What Are the Best Odds in the Casino?
Understanding game odds helps players choose where to spend their bankroll. Blackjack, certain video poker variants, and some craps bets offer the lowest house edges when played with optimal strategy.
Blackjack with Basic Strategy
Single-deck blackjack returns 99.5% RTP when
basic strategy is followed. House edge sits
Single-deck blackjack returns 99.5% RTP when basic strategy is followed. House edge sits at 0.5%. Live dealer versions often carry a slightly higher edge due to different rules.
Video Poker Pay Tables
Deuces Wild variants can reach 100.7% with
Full-pay Jacks or Better returns 99.5%. Deuces Wild variants can reach 100.7% with perfect play on select machines. Always check the pay table before playing.
Craps Bets to Avoid or Take
Pass and Don’t Pass bets carry
a 1.36% house edge. Avoid field bets
Pass and Don’t Pass bets carry a 1.36% house edge. Avoid field bets and any one-roll proposition bets that exceed 10% house edge.
Slots and Progressive Jackpots
Standard slots range 94%–97% RTP. Progressive
slots often drop below 90% because part
Standard slots range 94%–97% RTP. Progressive slots often drop below 90% because part of each bet funds the jackpot. Play max coins only on progressives if chasing the top prize.