Statistics

Aggression Factor — Poker Stat Definition & How to Read It

Also known as AF

Here's a clear definition with real-hand context, plus how it connects to the rest of your strategy.

Quick answer

Aggression Factor (AF) — (Bets + Raises) / Calls — how aggressively a player plays.

In more detail

AF < 1 = passive, 1–3 = balanced, > 3 = aggressive. Postflop AF over multiple streets is more meaningful than a single number.

Common questions

What does Aggression Factor mean in poker?

AF < 1 = passive, 1–3 = balanced, > 3 = aggressive. Postflop AF over multiple streets is more meaningful than a single number.

Related terms

VPIP
% of hands a player voluntarily enters (excludes blind posts).
Fold-to-CBet
% of times a player folds to a continuation bet.
WTSD
% of pots a player sees showdown after the flop.

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