Texas holdem calculators have been around for a few years now. Most cost in the range of $20-$50 and promise to improve your game and win you lots of money. They calculate pot odds and advise you on the proper play for the situation.

Now Holdem Radar Company is offering a free version to anyone who may want it. Now players can try out the calculator without worrying about getting ripped off by a shady company with a junk product. Offering the free version lets the player try out the product without concern or commitment, and then the company can pitch the super-awesome updated deluxe’ professional version for $59.99.

Poker calculators are for suckers, whether they’re free or not. They’re used by players who are too lazy to read poker books and document their play. They’d rather find a way to cheat than get better by paying their dues. They can keep their free poker calculator.