What is House Edge?
House edge is the mathematical advantage that the casino has over players in any given game. It's expressed as a percentage and represents the average profit the casino expects to make from each bet over the long term.
Every casino game is designed with a built-in house edge. This is how casinos remain profitable while still paying out winnings to players. The house edge varies significantly between different games.
House Edge = 100% - RTPIf a game has a 5% house edge, the casino expects to keep $5 for every $100 wagered over time. Players will, on average, lose $5 per $100 bet. However, in the short term, individual results can vary widely from this average.
House Edge by Game Type
Different games have vastly different house edges. Generally, skill-based games and certain bet types offer lower house edges:
House Edge vs. RTP
House edge and RTP (Return to Player) are two sides of the same coin. They always add up to 100%:
House Edge + RTP = 100%
If a slot has 96% RTP, the house edge is 4%
While RTP tells you what percentage of money is returned to players, house edge tells you what percentage the casino keeps. Both metrics give you the same information from different perspectives.
How to Minimize House Edge Impact
While you can't eliminate the house edge, you can take steps to reduce its impact on your gameplay:
Choose Low Edge Games
Opt for games with lower house edges like blackjack with basic strategy, baccarat (banker bet), or high-RTP slots.
Learn Optimal Strategy
For games like blackjack and video poker, using optimal strategy significantly reduces the house edge.
Use Rakeback
Betbits' rakeback system returns a portion of the house edge to you, effectively reducing your losses.
Play Provably Fair Games
Our original games have transparent, low house edges that you can verify for fairness.
House Edge in Betbits Originals
Our provably fair original games feature some of the lowest and most transparent house edges in the industry. You can verify the fairness of every bet using cryptographic proof:
