Overall Vig
C · Rank #8 of 18
Bally Bet is a fully regulated US sportsbook backed by Bally's Corporation, one of the oldest and most established names in the American casino industry. Launched as part of Bally's broader push into digital gaming, the sportsbook operates in a handful of states and positions itself as a mainstream, recreational-leaning platform. Its brand recognition stems largely from the Bally's casino empire rather than from any track record as a standout digital sportsbook, which means it enters the market with credibility but without the polished digital infrastructure that more established competitors have refined over years of operation.
In terms of strengths, Bally Bet benefits from its integration with Bally's retail casino properties, offering a seamless bridge for bettors who frequent physical locations and want a connected mobile experience. The platform covers major sports and provides standard bet types, and its odds are generally competitive on marquee events. However, the weaknesses are notable. Compared to industry leaders like FanDuel, DraftKings, or BetMGM, Bally Bet's app experience, promotional offerings, and market depth lag behind. The platform's state availability is limited, and its user interface has drawn criticism for feeling underdeveloped. Sharp bettors will find little reason to prioritize it, as the odds margins and betting limits don't cater to high-volume or professional play.
Bally Bet is best suited for casual bettors who already have a relationship with the Bally's brand through its casinos or who want to explore a less crowded sportsbook environment. It's a viable option for straightforward wagers on major sports but unlikely to be a primary book for anyone seeking best-in-class odds, deep prop markets, or aggressive promotions. Its reliability is underpinned by full state-level regulation and the financial backing of a publicly traded gaming corporation, so trust isn't a concern — but the overall product still has room to mature.
Vig by Sport
| Sport | Avg Vig | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| AHL | 8.45% | D- |
| Boxing | 6.14% | C |
| Championship | 7.11% | D |
| EPL | 5.68% | C+ |
| FIFA World Cup | 7.30% | D |
| Ligue 1 - France | 6.45% | C |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 6.55% | C |
| Serie A - Italy | 6.48% | C |
| Liiga | 5.05% | C+ |
| MMA | 5.11% | C+ |
| NBA | 6.09% | C |
| NCAA Baseball | 7.60% | D |
| NHL | 5.31% | C+ |
| Primeira Liga - Portugal | 7.99% | D |
| La Liga - Spain | 6.09% | C |
| UEFA Champions League | 5.38% | C+ |
| UEFA Europa League | 5.93% | C+ |
| MLS | 6.96% | C |
Frequently Asked Questions
How good are Bally Bet odds?
Bally Bet has an average vig of 6.43%, earning a grade of C. They rank #8 out of 18 tracked sportsbooks.
What is vig (vigorish) in sports betting?
Vig — short for vigorish, also called juice or overround — is the margin a sportsbook builds into its odds. It's the difference between the true probability of an outcome and what the odds imply. Lower vig means you keep more of your winnings on every bet. For example, a standard -110/-110 line has about 4.76% vig.
How often is this data updated?
We pull fresh odds from The Odds API three times per day — at 6:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 10:00 PM UTC. Each snapshot captures the latest lines from every sportsbook that has posted odds. The timestamp at the top of the page shows the most recent refresh.
How is the vig grade calculated?
Each sportsbook is graded on a letter scale based on average vig: A+ (under 2%) is exceptional, A (2–3%) is excellent, B+ (3–4%) is above average, B (4–5%) is the industry standard, C (5–6%) is below average, and D (above 6%) indicates high-juice markets.
Why does lower vig matter for bettors?
Lower vig directly impacts your long-term returns. A bettor placing $1,000 per week at a book with 4% vig loses roughly $40/week to the house edge. At 2% vig, that drops to $20/week — a $1,040 difference over a year. For serious bettors, shopping for lower vig is one of the most reliable ways to improve profitability.
What sportsbooks do you track?
We track both regulated US sportsbooks (DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars) and offshore books (Bovada, BetOnline, MyBookie, BetUS, LowVig.ag, BetAnySports). Data comes from The Odds API, which aggregates real-time lines from licensed sources.
How We Calculate These Numbers
- Data Source
- All odds on this page come from The Odds API, which aggregates real-time lines from licensed US and offshore sportsbooks. We track moneyline, spread, and totals markets across every sport with active betting lines.
- Update Frequency
- We pull a fresh snapshot of every tracked market three times per day — at 6:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 10:00 PM UTC. Each snapshot captures the latest lines from every sportsbook that has posted odds for a given event. The timestamp at the top of each page tells you exactly when the data was last refreshed.
- Vig Calculation
- Vig (short for vigorish, also called juice or overround) measures the margin a sportsbook builds into its odds. We calculate it by converting the odds on each side of a market to implied probabilities, summing those probabilities, and subtracting 100%. For example, a market priced at -110/-110 implies 52.38% on each side — a total of 104.76%, meaning a vig of 4.76%. Lower vig means better value for bettors because you keep more of your winnings.
- Per-Market Breakdown
- We compute vig separately for each market type: moneyline (h2h), point spreads, and totals (over/under). The "average vig" shown for each sportsbook is the mean across all market types weighted by the number of events sampled in each market.
- Grading Scale
- Every sportsbook receives a letter grade based on its average vig: A+ (under 2%) is exceptional and rare — these are typically sharp-friendly books. A (2–3%) is excellent. B+ (3–4%) is above average. B (4–5%) is the industry standard for most recreational sportsbooks. C (5–6%) is below average. D (above 6%) indicates high-juice markets where bettors face a steep cost per wager.
- Trend Tracking
- We store daily snapshots for 30 days, allowing us to show 24-hour and 7-day vig trends. A downward trend (improving) means sportsbooks are tightening their lines — often in response to increased competition or higher betting volume as a season heats up.