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Guide · Craps Updated 27 Oct 2026

Top tips for online craps beginners

Craps looks complicated but a beginner needs one bet: the pass line, with a house edge of about 1.41%. Adding an odds bet after the point is set lowers the overall edge, because odds bets pay true odds.

Most of the other bets on the table carry much higher edges, from about 1.5% on place 6 and 8 to more than 10% on many proposition bets.

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How a round works

  1. The shooter makes a come-out roll.
  2. 7 or 11 wins for the pass line; 2, 3 or 12 loses.
  3. Any other number becomes the point.
  4. The shooter keeps rolling: the point wins for pass, a 7 loses.

Bets by house edge

BetHouse edge
Odds (behind pass or come)0%
Don't pass, don't come1.36%
Pass line, come1.41%
Place 6 or 81.52%
Field2.78% to 5.56%
Any seven16.67%

Where to play and practise

Craps is less common than roulette at UK casinos, and live craps tables are rare. Try the RNG version in demo mode after verifying your age. Craps usually counts little towards bonus wagering. Our table game tips cover bankroll basics.

Questions

Online craps: questions

What is the best bet in craps?

Pass line or don't pass, backed with odds.

Why is the odds bet special?

It pays true odds, so the house has no edge on it.

Which bets should beginners avoid?

Proposition bets such as any seven and hardways.

Can I play craps for free?

In demo mode at many casinos, after age verification in the UK.

Responsible gaming

Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun

These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.

18+ only

Adults only, everywhere

You must be 18 or older. A licensed casino must check your age and identity before you can deposit or play, so have your ID ready when you register.

Responsible gaming
New brands

Start small with an unknown casino

Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.

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Limits

Set limits before the welcome offer

Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.

Set your limits
Help

Free, confidential support

If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.

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