Betting Calculators
Hedge Bet Calculator
Lock in profit or minimize losses by betting against your original bet. Calculate the exact hedge stake for guaranteed profit.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select your odds format (Decimal, Fractional, or American)
- Enter your original bet stake
- Enter the odds of your original bet
- Enter the current odds available for the opposing outcome
- See the recommended hedge stake and guaranteed profit
The calculator finds the hedge stake that equalizes profit regardless of which outcome wins.
Formula
Hedge Stake = (Original Stake x Original Odds) / Hedge Odds
Profit if Original Wins = Original Return - Original Stake - Hedge Stake
Profit if Hedge Wins = Hedge Return - Original Stake - Hedge Stake
When using equal-profit hedging, both profit scenarios are approximately equal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is hedge betting?
Hedge betting means placing a bet on the opposite outcome to your original bet. This locks in a guaranteed profit or limits potential losses regardless of the result.
When should I hedge a bet?
Common hedging scenarios include when your accumulator has one leg remaining, when your futures bet is close to winning, or when you want to lock in profit from line movement.
Does hedging always guarantee profit?
Hedging guarantees a specific outcome (profit or limited loss), but the guaranteed profit may be less than what you’d win if your original bet wins without hedging.