Overall Comparison
BetRivers
Average vig · D
↑ 0.06% up since yesterday
LowVig.ag ✔ Lower Vig
Average vig · B
↑ 0.22% up since yesterday
LowVig.ag wins on 26 of 26 sports. The biggest gap is in K League 1, where LowVig.ag charges 5.41% less vig.
BetRivers and LowVig.ag represent two fundamentally different approaches to sports betting. BetRivers, operated by Rush Street Interactive, is a fully regulated U.S. sportsbook licensed across multiple states, built on a traditional retail and online model that monetizes through standard industry vig, promotions designed to drive volume, and cross-selling into casino products. LowVig.ag, as its name implies, is an offshore book that has built its identity around reduced juice — typically offering lines at -108 or better across major markets instead of the standard -110. The difference in vig philosophy is meaningful over time: a bettor placing thousands of wagers annually will see noticeably better returns at reduced-juice pricing, all else being equal.
The choice between them depends largely on a bettor's priorities and profile. Recreational bettors who value promotional offers, easy deposits through regulated banking channels, and the legal protections that come with state-licensed operators will find BetRivers the more practical option. It offers a clean interface, reliable same-day withdrawals in many states, and integration with loyalty programs. LowVig.ag appeals more to sharp or high-volume bettors who prioritize line value above all else. The reduced vig can translate to significant savings — the equivalent of winning one or two extra bets per hundred — which matters enormously for anyone betting with a long-term edge in mind.
Beyond vig, bettors should weigh several practical factors. BetRivers offers the security of U.S. regulation, meaning disputes have a clear resolution path and funds are protected under state law. Deposits and withdrawals run through standard U.S. banking. LowVig.ag, operating offshore, requires cryptocurrency or other alternative funding methods and lacks that regulatory backstop, which introduces counterparty risk. Bettors should also consider limits — offshore books sometimes offer higher limits on sharper lines, while regulated books may restrict winning accounts more aggressively. The live vig data on this page provides a real-time look at where each book stands on specific markets, making it easy to see exactly when the pricing gap justifies the trade-offs.
Vig Comparison by Sport
| Sport | BetRivers | LowVig.ag | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCAAF | — | — | — |
| AFL | — | — | — |
| MLB | — | — | — |
| MLB Preseason | — | — | — |
| NCAA Baseball | 8.54% | — | — |
| Basketball Euroleague | — | — | — |
| NBA | 6.02% | 3.22% | LowVig.ag |
| Boxing | 6.14% | 6.02% | LowVig.ag |
| International Twenty20 | — | — | — |
| IPL | — | — | — |
| One Day Internationals | — | — | — |
| AHL | 8.59% | — | — |
| Liiga | 5.02% | — | — |
| Mestis | 8.26% | — | — |
| NHL | 5.65% | 3.41% | LowVig.ag |
| HockeyAllsvenskan | — | — | — |
| SHL | — | — | — |
| NCAA Lacrosse | — | — | — |
| MMA | 5.10% | — | — |
| NRL | 6.09% | — | — |
| State of Origin | — | — | — |
| Primera División - Argentina | 6.72% | 4.67% | LowVig.ag |
| A-League | — | 4.81% | — |
| Austrian Football Bundesliga | 8.98% | — | — |
| Belgium First Div | 7.10% | — | — |
| Brazil Série A | 7.10% | 4.79% | LowVig.ag |
| Brazil Série B | 7.61% | — | — |
| Primera División - Chile | 8.92% | 4.52% | LowVig.ag |
| Super League - China | — | — | — |
| Denmark Superliga | 6.81% | 4.37% | LowVig.ag |
| Championship | 7.13% | 5.30% | LowVig.ag |
| EFL Cup | 6.94% | 5.11% | LowVig.ag |
| League 1 | 8.61% | 5.90% | LowVig.ag |
| League 2 | 8.91% | 6.18% | LowVig.ag |
| EPL | 5.88% | 4.15% | LowVig.ag |
| FA Cup | — | 8.86% | — |
| FIFA World Cup | — | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Europe | — | — | — |
| Coupe de France | — | — | — |
| Ligue 1 - France | 6.95% | 4.28% | LowVig.ag |
| Ligue 2 - France | 8.92% | 4.34% | LowVig.ag |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 7.10% | 4.29% | LowVig.ag |
| Bundesliga 2 - Germany | 8.61% | — | — |
| Frauen-Bundesliga | — | — | — |
| DFB-Pokal | — | — | — |
| 3. Liga - Germany | — | — | — |
| Super League - Greece | — | — | — |
| Serie A - Italy | 7.05% | 4.25% | LowVig.ag |
| Serie B - Italy | 9.14% | 4.88% | LowVig.ag |
| J League | — | — | — |
| K League 1 | 10.42% | 5.01% | LowVig.ag |
| League of Ireland | 9.03% | 4.57% | LowVig.ag |
| Liga MX | 8.23% | 4.28% | LowVig.ag |
| Dutch Eredivisie | 7.06% | — | — |
| Eliteserien - Norway | — | — | — |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 8.22% | 4.62% | LowVig.ag |
| Primeira Liga - Portugal | 8.18% | — | — |
| Premier League - Russia | — | — | — |
| Copa del Rey | — | — | — |
| La Liga - Spain | 7.13% | 4.22% | LowVig.ag |
| La Liga 2 - Spain | — | 4.02% | — |
| Premiership - Scotland | 7.88% | — | — |
| Allsvenskan - Sweden | 10.82% | — | — |
| Swiss Superleague | 8.93% | — | — |
| Turkey Super League | 8.55% | 4.51% | LowVig.ag |
| UEFA Champions League | 5.94% | 4.33% | LowVig.ag |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | — | 5.06% | — |
| UEFA Europa League | 6.44% | 4.99% | LowVig.ag |
| MLS | 6.75% | 4.15% | LowVig.ag |
| ATP Indian Wells | — | — | — |
| WTA Miami Open | — | 4.32% | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BetRivers or LowVig.ag better for odds?
LowVig.ag currently offers lower vig overall. BetRivers averages 7.60% vig (D) while LowVig.ag averages 4.76% vig (B).
How does BetRivers compare to LowVig.ag by sport?
We compare both books across 71 sports. The comparison covers vig percentages, grades, and which book offers better odds per sport.
Does LowVig.ag beat the other book in every sport?
Yes — LowVig.ag has lower vig across all 26 sports we track. While it wins overall, the margin varies by sport, so it's worth checking specific sports for the full picture.
Why is LowVig.ag named that way?
LowVig.ag is named for its core value proposition: low vigorish. They operate on a reduced-juice model, frequently offering -105 lines instead of the standard -110. This translates to roughly 2–3% less vig on every bet, which adds up significantly for active bettors.
Is LowVig.ag good for serious bettors?
Yes — LowVig.ag is one of the most value-focused offshore books. Their reduced-juice model means consistently lower vig across all sports. They don't offer flashy promotions but make up for it with genuinely better odds on every bet.
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.