Craps Calculator

Last updated: 2026-07-14

Interactive craps calculator with house edge, true odds, and payout for every bet type. Build bet combinations and optimize your odds strategy.

Your Combo's House Edge
0.4%
Your combo gives the house 0.4% — the line bet alone is 1.4%, and 3x odds cuts it down.
Pass Line
1.4% edge
Pays 1:1
Come-out 7/11 wins, 2/3/12 loses; point established, then point before 7 wins
Don't Pass
1.4% edge
Pays 1:1
Come-out 2/3 wins, 7/11 loses, 12 push; point established, 7 before point wins
Come
1.4% edge
Pays 1:1
Same as Pass Line but placed after come-out roll
Don't Come
1.4% edge
Pays 1:1
Same as Don't Pass but placed after come-out roll
Odds Behind Your Line Bet
The odds bet has zero house edge. Taking higher odds dilutes your effective edge.
Total Wagered
$100
Expected Loss
$0.35
House's cut (edge)
0.4%
Bets in Combo
2

Why the Odds Bet Is the Best Wager in Any Casino

The Pass/Don't Pass odds bet pays at true mathematical odds with zero house edge. No other casino game offers this. The catch: you must place a Pass Line bet first (1.41% edge), but maximizing your odds bet dilutes this edge dramatically.

How Proposition Bets Drain Your Bankroll

Proposition bets like Any 7, Hardways, and Horn bets resolve on every roll — about 80 times per hour. Combined with house edges of 9-17%, these bets can cost 10-20 times more per hour than a basic Pass Line strategy. The calculator makes this cost difference visible.

Building an Optimal Craps Strategy

Start with Pass Line or Don't Pass, take maximum odds, and add Come bets with odds if you want more action. Place 6 and Place 8 are acceptable additions at 1.52% edge. Everything else on the table costs significantly more per dollar wagered.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bet in craps?
The Pass Line with maximum odds is the best craps strategy. The Pass Line has a 1.41% house edge, and the odds bet behind it has zero house edge. Taking 3-4-5x odds reduces the combined effective edge to 0.37%.
What bets should I avoid in craps?
Avoid all proposition bets: Any 7 (16.67% edge), Hardways (9-11% edge), and Any Craps (11.11% edge). These one-roll bets have the worst odds at the entire craps table.
What is the odds bet in craps?
The odds bet is a side bet placed behind your Pass or Don't Pass bet after a point is established. It pays true odds with zero house edge — the only bet in the casino with no built-in advantage for the house.
What is the house edge on the Pass Line?
The Pass Line has a 1.41% house edge. Combined with various odds multiples: 1x odds reduces it to 0.85%, 2x to 0.61%, and 3-4-5x to 0.37%. Higher odds always improve your position.
Is Don't Pass better than Pass Line?
Don't Pass has a slightly lower house edge (1.36% vs 1.41%) but is socially unpopular since you win when other players lose. Mathematically, the difference is minimal and both are excellent bets.
What are Place bets and are they any good?
Place bets let you bet on a specific number rolling before 7. Place 6 and Place 8 have a reasonable 1.52% edge. Place 4 and Place 10 have a 6.67% edge and should generally be avoided.
How does the bet builder work?
Select multiple bets, set your wager amount for each, and the calculator computes your combined effective house edge and total expected loss per roll. This reveals the true cost of multi-bet strategies.
How many rolls per hour in craps?
A typical craps table sees about 100 rolls per hour, but decisions per bet vary. Pass Line resolves roughly 40 times per hour, while proposition bets resolve on every roll (about 80-100 per hour).

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