| Feature | Classic Okey | 101 Okey | Küt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deal | 15 to the starting player, 14 to the others | 22 to the starting player, 21 to the others | 15 to the starting player, 14 to the others |
| Melding | No melding; finish once your entire rack is arranged | Melds totalling at least 101, or at least 5 pairs | That round’s task (contract) |
| Adding tiles to the table | No | Yes | Yes |
| Finishing | 14 tiles in groups or runs, or seven pairs | Discard your final tile | Discard your final tile |
| Scoring | Deducted from 20 | Penalty points are recorded; the lowest score wins | Penalty points are recorded; the lowest score wins |
| Caught unmelded | None | 202; 404 when finishing with Okey or with pairs | 500 |
| 12-13-1 | Valid | Not valid | Valid |
The Küt column follows the rules in the KÜT app.
Which one suits you?
Classic Okey is the quickest to learn: the first player to arrange all their tiles finishes the round. Read the rules on the how to play Okey page.
101 is for players who enjoy mental maths: you add up the tiles in your melds to work out how to open. Read the rules on the how to play 101 Okey page.
Küt sets a different contract every round: a tile that helps in one round can become dead weight in the next. Read the rules on the how to play Küt Okey page.
Frequently asked questions
Are Okey and 101 the same game?
No. Both use the same tiles, but in 101 you lay down melds, add tiles to the table, and scores are recorded as penalty points. In Classic Okey, there is no mid-round melding; you simply arrange your entire rack to finish.
Is Küt a type of 101?
No. In Küt, tile point totals do not matter; each round has its own contract. Find out more on the difference between Küt and 101 page.
Can I play Classic Okey or 101 in the KÜT app?
No. The KÜT app is for Küt only.