Hand2Note: description and principle of operation
Hand2Note is based on the same
principles as other popular poker trackers. The history of the hands you have played is
saved on the computer; the software loads this information and displays statistics on
you and your opponents. But the developers of H2N went further than the competitors
from Holdem Manager 3 and PokerTracker 4 and created a tool with the broadest
functionality on the market.
Hand2Note is the only tracker from the big three (H2N,
HM3, and PT4) that can display positional and dynamic HUDs on tables (keep reading to
learn more about this).
HUD or Heads Up Display is a unique tool that allows you to see
statistics such as VPIP, PFR, 3bet, AF, etc., next to the villain's nickname in
real-time.
The display of advanced statistics is implemented in the form of pop-ups.
But, since in Hand2Note, the HUD is positional and dynamic, pop-ups become unnecessary
in most cases. You do not make unnecessary "body movements," do not lose concentration,
and save time.
Other advantages of the tracker include the use of innovative database
compression algorithms, which positively affect the speed of the software. There is
also a unique system of notes in a graphical form. You no longer need to manually write
any text.
According to professional players, Hand2Note is the best software to use
during the game. For deep analysis of statistics and check reports, some grinders
prefer to use Holdem Manager or Poker Tracker. However, this is a matter of taste. The
H2N functionality is quite enough for solving these problems.
Besides analyzing the
main features of the software, this review will tell you how to use Hand2Note.
H2N
boasts a wide variety of statistical reports allowing you to identify and fix leaks in
the game.
There are also unique reports that HM3 or PT4 do not have, such as "Win Rate
at tables without weak players," "Win rate depending on fish count," and so
on.
Flexible filters allow you to show statistics based on players' actions, positions,
board textures, bet sizes, cards, and dozens of other parameters.
Decision
Analysis
Decision Analysis is an additional H2N feature available with an EDGE or PRO
subscription. It allows you to evaluate the profitability of your calls (action profit)
in various gaming situations.
Range Research
Tool for researching playing field trends.
For example, how the regs play on average at your stake: how loose they 3bet preflop,
how often they bet on the river, where the betting range is shifted, how they bluff on
average, etc.
Range Research is perhaps one of the most potent Hand2Note
features.
Displaying vs Hero statistics
In the HUD, ALL statistics are given with
vsHero frequencies, which means how your opponents played explicitly against you.
Last
showdown indicator
When playing at many tables, it's not always possible to pay
attention to what hands the fish showed on the showdown.
The H2N developers solved this
problem by creating a tool that allows you to access such information in a few
clicks.
Regular vs. Fish situations
Hand2Note has a function to identify amateurs and
regulars. When this function is activated, the program will not consider the hands
where the reg played against a weak opponent since pros usually play against them
differently. This, the statistics will be as "clean" as possible.
Hand2Note HUD
H2N has
an innovative approach to Heads up Display. The program supports several types of
HUDs:
Static
The same HUD used by all tracking tools. Stats are displayed regardless of
your position at the table and the action of players in front of you.
Hand2Note static
HUD is allowed in all poker rooms where trackers are permitted.
Positional
The display
of statistics on opponents is based on your current position at the table.
For example,
in a preflop situation, when you have on BTN, the positional HUD displays only the
information we need to decide in this situation; namely, the 3-bet calling frequency in
the blinds against a potential open-raise. Or fold to 3bet and call to 3bet against BTN
on the players to our right.
Positional HUDs are prohibited on
PokerStars.
Dynamic
Displays statistics based on the actions of opponents in hand. For
example, it shows the frequency of opening from an early position only if this opponent
has made an open raise from UTG.
Dynamic HUD solves the problem of not having enough
space in the table to display everything you need. Hundreds of stats in one compact
block are now a reality.
The dynamic HUD supports the output of hand matrices directly
to the tables based on frequencies. Thanks to this feature, there is no need to use
popups in many spots.
The use of dynamic HUDS is prohibited on PokerStars.
Automatic
HUD
Independently determines the statistics that will be useful in a particular
situation and dynamically displays them at the tables.
