Whist
This is a free digital Whist score sheet and score keeper — no signup, automatic totals, and share via QR so everyone scores from their own phone. Partnership Whist scoring: tricks won per deal, one point per trick over the book of six, race to seven points.
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Key Features of Whist scorecard
- Two columns—one per partnership.
- Enter tricks won each deal; points calculate automatically from the book of six.
- Trick totals must add up to thirteen per deal before the row scores — catches entry mistakes at the table.
- Running totals with a 7-point rubber target.
- Real-time leaderboard with current leader highlighting.
- Mobile-optimized interface for on-the-go scoring.
- No registration required - start playing immediately.
- Whist scoring app that works offline and syncs when back online.
How to Play Whist
- Whist is a trick-taking game for four players in two partnerships (partners usually sit across from each other). Use one column per partnership.
- Each player receives thirteen cards from a standard 52-card deck. The last card dealt face up sets the trump suit for that deal.
- Players must follow suit when able. The highest card of the suit led wins the trick unless trump is played — highest trump wins.
- Score one point for each trick your partnership wins above the book of six. Enter tricks won per deal; the scorecard applies the points automatically.
- In many casual games, play to 7 points. Play additional rubbers by continuing to add deal rows.
Tips & Strategy for playing Whist
- Confirm how trump is chosen before you score — most casual games use the last card dealt, but house rules can differ.
- Count tricks as you play so each partnership’s entry adds up to thirteen before you move to the next deal.
- When you hold strong trumps, leading them early can pull opponents’ winners and protect your side’s long suits.
Frequently asked questions about Whist
What is “the book” in Whist scoring?
Only tricks above the book of six count — if your side wins eight tricks, you score 2 points (8 − 6). Six or fewer tricks scores zero for that deal.
How many columns should we use at the table?
Use one column per partnership (North–South and East–West). Four players sit at the table; partners enter their side’s tricks for each deal.
What score wins Whist?
The first partnership to reach 7 points wins the rubber.
How does this Whist 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 Whist on mobile?
Yes. ScorecardGO is built for phones and tablets: large tap targets, readable tables, and layouts that fit narrow screens. You can score Whist 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 Whist scorecard work offline?
Once this Whist 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 Whist scorecard free?
Yes. ScorecardGO is free to use in the browser with no account required. Open the Whist scorecard and start tracking points right away. There is no signup wall and no paid plan required to keep score.
Can I share this Whist scorecard with a QR code?
Yes. Open Share on the scorecard and show the QR code so everyone playing can follow the Whist 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.