Overall Vig
D · Rank #12 of 18
theScore Bet is a regulated U.S. sportsbook that emerged from one of the most popular sports media apps in North America. Acquired by Penn Entertainment in 2021, theScore Bet benefits from the infrastructure and licensing reach of a major gaming operator while retaining the brand identity that made its media app a go-to source for scores, stats, and news. It operates in a handful of states and Canadian provinces, with its deepest roots in Ontario, where the parent company's Canadian operations are headquartered. As a fully regulated book, bettors can expect standard protections around fund security, payout reliability, and responsible gaming compliance.
The core strength of theScore Bet lies in its seamless integration of media and betting. Users who already relied on the app for live scores and news can transition into placing wagers without switching platforms, creating a uniquely frictionless experience. The interface is clean and intuitive, and the app tends to perform well on mobile — unsurprising given the team's years of experience building a sports content platform. Where theScore Bet falls short is in the depth and competitiveness of its odds compared to larger books like DraftKings, FanDuel, or BetMGM. Market variety, particularly for props and alt lines, can be thinner, and promotional offers tend to be less aggressive. Limits and line sharpness are generally geared toward a recreational audience rather than professional bettors looking for soft numbers or high-ceiling wagers.
theScore Bet is best suited for casual to moderate bettors who value a streamlined mobile experience and already consume sports content through the app ecosystem. It appeals to users who want betting integrated into their daily sports routine rather than operating as a standalone activity. For sharp bettors or those shopping aggressively for the best number, it is unlikely to be a primary book — but it can serve as a useful secondary option, particularly in markets where its odds occasionally land on the favorable side of a comparison.
Vig by Sport
| Sport | Avg Vig | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| AHL | 5.92% | C+ |
| Primera División - Argentina | 6.73% | C |
| ATP Indian Wells | 5.80% | C+ |
| Boxing | 5.43% | C+ |
| Championship | 7.64% | D |
| EFL Cup | 7.22% | D |
| League 1 | 8.99% | D- |
| League 2 | 8.72% | D- |
| EPL | 7.59% | D |
| Basketball Euroleague | 6.95% | C |
| Ligue 1 - France | 7.53% | D |
| Ligue 2 - France | 9.10% | D- |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 7.68% | D |
| Serie A - Italy | 7.53% | D |
| Serie B - Italy | 7.62% | D |
| Liiga | 5.76% | C+ |
| MLB Preseason | 3.75% | B+ |
| NBA | 5.16% | C+ |
| NCAA Baseball | 9.43% | D- |
| NHL | 4.68% | B |
| La Liga - Spain | 7.43% | D |
| La Liga 2 - Spain | 8.16% | D- |
| UEFA Champions League | 7.09% | D |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | 7.21% | D |
| UEFA Europa League | 7.13% | D |
| MLS | 7.52% | D |
| WTA Miami Open | 6.95% | C |
Frequently Asked Questions
How good are theScore Bet odds?
theScore Bet has an average vig of 7.06%, earning a grade of D. They rank #12 out of 18 tracked sportsbooks.
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.