EV is how much we expect to win or lose on average, over the long run, based upon a specific scenario in poker. Every single situation and scenario in poker has an expected value associated with it, with certain situations being profitable (+EV) while others being unprofitable (-EV). Some plays will win us money, while others will lose money.
- +EV = A profitable long-term play
- 0 EV = A breakeven long-term play
- –EV = A unprofitable long-term play
You can use the basic EV calculation below to analyze our previous plays to determine whether they were profitable or not.
- EV = (Win Percentage (%) × Amount of Money Won) – (Loss Percentage (%) × Amount of Money Lost)
Or simply use our EV calculator below to calculate the EV of a particular hand.
Poker EV Calculator
Expected Value (EV)
Explanation
Expected Value (EV) in poker measures the potential profitability or loss from a play. It’s calculated by considering the win percentage, amount won, loss percentage, and amount lost.
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