Key takeaways
- Tap a chip value, then tap the layout.
- Every bet and what it pays.
- Does the bet change the cost?.
Quick answerTap a chip value, then tap the layout. Inside bets go on numbers or the lines between them; outside bets go on the boxes around the edge, such as red or odd.
Step by step
- Choose a chip.
- For one number, tap it.
- For two, tap the line between them.
- For four, tap the corner where they meet.
- For red, black, odd, even or a dozen, tap its box.
Every bet and what it pays
| Bet | Numbers | Pays |
|---|---|---|
| Straight up | 1 | 35 to 1 |
| Split | 2 | 17 to 1 |
| Street | 3 | 11 to 1 |
| Corner | 4 | 8 to 1 |
| Six line | 6 | 5 to 1 |
| Dozen or column | 12 | 2 to 1 |
| Even-money bets | 18 | 1 to 1 |
Does the bet change the cost?
No. On a single-zero wheel every bet has the same 2.70% house edge. The choice is between frequent small wins and rare large ones.
Common slips
- Placing chips after betting has closed.
- Covering most of the table and winning less than was staked.
- Not noticing a second zero.
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Frequently asked questions
How to place roulette bets?
Tap a chip value, then tap the layout.
Does this work at every UK casino?
At every licensed one; menus differ slightly.
What if it does not work?
Contact the casino's support by live chat.
Where can I get help with gambling?
0808 8020 133, free.