Session cost calculator

Choose a game, a stake and how many rounds.

Key takeaways

  • Average cost = stakes × house edge.
  • Compare games.
  • A long-run average.
  • One session can differ widely.

The calculator

£40total staked
£1.60long-run average cost
4.00%house edge
96.00%return to player

An average over a very large number of rounds. Online slots are capped at £5 a spin in Britain.

Reading the result

The average cost is what the game keeps in the long run. Tonight you might lose every pound staked or finish ahead. Use the figure to compare games and to choose a stake, not to predict a session.

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Frequently asked questions

What will a casino session cost?

On average, your stakes multiplied by the house edge.

Which game is cheapest?

Blackjack with basic strategy.

Is this a prediction?

No.

What is house edge?

The share a game keeps over time.

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