Overall Comparison
BetRivers
Average vig · D
↑ 0.06% up since yesterday
MyBookie.ag ✔ Lower Vig
Average vig · D
↑ 0.88% up since yesterday
BetRivers wins on 4 of 5 sports. The biggest gap is in EPL, where BetRivers charges 2.08% less vig. MyBookie.ag is only competitive in NHL.
BetRivers and MyBookie.ag represent two fundamentally different models in sports betting. BetRivers, operated by Rush Street Interactive, is a fully regulated U.S. sportsbook licensed in multiple states. It operates under strict regulatory oversight, which governs everything from how quickly withdrawals are processed to how disputes are resolved. MyBookie.ag is an offshore book based in Curaçao, operating outside U.S. regulatory frameworks. This distinction shapes nearly every aspect of the bettor's experience — from deposit methods to the recourse available if something goes wrong. On vig, BetRivers tends to offer competitive juice on major markets, particularly NFL and NBA sides and totals, while MyBookie.ag often carries slightly higher vig on mainstream lines but compensates with broader market availability, including props, entertainment, and political betting that regulated books may not offer.
A bettor in a state where BetRivers operates will generally prefer it for everyday betting on major sports. Deposits and withdrawals are seamless through bank transfers and established payment processors, and payouts are reliable and legally guaranteed. BetRivers also offers a clean, functional interface and integrates well with its loyalty program through the Rush Rewards system. MyBookie.ag, on the other hand, appeals to bettors who want access from states without legal sports betting, or who seek higher limits on certain props and exotic markets. It also tends to post lines earlier and offers reduced juice promotions periodically, which can create value for sharp bettors willing to navigate the offshore ecosystem.
Beyond vig, bettors should weigh several critical factors. BetRivers offers the security of state-regulated operations — funds are protected, and disputes have a legal resolution path. MyBookie.ag has faced mixed reviews on payout speed, particularly for larger withdrawals, and bettors have limited recourse if issues arise. Withdrawal methods at MyBookie typically involve cryptocurrency or wire transfers with associated fees, whereas BetRivers supports direct bank deposits at no cost. For bettors who prioritize reliability and legal protection, BetRivers is the stronger choice. For those prioritizing market variety and accessibility regardless of jurisdiction, MyBookie.ag fills a gap — but that flexibility comes with inherent risk that the live vig data on this page cannot fully capture.
Vig Comparison by Sport
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BetRivers or MyBookie.ag better for odds?
MyBookie.ag currently offers lower vig overall. BetRivers averages 7.60% vig (D) while MyBookie.ag averages 7.46% vig (D).
How does BetRivers compare to MyBookie.ag by sport?
We compare both books across 71 sports. The comparison covers vig percentages, grades, and which book offers better odds per sport.
BetRivers and MyBookie.ag are close — does the difference matter?
The overall spread is just 0.14%. For casual bettors, this is negligible. For high-volume bettors placing $500+ per week, even 0.1% adds up to meaningful savings over a season. Check the sport-by-sport breakdown for larger gaps.
Is MyBookie a sharp or recreational sportsbook?
MyBookie is firmly in the recreational category. They have relatively high vig, aggressive bonuses with substantial rollover requirements, and are known to limit winning bettors. They cater to casual bettors who value the interface and promotions.
Why does MyBookie have higher vig?
MyBookie operates a recreational-focused business model with heavy marketing and bonus spending. To fund these promotions, they build wider margins into their odds. Bettors who prioritize value over bonuses should compare MyBookie's vig against sharper 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 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.