The most exciting feature of
AutoHUD — it does not require any settings in the editor since the program chooses the
necessary stats automatically. It can be used together with the default display as a
compliment.
If you wish, you can disable this feature in the settings.
Visualization of
frequencies and ranges
The tracker allows configuring Heads up Display and popups so
that you can see heat maps of hands and a graphical display of the frequencies of
opponents in different scenarios.
This facilitates the process of working with stats in
real-time.
Quick Notes in H2N
The quick note system allows creating notes on your
opponents with just two clicks. This feature will appeal to multi-tablers. Of course,
you can create a template in advance.
H2N also allows adding the entire hand in the
notes in a graphical form.
Another essential feature is that you can link notes to
specific stats.
For example, suppose you find that your opponent overbets on the river
with a particular range. In that case, you can link this note to the "Bet River" stat
instead of placing it in the general area.
This approach makes it easier to read notes
if you have many per player.
Here you can configure HUD profiles and popups, create
your own stats, or integrate complex elements such as:
Preflop and postflop
charts.
Multilevel tabs.
Badges.
Details about the showdown.
High performance
H2N has
the fastest hand import feature among other trackers (up to 10,000 hands per second).
Also, the hand database takes up very little hard drive space.
For example, 1 million
hands require only about 500 megabytes.
H2N also has a high response rate: popups,
charts, notes are displayed instantly after clicking. And this, although many times
more statistical data will be displayed than you are used to.
Hand2Note and
PokerStars
PokerStars has introduced restrictions on some H2N features. In all other
poker rooms where trackers are allowed, the tool works without restrictions.
Hand2Note
automatically activates all restrictions, so there is no need to worry about receiving
a warning from the room.
What is prohibited on PokerStars?
Positional and dynamic
HUD
Preflop and postflop charts, hand matrices, heat maps (instead, only a list of
hands categories will be displayed)
Automatic color labels on players
Badges
What other
poker rooms does Hand2Note support?
The tracker developers claim to support more than
50 rooms, so we will list only those where it cannot be used, or it is possible but
with reduced features:
H2N not allowed in*:
*Please note that no poker rooms have
"banned" Hand2Note. In those sites, no tracking tool is allowed.
Functional
limitations:
Price
Hand2Note is free to download. The trial period is 30 days for
regular poker rooms and 14 days for Chinese apps. The trial includes all the
functionality of the tracker without restrictions.
At the end of the trial period, H2N
will automatically switch to the free BASE version.
All the basic functions and tools
are available in BASE, except for positional and dynamic HUD, advanced popup features,
Range Research and Decision Analysis. There are no limits on stakes and it supports all
types of poker: Hold'em and Omaha.
There are 3 paid subscription options for Hand2Note
(there are no lifetime licenses):
EDGE ($19.90 per month): includes all BASE features
and access to Range Research, Decision Analysis, dynamic and positional HUDS, and
advanced popups. ASIA ($29.99 per month): support for Chinese apps and basic features
of Hand2Note "BASE" PRO ($49 per month): includes all EDGE and ASIA features.
FAQ
✅ Can
I download and use Hand2Note for free?
Yes, you can. After the end of the 30-day trial
period, the static HUD will continue to work across all stakes.
✅ Which rooms does
Hand2Note support?
It depends on the type of license: BASE or EDGE: regular rooms like
PokerStars, iPoker, Winning Poker, Chico, etc. ASIA — PPPoker, Upoker, PokerBros,
PokerTime, Red Dragon Poker, among others.
✅ What is the difference between EDGE and
PRO?
The PRO subscription includes all the features and functionality from EDGE and the
Asia add-on.
✅ Is there a Hand2Note version for Mac?
Unfortunately no, Hand2Note is
only available for Windows.
✅ What are the system requirements for Hand2Note?
The
minimum system requirements for Hand2Note are 1GB of RAM and at least Windows 7. It's
recommended to have at least 4GB of RAM free for importing; however, many users run H2N
on slower laptops with a reak processor.
✅ Where can I find an "eternal trial" for
Hand2Note?
This is not necessary since H2N BASE can be used for free without
limitations.
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