Do you prefer playing with a continuous shuffling machine or a traditional shoe?

[ProGambler]

When playing blackjack, the choice between a continuous shuffling machine (CSM) or a traditional shoe can impact the gameplay experience. Here are some considerations for each:

Continuous Shuffling Machine (CSM):

Faster Pace: A CSM allows for a faster pace of play since there is no need to pause for manual shuffling. This can lead to more hands being dealt per hour.
 
 Constantly Shuffled Decks: With a CSM, the used cards are immediately returned to the shuffler, which continuously shuffles them with the remaining cards. This means that each hand is effectively played with a fresh shoe, making card counting strategies ineffective.

 Reduced Card Clumping: A CSM reduces the likelihood of clumps or streaks of high or low cards, which can affect betting and strategy decisions. This can make the game more random and less predictable.

 

[Crazy_winner]

Because of this, I favor a continual shuffling machine. It decreases delay between hands and does away with the dealer's need to manually shuffle cards. When using a CSM, the dealer just reloads the machine with the used cards, and it will shuffle and dispense them into the subsequent round.

 

[Lazza]

Knowing when the shoe is loaded with valuable cards is a skill and a strategic element that I find enjoyable. I and other players can use our knowledge of the remaining cards in traditional shoe-dealt games to make more strategic decisions.

 

[James108]

While a CSM does make the game faster, it also eliminates the ability to count cards, which is a key strategy for many successful blackjack players. In essence, I prefer the traditional way