Overall Vig
C · Rank #8 of 20
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 broader flexibility that offshore books provide. Its longevity gives it some credibility in a space where operators frequently come and go, but its reputation has been uneven over the years — particularly around payout speed and customer service consistency, issues that have drawn criticism from experienced bettors.
On the strengths side, BetUS covers a wide range of sports and markets, offers frequent promotional bonuses, and provides both a sportsbook and casino under one roof. The platform invests heavily in content and marketing, including YouTube shows and betting previews, which gives it a visible presence among recreational bettors. However, the aggressive bonus structures often come with steep rollover requirements that can trap less experienced users. Odds quality tends to lag behind sharper offshore competitors like Pinnacle or even Bookmaker, and limits on winning accounts have been reported — suggesting the book is not particularly sharp-friendly. Withdrawal processing times have historically been a weak point compared to the faster-paying offshore alternatives.
BetUS is best suited for casual and recreational bettors who value promotional offers, a broad menu of betting options, and an accessible user experience over getting the sharpest lines. High-volume or professional bettors will likely find better value and fewer restrictions elsewhere. For anyone considering it, understanding the bonus terms and managing payout expectations upfront is essential to avoiding frustration down the line.
Vig by Sport
| Sport | Avg Vig | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| ATP Hamburg Open | 6.42% | C |
| Belgium First Div | 6.79% | C |
| Boxing | 5.58% | C+ |
| Brazil Série A | 6.75% | C |
| Brazil Série B | 7.06% | D |
| Primera División - Chile | 7.59% | D |
| Super League - China | 6.77% | C |
| Copa Libertadores | 6.36% | C |
| Championship | 7.29% | D |
| EPL | 4.93% | B |
| Veikkausliiga - Finland | 7.01% | D |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 5.32% | C+ |
| Super League - Greece | 7.51% | D |
| Serie A - Italy | 4.96% | B |
| Serie B - Italy | 7.37% | D |
| League of Ireland | 7.84% | D |
| Liga MX | 6.62% | C |
| MMA | 4.23% | B |
| MLB | 3.56% | B+ |
| NBA | 4.37% | B |
| NFL | 4.74% | B |
| NFL Preseason | 4.76% | B |
| NHL | 4.05% | B |
| Eliteserien - Norway | 7.59% | D |
| NPB | 5.86% | C+ |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 7.43% | D |
| La Liga - Spain | 4.73% | B |
| Allsvenskan - Sweden | 6.80% | C |
| Superettan - Sweden | 7.49% | D |
| UEFA Champions League | 4.42% | B |
| UEFA Europa League | 6.19% | C |
| UFL | 4.76% | B |
| MLS | 6.69% | C |
| WNBA | 4.40% | B |
| WTA Internationaux de Strasbourg | 6.40% | C |
BetUS Odds by Sport
Frequently Asked Questions
How good are BetUS odds?
BetUS has an average vig of 6.02%, earning a grade of C. They rank #8 out of 20 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 exchange-level pricing. A (2–3%) is very competitive. B+ (3–4%) is above average. B (4–5%) is the industry standard — a -110/-110 line is 4.76%. C+ (5–6%) is slightly below average. C (6–7%) is below average. D (7–8%) is high vig. D− (8–10%) is very high vig. F (10%+) is predatory pricing. See the full Vig Index Methodology for formulas, worked examples, and known limitations.
- 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.