Overall Comparison
BetOnline.ag ✔ Lower Vig
Average vig · B
↑ 0.15% up since yesterday
theScore Bet
Average vig · D
↑ 0.38% up since yesterday
BetOnline.ag wins on 20 of 21 sports. The biggest gap is in Ligue 2 - France, where BetOnline.ag charges 4.76% less vig. theScore Bet is only competitive in Boxing.
BetOnline.ag and theScore Bet represent two fundamentally different models in the sports betting landscape. BetOnline operates as an offshore sportsbook based in Panama, catering to a broad audience that includes U.S. bettors in states without legal regulated options. It has been in operation since the early 2000s and built its reputation on accessibility, cryptocurrency support, and willingness to take action on a wide range of markets. theScore Bet, by contrast, launched as a regulated U.S. sportsbook backed by Penn Entertainment, growing out of theScore's popular sports media app. Its approach leans heavily on integrating betting with real-time news, stats, and scores — targeting a younger, mobile-first demographic that values a seamless content-to-wagering experience. On vig, BetOnline tends to hold fairly standard -110/-110 lines on major spreads and totals, though its margins can widen on niche markets. theScore Bet generally competes with other regulated books on pricing but doesn't consistently lead the market on reduced juice.
A bettor might prefer BetOnline for its broader market availability, higher limits on certain props, and fast cryptocurrency payouts — particularly if they're looking to bet on obscure leagues, politics, or entertainment props that regulated books don't offer. theScore Bet is the stronger choice for bettors who prioritize legal protections, state-regulated dispute resolution, and the convenience of depositing and withdrawing through standard U.S. banking methods. Its integrated media experience is genuinely useful for bettors who want news context alongside their betting slip without toggling between apps.
Beyond vig, bettors should weigh several practical factors. BetOnline's offshore status means there's no U.S. regulatory body to intervene if a dispute arises, and fiat withdrawals can be slow and carry fees. theScore Bet offers the security of state regulation but is limited to a small number of licensed states, restricting its availability. Interface quality favors theScore Bet, which benefits from years of sports app development. Bettors focused on sharp, high-volume wagering may find BetOnline more accommodating on limits, while casual and recreational bettors will likely find theScore Bet's polished experience and legal standing more reassuring.
Vig Comparison by Sport
| Sport | BetOnline.ag | theScore Bet | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCAAF | — | — | — |
| AFL | — | — | — |
| MLB | — | — | — |
| MLB Preseason | — | 3.75% | — |
| NCAA Baseball | — | 9.43% | — |
| Basketball Euroleague | — | 6.95% | — |
| NBA | 4.43% | 5.16% | BetOnline.ag |
| Boxing | 6.02% | 5.43% | theScore Bet |
| International Twenty20 | — | — | — |
| IPL | — | — | — |
| One Day Internationals | — | — | — |
| AHL | — | 5.92% | — |
| Liiga | — | 5.76% | — |
| Mestis | — | — | — |
| NHL | 3.41% | 4.68% | BetOnline.ag |
| HockeyAllsvenskan | — | — | — |
| SHL | — | — | — |
| NCAA Lacrosse | — | — | — |
| MMA | 3.79% | — | — |
| NRL | — | — | — |
| State of Origin | — | — | — |
| Primera División - Argentina | 4.67% | 6.73% | BetOnline.ag |
| A-League | 4.81% | — | — |
| Austrian Football Bundesliga | — | — | — |
| Belgium First Div | — | — | — |
| Brazil Série A | 4.79% | — | — |
| Brazil Série B | — | — | — |
| Primera División - Chile | 4.52% | — | — |
| Super League - China | — | — | — |
| Denmark Superliga | 4.37% | — | — |
| Championship | 5.30% | 7.64% | BetOnline.ag |
| EFL Cup | 5.11% | 7.22% | BetOnline.ag |
| League 1 | 5.91% | 8.99% | BetOnline.ag |
| League 2 | 6.19% | 8.72% | BetOnline.ag |
| EPL | 4.15% | 7.59% | BetOnline.ag |
| FA Cup | 8.86% | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup | 4.21% | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Europe | 5.39% | — | — |
| Coupe de France | — | — | — |
| Ligue 1 - France | 4.28% | 7.53% | BetOnline.ag |
| Ligue 2 - France | 4.34% | 9.10% | BetOnline.ag |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 4.29% | 7.68% | BetOnline.ag |
| Bundesliga 2 - Germany | — | — | — |
| Frauen-Bundesliga | — | — | — |
| DFB-Pokal | — | — | — |
| 3. Liga - Germany | — | — | — |
| Super League - Greece | — | — | — |
| Serie A - Italy | 4.25% | 7.53% | BetOnline.ag |
| Serie B - Italy | 4.88% | 7.62% | BetOnline.ag |
| J League | — | — | — |
| K League 1 | 5.01% | — | — |
| League of Ireland | 4.57% | — | — |
| Liga MX | 4.28% | — | — |
| Dutch Eredivisie | — | — | — |
| Eliteserien - Norway | — | — | — |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 4.62% | — | — |
| Primeira Liga - Portugal | — | — | — |
| Premier League - Russia | — | — | — |
| Copa del Rey | — | — | — |
| La Liga - Spain | 4.22% | 7.43% | BetOnline.ag |
| La Liga 2 - Spain | 4.02% | 8.16% | BetOnline.ag |
| Premiership - Scotland | — | — | — |
| Allsvenskan - Sweden | — | — | — |
| Swiss Superleague | — | — | — |
| Turkey Super League | 4.51% | — | — |
| UEFA Champions League | 4.33% | 7.09% | BetOnline.ag |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | 5.06% | 7.21% | BetOnline.ag |
| UEFA Europa League | 4.99% | 7.13% | BetOnline.ag |
| MLS | 4.15% | 7.52% | BetOnline.ag |
| ATP Indian Wells | — | 5.80% | — |
| WTA Miami Open | 4.32% | 6.95% | BetOnline.ag |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BetOnline.ag or theScore Bet better for odds?
BetOnline.ag currently offers lower vig overall. BetOnline.ag averages 4.77% vig (B) while theScore Bet averages 7.06% vig (D).
How does BetOnline.ag compare to theScore Bet by sport?
We compare both books across 71 sports. The comparison covers vig percentages, grades, and which book offers better odds per sport.
Is BetOnline good for sharp bettors?
BetOnline is one of the sharper offshore books. They offer relatively high limits, competitive vig, and are slower to limit winning bettors compared to recreational sites. They're a popular choice for serious bettors alongside Pinnacle and BetAnySports.
What sports does BetOnline cover?
BetOnline covers a wide range of sports including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, NCAAF, NCAAB, UFC/MMA, soccer, tennis, golf, and many international sports. They're known for having one of the broadest market offerings among offshore sportsbooks.
How does BetOnline handle payouts?
BetOnline offers payouts via cryptocurrency (fastest, usually same day), check by courier (7–14 days), and bank wire (5–7 days). They provide one free payout per month, with fees for additional withdrawals depending on the method.
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.