Overall Vig
C · Rank #7 of 18
BetUS is a long-running offshore sportsbook that has been operating since 1994, making it one of the more established names in the unregulated market. Based in Costa Rica, it caters primarily to U.S. bettors who either lack access to legal state-regulated options or prefer the flexibility that offshore books provide. Its longevity gives it a degree of name recognition, though its reputation within the betting community has been mixed over the years, with periods of payout complaints and customer service issues that have tempered trust among more experienced bettors. In recent years, the book has invested heavily in marketing — particularly through YouTube and podcast sponsorships — which has significantly raised its profile among casual audiences.
In terms of strengths, BetUS offers a wide range of sports and betting markets, generous welcome bonuses, and crypto-friendly deposit options. The platform covers major U.S. sports comprehensively and provides props and futures that appeal to recreational bettors looking for variety. However, the weaknesses are notable. Odds tend to be less competitive than what sharper offshore alternatives like Pinnacle or even Bookmaker offer, and the rollover requirements attached to bonuses can be restrictive. Withdrawal speeds have historically been a sore point, with processing times that lag behind top-tier offshore competitors. The book is also not considered sharp-friendly — limits on winning accounts can be applied aggressively, which makes it a poor fit for professional or high-volume bettors.
BetUS is best suited for casual and recreational bettors who value promotional offers and a broad menu of betting options over razor-thin margins and fast payouts. Bettors who prioritize line shopping for the best price or who wager at higher volumes will likely find better value elsewhere. For those who do use the platform, comparing its lines against other available books before placing action is essential to avoid leaving money on the table.
Vig by Sport
| Sport | Avg Vig | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| A-League | 6.67% | C |
| Boxing | 5.61% | C+ |
| Brazil Série A | 6.71% | C |
| Primera División - Chile | 7.25% | D |
| Denmark Superliga | 7.67% | D |
| Championship | 7.46% | D |
| League 1 | 7.54% | D |
| League 2 | 7.51% | D |
| EPL | 5.29% | C+ |
| Ligue 1 - France | 6.37% | C |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 5.45% | C+ |
| Serie A - Italy | 4.86% | B |
| Serie B - Italy | 7.54% | D |
| League of Ireland | 7.33% | D |
| Liga MX | 7.58% | D |
| MMA | 4.31% | B |
| NBA | 4.46% | B |
| NHL | 4.01% | B |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 7.58% | D |
| La Liga - Spain | 5.09% | C+ |
| Turkey Super League | 7.35% | D |
| UEFA Champions League | 4.64% | B |
| UEFA Europa League | 6.70% | C |
| MLS | 6.67% | C |
Frequently Asked Questions
How good are BetUS odds?
BetUS has an average vig of 6.32%, earning a grade of C. They rank #7 out of 18 tracked sportsbooks.
How does BetUS vig compare to other offshore books?
BetUS generally has higher vig than sharp-focused offshore books like Pinnacle, BetOnline, or LowVig.ag. They invest heavily in marketing and promotional bonuses, which results in wider odds margins. They're better suited for casual bettors who value bonuses.
What are BetUS bonus terms like?
BetUS offers generous-sounding welcome bonuses (often 100%+ match) but with significant rollover requirements — typically 10x or more. This means you may need to bet through the bonus amount 10+ times before withdrawing. Read the terms carefully before opting in.
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.