GGPoker vs PokerStars — The Global Network Comparison

A race that has changed

Until 2019, PokerStars had no real competitors. The move of WSOP Online to GGPoker in 2020, combined with modern technology and aggressive marketing campaigns, made GGPoker the largest network in the world by many metrics. PokerStars is still a giant and remains relevant — but it is no longer alone.

Cash game traffic

According to reports from PokerScout and GameIntel, GGPoker leads in 2026 in NLH and PLO cash traffic. PokerStars continues to be strong in Stud, Draw, and Mixed Games. The traffic gap shows up as shorter waiting times and a wider variety of tables at mid-limits and above on GGPoker.

Tournaments and prize money

GGPoker: WSOP Online (the full slate of bracelets), the weekly GGMasters, Super MILLION$ (weekly), Bounty Hunters Series. PokerStars: SCOOP, WCOOP, and the veteran Sunday Million. In total weekend tournament prize pools, GGPoker leads, though PokerStars is still dominant in niche tournament formats.

The gaming software

PokerStars offers a stable client built over two decades, full of options. GGPoker offers a modern experience with unique features:

• Built-in Smart HUD (no need for external tools)
• Rabbit Cam — see which card would have come next
• Snap Cam — live camera stream at the table
• Squid Game / All-in Insurance / Splash Pot — social formats
• PokerCraft — an analysis tool comparable to basic PokerTracker

VIP programs and rakeback

GGPoker: Fish Buffet (up to ~60% effective), Honey Bonus, daily keys. PokerStars: a Chest system with basic returns (5-30%). For an Israeli player joining through ClubGG (Club ID 187197), there is an additional layer of rakeback from the club itself.

Accessibility from Israel

Both networks are accessible from Israel without a VPN. PokerStars has no Hebrew support and no official Israeli agent. GGPoker, through ClubGG (PokerGG.co.il), has an Israeli agent on WhatsApp 24/7, a local Israeli community, and Hebrew-language tournaments.

The bottom line

2026 is GGPoker's year. The network leads in features, traffic, and major tournament prize pools. PokerStars is still an excellent place to play — but for those starting fresh, and especially for Israeli players, GGPoker through ClubGG is the logical financial and social choice.