PLO8 (Hi-Lo) Equity Calculator

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PLO8 (Hi-Lo) Complete Guide

Pot Limit Omaha Hi-Lo (PLO8) is a split pot game where the high hand and the low hand split the pot. It requires a different strategy than High-only Omaha.

Split Pot & 8-or-BetterThe pot is split 50/50 between the best High and Low hands. To qualify for Low, you need 5 unpaired cards ranked 8 or lower. If no player qualifies for Low, the High hand scoops the entire pot. Aces played as low cards are powerful because they can be used for both High and Low. Straights and Flushes do not disqualify a Low hand (e.g., A-2-3-4-5 is the best possible Low).

The 'Must Use Two' RuleYou must use exactly 2 cards from your hand and 3 from the board. Crucially, you can use different pairings for your High and Low hands. (e.g., with a hand of Ah-2h-Ks-Kd, you can use Ah-2h to make a Low, and Ks-Kd to make a High).

QuarteringGetting 'Quartered' means tying for the Low pot while losing the High pot, leaving you with only 25% of the pot. Investing 50% of the chips to win back 25% is a net loss. This makes playing non-nut Lows without backup cards extremely dangerous.

Starting Hand Tiers

Tier 1: Premium Scoop

Aim for both High and Low nuts. A-A combined with a low wheel card (2/3/4/5) and double suits are the holy grail.

Tier 2: Strong Playable

High pairs with A-2, or strong low bases with high cards. Good splash potential but fewer nut outs than Tier 1.

Trap Hands

Avoid these common pitfalls. Middle rundowns can't make low. Trips block your own outs. High-only hands get bluffed easily.

Core Strategy

Scooping is the goal. Play tight preflop, aiming for hands that can win both ways. Postflop, beware of counterfeiting where a board card duplicates your low card.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this calculator?

The results typically have a margin of error of under 0.5%, providing high precision for strategy decisions.

Why is this calculator so fast?

Unlike standard calculators that rely on heavy objects, our engine uses integer-based bitmasks and binary operations to evaluate hands in microseconds. By using reusable TypedArrays to eliminate garbage collection pauses and implementing optimized combinatorial logic, we achieve native-app performance directly in your browser.

How should I use this tool?

Use it to review your played hands. Check if you made the right decision by seeing your actual win chance in that spot. It's perfect for studying 'what-if' scenarios and learning how different cards affect your odds.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes, our interface is fully optimized for smartphones and tablets.

How many players can I calculate for?

You can simulate equity for up to 9 players at once.

Is it really free?

Yes, 100% free. No hidden fees, no credit card required, and no download needed.

Why do the results vary slightly?

We use Monte Carlo simulation to calculate odds instantly. Since this method uses random sampling for estimation, slight variations in the calculated values may occur.