Overall Comparison
BetOnline.ag ✔ Lower Vig
Average vig · B
↑ 0.15% up since yesterday
FanDuel
Average vig · D
↑ 0.22% up since yesterday
BetOnline.ag wins on 29 of 29 sports. The biggest gap is in Ligue 2 - France, where BetOnline.ag charges 4.68% less vig.
BetOnline.ag and FanDuel represent two fundamentally different approaches to sports betting in the American market. FanDuel operates as a fully regulated, state-licensed sportsbook backed by Flutter Entertainment, the largest online gambling company in the world. It generates revenue through a combination of competitive vig on major markets, aggressive new-user promotions funded by massive marketing budgets, and deep integration with its daily fantasy sports ecosystem. BetOnline.ag, by contrast, operates offshore from Panama, serving a broad customer base that includes bettors in states without legal sports betting. Its model relies on wider accessibility, cryptocurrency support, and a willingness to book action that domestic books may limit or refuse.
The choice between these two books often comes down to what a bettor prioritizes. FanDuel is the stronger pick for recreational bettors in regulated states who value a polished mobile app, same-game parlays with intuitive building tools, rapid withdrawals to verified bank accounts, and frequent promotional offers like profit boosts and bonus bets. BetOnline.ag appeals to a different profile — sharper bettors who need higher limits on sides and totals, access to niche markets like international leagues and props that FanDuel doesn't always cover, or the ability to deposit and withdraw via Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies without identity verification delays.
Beyond vig, bettors should weigh several practical factors. FanDuel offers legal consumer protections, state-regulated dispute resolution, and near-instant payouts in most cases. BetOnline.ag lacks those regulatory safeguards, and withdrawal times for fiat methods can stretch days or weeks, though crypto cashouts are typically faster. FanDuel is also known for aggressively limiting winning accounts, while BetOnline.ag has a reputation for tolerating sharper action longer — though it is not immune to reducing limits on consistently profitable players. For anyone comparing lines between these two, the live vig data on this page reveals where each book is pricing markets tighter or wider in real time.
Vig Comparison by Sport
| Sport | BetOnline.ag | FanDuel | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCAAF | — | 4.66% | — |
| AFL | — | — | — |
| MLB | — | — | — |
| MLB Preseason | — | — | — |
| NCAA Baseball | — | 6.07% | — |
| Basketball Euroleague | — | 4.91% | — |
| NBA | 4.43% | 5.51% | BetOnline.ag |
| Boxing | 6.02% | 6.54% | BetOnline.ag |
| International Twenty20 | — | 5.95% | — |
| IPL | — | — | — |
| One Day Internationals | — | — | — |
| AHL | — | — | — |
| Liiga | — | — | — |
| Mestis | — | — | — |
| NHL | 3.41% | 5.08% | BetOnline.ag |
| HockeyAllsvenskan | — | — | — |
| SHL | — | — | — |
| NCAA Lacrosse | — | 4.75% | — |
| MMA | 3.79% | 6.02% | BetOnline.ag |
| NRL | — | — | — |
| State of Origin | — | — | — |
| Primera División - Argentina | 4.67% | 7.35% | BetOnline.ag |
| A-League | 4.81% | — | — |
| Austrian Football Bundesliga | — | 7.75% | — |
| Belgium First Div | — | — | — |
| Brazil Série A | 4.79% | 7.48% | BetOnline.ag |
| Brazil Série B | — | 9.15% | — |
| Primera División - Chile | 4.52% | 7.76% | BetOnline.ag |
| Super League - China | — | 7.81% | — |
| Denmark Superliga | 4.37% | 7.28% | BetOnline.ag |
| Championship | 5.30% | 7.08% | BetOnline.ag |
| EFL Cup | 5.11% | 7.70% | BetOnline.ag |
| League 1 | 5.91% | — | — |
| League 2 | 6.19% | — | — |
| EPL | 4.15% | 6.02% | BetOnline.ag |
| FA Cup | 8.86% | 9.10% | BetOnline.ag |
| FIFA World Cup | 4.21% | 5.60% | BetOnline.ag |
| FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Europe | 5.39% | 7.49% | BetOnline.ag |
| Coupe de France | — | — | — |
| Ligue 1 - France | 4.28% | 6.90% | BetOnline.ag |
| Ligue 2 - France | 4.34% | 9.02% | BetOnline.ag |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 4.29% | 7.42% | BetOnline.ag |
| Bundesliga 2 - Germany | — | 7.59% | — |
| Frauen-Bundesliga | — | — | — |
| DFB-Pokal | — | — | — |
| 3. Liga - Germany | — | — | — |
| Super League - Greece | — | 7.37% | — |
| Serie A - Italy | 4.25% | 7.54% | BetOnline.ag |
| Serie B - Italy | 4.88% | 9.44% | BetOnline.ag |
| J League | — | — | — |
| K League 1 | 5.01% | — | — |
| League of Ireland | 4.57% | 7.47% | BetOnline.ag |
| Liga MX | 4.28% | 7.28% | BetOnline.ag |
| Dutch Eredivisie | — | 7.14% | — |
| Eliteserien - Norway | — | 7.73% | — |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 4.62% | 7.44% | BetOnline.ag |
| Primeira Liga - Portugal | — | 6.86% | — |
| Premier League - Russia | — | — | — |
| Copa del Rey | — | — | — |
| La Liga - Spain | 4.22% | 6.58% | BetOnline.ag |
| La Liga 2 - Spain | 4.02% | 8.29% | BetOnline.ag |
| Premiership - Scotland | — | — | — |
| Allsvenskan - Sweden | — | — | — |
| Swiss Superleague | — | 7.46% | — |
| Turkey Super League | 4.51% | 7.55% | BetOnline.ag |
| UEFA Champions League | 4.33% | 6.35% | BetOnline.ag |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | 5.06% | 7.73% | BetOnline.ag |
| UEFA Europa League | 4.99% | 7.11% | BetOnline.ag |
| MLS | 4.15% | 7.08% | BetOnline.ag |
| ATP Indian Wells | — | 4.78% | — |
| WTA Miami Open | 4.32% | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BetOnline.ag or FanDuel better for odds?
BetOnline.ag currently offers lower vig overall. BetOnline.ag averages 4.77% vig (B) while FanDuel averages 7.03% vig (D).
How does BetOnline.ag compare to FanDuel by sport?
We compare both books across 71 sports. The comparison covers vig percentages, grades, and which book offers better odds per sport.
Does BetOnline.ag beat the other book in every sport?
Yes — BetOnline.ag has lower vig across all 29 sports we track. While it wins overall, the margin varies by sport, so it's worth checking specific sports for the full picture.
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.
How does FanDuel vig compare to DraftKings?
FanDuel and DraftKings typically have similar vig levels as regulated US sportsbooks. FanDuel occasionally edges ahead on specific markets. Both tend to have higher base vig than offshore books, but offer promotions and same-game parlays to attract recreational bettors.
What makes FanDuel different from offshore sportsbooks?
FanDuel is a regulated, licensed sportsbook operating under state gaming commissions. This means deposit/withdrawal protection, tax reporting, and legal recourse if disputes arise. The tradeoff is generally higher vig and more aggressive bettor limiting compared to offshore alternatives.
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 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.