Hedging Calculator
Calculate optimal hedge bets to lock in profits or minimize losses on your existing bets.
Hedging Calculator
Calculate optimal hedge bets to lock in profits or minimize losses
Original Bet
Hedge Bet
💡 Hedging is useful when your original bet is in a winning position and you want to lock in some profit regardless of the final outcome.
Formula
Hedge Stake = Original Potential Payout / Hedge Decimal OddsHedging allows you to guarantee a profit or minimize risk by betting on the opposite outcome.
How to Use
- 1Enter original bet — Input your original stake and the odds you received.
- 2Enter hedge odds — Input the current odds available for the opposite outcome.
- 3Choose hedge type — Select whether you want guaranteed equal profit or equal stakes.
- 4View recommendation — See the optimal hedge stake and guaranteed profit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is hedging in sports betting?
Hedging is a risk management strategy where you place a bet on the opposite outcome of your original bet to guarantee a profit or minimize potential losses, regardless of the final result.
When should I hedge a bet?
Consider hedging when: your original bet is in a strong position to win, the potential profit is significant, you want to lock in guaranteed money, or you want to reduce risk on a large bet.
What is the difference between hedging and arbitrage?
Arbitrage involves placing bets on all outcomes simultaneously to guarantee profit. Hedging is done after an original bet is placed, typically when circumstances have changed in your favor.
Does hedging always guarantee profit?
Not always. If the hedge odds are unfavorable, hedging might lock in a smaller profit or even a loss. The calculator shows whether hedging is recommended based on current odds.
What is a middle opportunity?
A middle occurs when you can hedge in a way that creates a range where both bets could win. For example, betting on a team -3 and later hedging with +5 creates a middle if the team wins by 4.