Arbitrage Calculator
Calculate your hedge bets for guaranteed profit
Total Stake
$200.00
Total Payout
$0.00
Profit (-100%)
$-200.00
This arbitrage calculator helps you determine the exact stakes needed on both sides of a two-way bet to guarantee a profit regardless of the outcome. Enter the odds and one stake, and the tool will automatically calculate the corresponding stake and payout.
Tip: You can switch between American and Decimal odds using the toggle above the inputs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arbitrage betting, also known as sure betting, involves placing bets on all possible outcomes of an event using different sportsbooks to guarantee a profit regardless of the outcome.
Arbitrage betting is legal in most jurisdictions, as it involves placing regular bets with licensed sportsbooks. However, always check local laws and sportsbook terms of service.
The calculator lets you input the odds from two different sportsbooks and one stake amount. It then calculates the matching stake needed on the other side to ensure equal payouts and guaranteed profit.
The calculator supports both American and Decimal odds. You can toggle between them using the switch above the input fields.
Arbitrage opportunities arise when two sportsbooks offer different odds for the same event. Using two books allows you to exploit that difference to lock in a profit.
Yes, some sportsbooks monitor for arbing behavior and may limit or ban accounts they suspect are consistently exploiting odds differences. It’s important to diversify and avoid patterns.
While arbitrage betting is low-risk in theory, practical risks include odds changing before both bets are placed, account limitations, and human error. Speed and precision are key.
You can start small, but a larger bankroll allows for better scaling and higher profits per arbitrage opportunity. Always bet within your means and manage your bankroll carefully.
Arbitrage opportunities occur frequently, especially across lesser-known markets or during odds updates. However, they may not last long, so it’s important to act quickly when they appear.