Bridge Base Online also features free tools that help novice players learn and improve their game skills, like 'Bridge Master' and 'Minibridge'.

A significant contribution to the game is the Vugraph "broadcasts", which presents live matches from around the world, enhanced by expert commentary.

Records of hands played are archived and are publicly accessible, enabling players to view their own and other competitors' actions.

[6] BBO also offers playing robots, which allow users to practice or compete without human partners and/or opponents, even in high-end competitive events.

For players who want to practice extensively, BBO offers a subscription ("BBO+") that allows a choice of robots that play different bidding systems.

Collusive cheating, which is very easy online and all but impossible to prove except through statistical means, became a significant issue during this period.

In response, the ACBL announced it was joining forces with the EDGAR foundation and BBO, effective February 1, 2024.