The Odds Bet in Craps (0% House Edge)

By Felt Trainer Editorial · House edges computed from our open game engine · Last updated May 30, 2026

The Odds bet is the single best wager in the entire casino: it pays true odds with a 0% house edge. You can only place it as a backup to a Pass/Don't Pass or Come bet.

How the Odds bet works

Once a point is set, you can place an additional "free odds" wager behind your Pass Line bet. It wins if the point repeats before a 7, and because it pays the true mathematical odds, the house has no edge on this portion of your money.

PointOdds PaysHouse Edge
4 or 102:10%
5 or 93:20%
6 or 86:50%

Why it is the smartest money on the table

Combining a low-edge Pass Line bet with maximum Odds dilutes the casino's advantage on your total wager. With 3x–5x odds, your blended house edge drops well below 1% — the best you can do anywhere in the building. Casinos cap how much odds you can take precisely because they make nothing on it.

Worked example

Point is 4. You have $10 on the Pass Line and add $30 in odds. If the 4 repeats, the flat bet pays $10 (1:1) and the odds pay $60 (2:1 true odds) — $70 profit, none of it taxed by a house edge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the Odds bet have no house edge?

It pays the true mathematical probability of the point hitting before a 7. Because the payout exactly matches the odds, the casino has no built-in advantage.

How much can I bet on odds?

It depends on the table. Common limits are 3x, 4x, or 5x your flat bet; some tables offer 10x or more. Always take the maximum you can afford to lower your overall edge.

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