About
GTO Lab is a premier online training platform purpose-built for multi-table tournament (MTT) poker players who want to reach the highest levels of the game. Developed alongside some of the most successful tournament players in the world—including Nick Petrangelo, Daniel Dvoress, and Isaac Haxton—the platform delivers a full ecosystem of study tools and expert content. At its core is GTO Lab's industry-leading ICM (Independent Chip Model) Trainer, which features a unique full-table mode that allows players to train all positions simultaneously, converting complex tournament theory into positive EV plays. The Postflop CEV tool helps players study chip-EV maximization in early and middle tournament stages, while the Preflop Library provides over 14,000 solved ranges across all stack depths and positions. The coaching video library offers more than 130 hours of in-depth content, including hand reviews, strategy breakdowns, and advanced concept explanations from world-class players. Structured courses like Nick Petrangelo's 26-Day Training Plan and Tournament Savagery co-taught with Daniel Dvoress provide step-by-step roadmaps to mastering MTT study and in-game decision-making. Ike Haxton's Multiway Mastery course covers some of the most complex and profitable poker situations. GTO Lab is ideal for serious recreational players, aspiring professionals, and seasoned tournament grinders who want a systematic, theory-driven approach to improving their tournament poker game.
Key Features
- Full-Table ICM Trainer: Industry-leading ICM trainer with a unique full-table mode that lets you train all positions simultaneously, moving beyond one-dimensional drills to master complex tournament spots.
- 14,000+ Preflop Solutions Library: One of the most comprehensive preflop resources ever built for MTT players, providing solved ranges for any stack depth or position to eliminate preflop guesswork.
- 130+ Hours of Coaching Videos: A constantly growing library of in-depth coaching content featuring elite pros analyzing their own play, reviewing high-stakes hands, and teaching advanced tournament concepts.
- Postflop CEV Tools: Study postflop chip-EV maximization for early and middle tournament stages, helping you simplify complex decisions and build a powerful GTO theoretical framework.
- Expert-Designed Courses: Structured courses including Nick Petrangelo's 26-Day Training Plan, Tournament Savagery, and Ike Haxton's Multiway Mastery to provide systematic, progressive skill development.
Use Cases
- A serious recreational MTT player uses the ICM Trainer's full-table mode to practice final-table push/fold decisions and improve their late-tournament performance.
- An aspiring poker pro follows Nick Petrangelo's 26-Day Training Plan to build a structured daily study routine covering stack depths, positional play, and population exploits.
- A tournament grinder preparing for the WSOP uses the Preflop Library to review solved ranges for short-stack spots and eliminate leaks from their preflop game.
- An intermediate player watches coaching videos of elite pros reviewing high-stakes hands to learn advanced concepts and understand how world-class players think through decisions.
- A poker coach uses GTO Lab's postflop CEV tools to build lesson plans around common early-tournament scenarios and teach students how to maximize chip value on every street.
Pros
- World-Class Coaching Staff: Content and tools are built with and by some of the most accomplished MTT players alive, ensuring instruction is grounded in proven, high-level tournament strategy.
- Comprehensive Study Ecosystem: Combines solvers, preflop libraries, coaching videos, and structured courses into one platform, eliminating the need to juggle multiple tools and resources.
- Free Tier Available: Players can sign up for free to explore the platform before committing to a paid Pro subscription, lowering the barrier to entry.
- Unique Full-Table ICM Training: The full-table mode in the ICM trainer is a standout feature not commonly found on competing platforms, offering a more realistic and complete training experience.
Cons
- Poker-Specific Niche: The platform is exclusively focused on tournament poker, making it irrelevant for cash game players or those interested in other forms of poker.
- Pro Tier Cost: At $119/month for the Pro tier, the subscription price may be steep for casual players who are not fully committed to serious study.
- Steep Learning Curve: The depth of GTO content and solver-based tools assumes familiarity with poker theory, making it less approachable for complete beginners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GTO Lab?
GTO Lab is an online tournament poker training platform offering an ICM trainer, preflop solution library, postflop CEV tools, coaching videos, and structured courses—all built in collaboration with world-class MTT professionals.
Is GTO Lab free to use?
Yes, GTO Lab offers a free signup tier. A paid Pro subscription unlocks full access to all tools, coaching videos, and courses at $119/month (promotional pricing may vary).
Who are the coaches on GTO Lab?
GTO Lab features coaching from elite tournament professionals including Nick Petrangelo, Daniel Dvoress, Isaac (Ike) Haxton, Jonathan Jaffe, Connor Rash, Alex Kulev, and other top MTT players.
What is the ICM Trainer and why is it useful?
The ICM Trainer simulates Independent Chip Model scenarios in poker tournaments. GTO Lab's version uniquely supports full-table mode, allowing you to train every position at once and build better decision-making in critical late-tournament spots.
What courses are available on GTO Lab?
GTO Lab offers Nick Petrangelo's 26-Day MTT Training Plan, Tournament Savagery (co-taught by Nick Petrangelo and Daniel Dvoress), and Multiway Mastery by Isaac Haxton, among other structured learning programs.
