Craps Odds Calculator
House edge for every bet on the table, ranked best to worst
Best Bets
Smart Bets — Low House Edge
These are the only craps bets a mathematically-minded player should consider.
| Bet | Payout | House Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Free Odds (Pass/Come) | True odds | 0.00% |
| Don't Pass / Don't Come | 1:1 | 1.36% |
| Pass Line / Come | 1:1 | 1.41% |
| Place 6 or 8 | 7:6 | 1.52% |
| Field (triple 12) | 1:1 / 2:1 / 3:1 | 2.78% |
Place & Buy Bets
Place, Buy & Lay Bets
| Bet | Payout | House Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Place 5 or 9 | 7:5 | 4.00% |
| Place 4 or 10 | 9:5 | 6.67% |
| Buy 4 or 10 (with vig) | 2:1 - 5% | 4.76% |
| Lay 4 or 10 (with vig) | 1:2 - 5% | 2.44% |
| Big 6 / Big 8 | 1:1 | 9.09% |
Avoid
Proposition Bets — High House Edge
These center-table bets have the highest house edge in the casino. Avoid them.
| Bet | Payout | House Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Any 7 | 4:1 | 16.67% |
| 2 or 12 (Hi-Lo) | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| 3 or 11 | 15:1 | 11.11% |
| Hard 4 / Hard 10 | 7:1 | 11.11% |
| Hard 6 / Hard 8 | 9:1 | 9.09% |
| Any Craps | 7:1 | 11.11% |
| Horn Bet | varies | 12.50% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet in craps?
Pass/don't pass with maximum free odds. The pass line itself has a 1.41% edge, but free odds bets pay at true odds with zero house edge. Taking full odds (e.g., 3x-4x-5x) brings the combined edge below 0.4%.
What are free odds?
After a point is established, you can place an additional bet behind the pass or don't pass line that pays at true mathematical odds. This is the only bet in a casino with zero house edge. Casinos limit the amount (often 3x, 5x, 10x, or 100x the line bet).
What should I avoid at the craps table?
Avoid everything in the center of the felt — proposition bets, hardways, horn bets, and "Any 7" all carry house edges from 9% to nearly 17%. Also avoid Big 6/Big 8 (9.09% edge) when Place 6/8 pays better at only 1.52%.
Is the don't pass bet really better than pass?
Mathematically, yes — 1.36% vs 1.41%. The difference is small but real. Some players avoid it because betting against the shooter is seen as antisocial, but the math slightly favors the dark side.
Craps Odds & House Edge Guide
This free craps odds reference lists every bet on the craps table with its payout and house edge, ranked from best to worst. Craps has some of the best bets in the casino (pass line + free odds) alongside some of the absolute worst (proposition bets).
The Power of Free Odds
Free odds are unique in casino gambling — they're the only bet with zero house edge. By combining a pass line bet with maximum free odds, you can bring the effective house edge below 0.5%. No other table game offers this opportunity.