House Edge Calculator

Compare the house edge across popular casino games and see your expected loss per hour at any stake level.

House Edge
RTP (Return to Player)
Wagered per Hour
Expected Loss per Hour
Expected Loss per 4-Hour Session
Expected Loss per 100 Rounds

How to Use This Tool

Select your casino game from the dropdown — each option shows the standard house edge for that game variant. Enter your typical stake size and how many rounds you play per hour, then click Calculate to see your expected loss figures across different time horizons.

What Is House Edge?

The house edge is the mathematical advantage the casino holds over every bet. A 2.7% house edge on European roulette means that for every £100 wagered, the casino expects to keep £2.70 on average. Over thousands of rounds, real results converge toward this expectation — though short-term variance can produce big wins or losses.

Blackjack with basic strategy offers one of the lowest house edges in any casino at around 0.5%, while American roulette (with two zeros) nearly doubles the European version's edge. Slots vary enormously by RTP — always check the paytable before playing. Understanding house edge is the most important step in managing your casino bankroll responsibly.