Cribbage

This is a free digital Cribbage score sheet and score keeper — no signup, automatic totals, and share via QR so everyone scores from their own phone. Two-player Cribbage scoring: add total points each deal and track the running total to 121.

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Key Features of Cribbage scorecard

  • CheckmarkBuilt for head-to-head play (two players).
  • CheckmarkEnter one points total per player for each deal, covering pegging, hand points, and crib points when applicable.
  • CheckmarkRunning totals update as you fill each hand.
  • CheckmarkStart with one hand and reveal the next hand only after scores are entered.
  • CheckmarkReal-time leaderboard with current leader highlighting.
  • CheckmarkMobile-optimized interface for on-the-go scoring.
  • CheckmarkNo registration required - start playing immediately.
  • CheckmarkCribbage scoring app that works offline and syncs when back online.

How to Play Cribbage

  • CheckmarkIn standard two-player cribbage, each player is dealt 6 cards, discards 2 to the crib, and plays a 4-card hand plus the starter card. The first player to reach 121 points wins immediately.
  • CheckmarkFor each deal, enter the total points each player earned from pegging, hand scoring, and any crib points for the dealer.
  • CheckmarkUse standard cribbage terms when counting: his heels or nibs gives the dealer 2 when the starter is a jack; his nobs is the jack in hand matching the starter suit.
  • CheckmarkStop scoring as soon as a player reaches 121; the game ends instantly and the opponent does not need to finish counting.

Tips & Strategy for playing Cribbage

  • CheckmarkAgree before play whether you are using the standard 121-point game or a shorter house target.
  • CheckmarkAdd crib points only to the dealer for that deal, along with any pegging and hand points they earned.
  • CheckmarkWhen a player reaches 121 during pegging or counting, record the winning score and stop the game there.

Frequently asked questions about Cribbage

What do I enter each cribbage hand?

Enter each player’s total for that deal: pegging points plus counted hand points, and add crib points to the dealer only.

What score wins at cribbage?

Standard Cribbage ends at 121 points — the first player to reach or pass 121 wins instantly; note any shorter goal if your house plays one.

Should cribbage crib points go on the scorecard?

Yes — include the crib in the dealer’s column for that deal together with their hand and pegging so the row matches the full deal.

How does this Cribbage scorecard work?

Enter scores in the rows for each hand, hole, or round — the scorecard updates running totals and highlights the leader automatically. You can add players, rename them, and keep the sheet open for the whole session. No account is required: open the page and start tracking points. Totals are calculated for you so you can focus on the game.

Can I use ScorecardGO to score Cribbage on mobile?

Yes. ScorecardGO is built for phones and tablets: large tap targets, readable tables, and layouts that fit narrow screens. You can score Cribbage wherever you're playing, including at a table or outdoors. The same scorecard also works on a desktop if you prefer a larger screen.

Does this Cribbage scorecard work offline?

Once this Cribbage scorecard page is loaded, you can keep entering scores without an internet connection. Your scores stay in the browser on your device, so a dropped connection does not wipe a local game. If you have shared the scorecard so others can follow along, those live updates need a connection and catch up when you are back online. Bookmark the page if you want to reopen the same sheet later.

Is this Cribbage scorecard free?

Yes. ScorecardGO is free to use in the browser with no account required. Open the Cribbage scorecard and start tracking points right away. There is no signup wall and no paid plan required to keep score.

Can I share this Cribbage scorecard with a QR code?

Yes. Open Share on the scorecard and show the QR code so everyone playing can follow the Cribbage score on their own phone. You choose whether guests can enter scores or only watch, and you can change that during the game. People who cannot scan can type the six-character code at scorecardgo.com/join. Sharing is optional; if you never tap Share, the scorecard stays on your device.