Time collection
What Does Time collection Mean in Poker?
A fee collected by the house at regular intervals during a poker game, usually every half hour or hour, instead of taking a rake from each pot. Learn more about online poker.
When You Might Hear Or Use The Term Time collection:
Commonly mentioned in high-stakes cash games or in private games where the collection method differs from standard rakes.
In-Game Example:
During a live cash game, the dealer announces it’s time for the time collection and each player contributes their share to the pot.
Strategy / Tips:
- Best Practice: Understand how time collection affects your hourly win rate, as it can be more cost-effective in larger pots.
- Common Mistake: Failing to factor in the time collection fee when calculating session profitability.
- Pro Tips: Use time collection games to focus on larger pots and maximize value from premium hands.
Differences playing over the table vs online
Time collection is primarily a live game phenomenon and is not typically used in online poker, where rake is taken from individual pots.
Alternative names:
Time charge, time rake.
FAQs:
Q: How is time collection different from a rake?
A: Time collection is a fixed fee taken at regular intervals while a rake is a percentage taken from each pot.
