BetRivers, operated by Rush Street Interactive, is a fully regulated US sportsbook licensed across a growing number of states. It was one of the earlier operators to launch in newly legalized markets, giving it a foothold in states like Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Indiana before some bigger-name competitors arrived. While it doesn't carry the brand recognition of DraftKings or FanDuel, BetRivers has built a solid reputation as a reliable, no-nonsense platform that consistently delivers competitive odds — particularly on mainstream sports like the NFL, NBA, and MLB.
One of BetRivers' genuine strengths is its odds quality. Multiple independent comparisons have shown that its lines frequently rival or beat those of larger competitors, especially on spread and totals markets. The platform also features a clean interface, fast payouts, and a straightforward loyalty program (iRush Rewards) that returns value based on volume rather than losses. Where BetRivers falls short is in market depth for niche sports and props, where books like FanDuel and DraftKings tend to offer significantly more variety. Its promotional offers are also more modest — sign-up bonuses and ongoing boosts are less aggressive, which may matter to bettors who shop for value across welcome offers.
BetRivers is best suited for bettors who prioritize consistent pricing and a streamlined experience over flashy promotions. It's a strong option for steady, mid-volume bettors who focus on major US sports and want a regulated book that won't aggressively limit winning accounts the way some sharper-facing offshore books — or even some domestic competitors — tend to do. Its track record of operational stability under Rush Street Interactive gives it credibility that newer entrants in the space haven't yet established.
Overall Vig
D
Vig by Sport
| Sport | Avg Vig | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Liiga | 5.02% | C+ |
| MMA | 5.10% | C+ |
| NHL | 5.65% | C+ |
| EPL | 5.88% | C+ |
| UEFA Champions League | 5.94% | C+ |
| NBA | 6.02% | C |
| NRL | 6.09% | C |
| Boxing | 6.14% | C |
| UEFA Europa League | 6.44% | C |
| Primera División - Argentina | 6.72% | C |
| MLS | 6.75% | C |
| Denmark Superliga | 6.81% | C |
| EFL Cup | 6.94% | C |
| Ligue 1 - France | 6.95% | C |
| Serie A - Italy | 7.05% | D |
| Dutch Eredivisie | 7.06% | D |
| Belgium First Div | 7.10% | D |
| Brazil Série A | 7.10% | D |
| Bundesliga - Germany | 7.10% | D |
| Championship | 7.13% | D |
| La Liga - Spain | 7.13% | D |
| Brazil Série B | 7.61% | D |
| Premiership - Scotland | 7.88% | D |
| Primeira Liga - Portugal | 8.18% | D- |
| Ekstraklasa - Poland | 8.22% | D- |
| Liga MX | 8.23% | D- |
| Mestis | 8.26% | D- |
| NCAA Baseball | 8.54% | D- |
| Turkey Super League | 8.55% | D- |
| AHL | 8.59% | D- |
| League 1 | 8.61% | D- |
| Bundesliga 2 - Germany | 8.61% | D- |
| League 2 | 8.91% | D- |
| Primera División - Chile | 8.92% | D- |
| Ligue 2 - France | 8.92% | D- |
| Swiss Superleague | 8.93% | D- |
| Austrian Football Bundesliga | 8.98% | D- |
| League of Ireland | 9.03% | D- |
| Serie B - Italy | 9.14% | D- |
| K League 1 | 10.42% | F |
| Allsvenskan - Sweden | 10.82% | F |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BetRivers's average vig?
BetRivers has an overall average vig of 7.60%, earning a grade of D. They cover 41 sports.
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.