{"id":12684,"date":"2024-07-26T06:05:27","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T06:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/roulette.academy\/?page_id=12684"},"modified":"2024-12-06T11:41:32","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T11:41:32","slug":"payouts-bets","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/roulette.academy\/rules\/payouts-bets\/","title":{"rendered":"Roulette Payouts and Bets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Roulette has a long, rich history, combined with that quite old-time flair that seems to charm newbies and experienced gamblers alike. Imagine walking into a busy casino with wheels spinning and everyone holding their breath; it's something else. Let me walk you through what I have gained from researching the different kinds of bets, their payout, and the house edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>The Basics of Roulette<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So here is the rundown on Roulette. There is a wheel with numbered pockets, each pocket colored either red, black, or green. The numbers vary from 1 to 36. If you are playing the version known as European Roulette, there is one green zero. The American game introduced an extra green, making it a tiny bit tougher by implanting a double zero. You make wagers desired on a diagrammatic tabletop replicating the wheel's numbers and colors. It all comes down to where that ball is gonna land when the croupier spins the wheel and drops the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Inside bets<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These bets are higher stakes for those of you craving that extra kick. They offer higher payouts yet lower odds. Have you ever thought to throw your chips on a single number, and it hits? That's a straight-up bet. Pretty cool stuff, right? Here's how it breaks down for inside bets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Straight Up Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Where you just bet on a single number. This is because of the fact that it is quite hot once you win; the payout is 35:1. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Split Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Betting on two numbers that are adjacent. The payment here is 17:1, and I have seen guys go really wild about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Street Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This bet covers three numbers consecutively in a row. Payout is 11:1, which in my opinion is decent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Corner Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The corner bet covers four numbers that make up a square. Payout is 8:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Five-Number Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is only available in American roulette and includes the numbers 0, 00, 1, 2, and 3. Payout, once again, is an unattractive 6:1, which does not really inspire many players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Line Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The line bet covers two rows of numbers that are adjacent to each other for a total of six numbers. Once again, the payout is 5:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Outside Bets<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Outside bets are those that are slightly more conservative; they offer better odds but lower yields. If you are looking for a game that moves along steadily, then outside bets may be right up your alley. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Red or Black<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bet on the color. It's simple; the payout is 1:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Odd or Even<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bet on whether the number will be odd or even. The payout again is 1:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>High or Low<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wagering that the number is either in the lower half (1-18) or the upper half (19-36). The payout is 1:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Dozens Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The bet includes a group of 12 numbers in a dozen. The payout is 2:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Columns Bet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The same as a dozen, but this bet covers one of three vertical columns. The payout is 2:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Call and Announce Bets<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These are bets that are normal as well in both European and French roulettes; they are very intriguing. They are declared to the croupier instead of being placed on the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Neighbors of Zero (Voisins du Z\u00e9ro) <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This includes 17 numbers close to zero. The payout of this bet varies and it is quite entertaining to see it being played.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Thirds of the Wheel (Tiers du Cylindre) <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This covers 12 numbers across zero. The payout is 2:1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Orphans (Orphelins)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This wager is on the eight remaining numbers. The payout varies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span> Payout Odds in Roulette<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 Let's get into the numbers. The trick is to see what the payoff is in comparison to how much the ball could potentially end up in such a pocket. The problem is that this section can get a tad technical. Bear with me, folks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bet Type<\/strong><\/td>Payout<\/strong><\/td>Win Probability (American)<\/strong><\/td>Win Probability (European)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Straight-Up<\/td>35:1<\/td>2.6%<\/td>2.7%<\/td><\/tr>
Split<\/td>17:1<\/td>5.3%<\/td>5.4%<\/td><\/tr>
Street<\/td>11:1<\/td>7.9%<\/td>8.1%<\/td><\/tr>
Corner<\/td>8:1<\/td>10.5%<\/td>10.8%<\/td><\/tr>
Double Street<\/td>5:1<\/td>15.8%<\/td>16.2%<\/td><\/tr>
Five-Number Bet<\/td>6:1<\/td>13.2%<\/td>–<\/td><\/tr>
Even\/Odd<\/td>1:1<\/td>47.4%<\/td>48.6%<\/td><\/tr>
Red\/Black<\/td>1:1<\/td>47.4%<\/td>48.6%<\/td><\/tr>
Low\/High<\/td>1:1<\/td>47.4%<\/td>48.6%<\/td><\/tr>
Dozens<\/td>2:1<\/td>31.6%<\/td>32.4%<\/td><\/tr>
Columns<\/td>2:1<\/td>31.6%<\/td>32.4%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Now, to talk about the house edge: this is the advantage of the casino here. For American roulette, it's 5.26% because of zero and double zero. For Europeans, with one zero, it is 2.7%. French can further bring down the house edge with some special rules to even 1.35%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Advice to Not Lose Too Much<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What I do actually favor and find pretty practical, to state one thing, is that the outside bets have better chances, even while the pay is smaller. Most importantly, remember to manage your bankroll. Bet only with money, you have no problem losing. I think European roulette is preferable to American, considering the small advantage for the house that actually lowers the RTP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope this helps. Knowing about these roulette bets, their payouts, and the house advantage really adds to the experience when playing this very classic game.<\/p>\n

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