched cards.
- Rank 10
High Card
No made hand above; compare the highest cards in order.
Complete poker game guides
Texas Hold'em
Two private cards, five community cards, and four betting rounds.
Read the complete guide →Community · Pot-limitPot-Limit Omaha
Four private cards, but exactly two must play at showdown.
Read the complete guide →Community · No-limitShort Deck Hold'em
Hold'em with a 36-card deck, antes, and adjusted hand rankings.
Read the complete guide →Community · Pot-limitFive-Card Omaha
Five private cards create more combinations, draws, and redraws.
Read the complete guide →Community · Pot-limit, split potOmaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
The best high and qualifying low divide the pot.
Read the complete guide →Draw · No-limitFive-Card Draw
Five hidden cards, one draw, and two betting rounds.
Read the complete guide →Draw · Fixed-limit2-7 Triple Draw
Make the lowest hand through three separate draw rounds.
Read the complete guide →Stud · Fixed-limitSeven-Card Stud
Seven cards per player, no community board, and five betting streets.
Read the complete guide →Stud · Fixed-limitRazz
Seven-Card Stud played for the lowest ace-to-five hand.
Read the complete guide →Mixed · Fixed-limit rotationH.O.R.S.E.
Five fixed-limit games rotate around one mixed-game table.
Read the complete guide →PokerFriends FAQ
What is PokerFriends?
PokerFriends is a browser-based place to play free, play-money poker with friends or at public tables that are open around the clock.
Is PokerFriends free to play?
Yes. PokerFriends uses virtual play-money chips and has no rake. No payment, deposit, or credit card is required to play.
Can I play poker for free without inviting friends?
Yes. Every selectable game has public tables open around the clock, so you can sit down within seconds. Many tables have a seat or two open, and some are waiting on a single opponent for heads-up play.
Can I play private poker games with friends?
Yes. Create a table, choose the game and stakes, then share the table link or six-character game code with friends.
Which free poker games are available?
PokerFriends supports Texas Hold'em, Pot-Limit Omaha, Short Deck Hold'em, Five-Card Omaha, Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better, Five-Card Draw, 2-7 Triple Draw, Seven-Card Stud, Razz, and H.O.R.S.E.
Do I need to download an app?
No download is required. PokerFriends runs in a web browser on desktop and mobile screens.
Do I need an account to play?
Guests can open and join games. Signing in is available for players who want account-based profile features.
Is PokerFriends a real-money gambling site?
No. Chips are virtual play money with no cash value. PokerFriends does not offer deposits, withdrawals, prizes, or real-money wagering.
How do I start a free poker game with friends?
Choose Create a Game, select one of the ten poker formats, set the table options, create the table, and send the resulting link or game code to your friends.
Where can I learn the rules for each poker game?
The PokerFriends Rules & Guides hub links to a step-by-step guide for every supported game, including betting flow, hand rankings, strategy tips, and common mistakes.