Arbitrage Finder

What is Arbitrage? Arbitrage betting (or "arbing") involves placing bets on all possible outcomes of an event across different sportsbooks to guarantee a profit regardless of the result. It's the closest thing to risk-free money in sports betting.

How Arbitrage Works

Arbitrage opportunities arise when different sportsbooks offer odds that don't align, creating a situation where you can bet on all outcomes and guarantee a profit. Here's a simple example:

🏀 Game: Lakers vs Celtics

Sportsbook A: Lakers -3.5 at +105
Sportsbook B: Celtics +3.5 at -102
Guaranteed Profit: 2.1%

💰 The Math

Bet $100 on Lakers: Win $105 or lose $100
Bet $107 on Celtics: Win $105 or lose $107
Total Invested: $207
Total Return: $212 (either way)

Using BetterSlip's Arbitrage Finder

🔍 Finding Opportunities

Access the Tool: Navigate to "Arbitrage" from your dashboard
Set Filters: Choose sports, minimum profit %, and bet limits
Review Results: Browse real-time opportunities sorted by profit potential
Select Opportunity: Click on an arbitrage to see detailed information
Execute Bets: Follow the calculated stake amounts for each side

📊 Understanding the Interface

Each arbitrage opportunity displays:

Game/Event: Teams or participants involved
Market Type: Spread, moneyline, total, etc.
Sportsbooks: Which books to bet on each side
Odds: Current odds for each outcome
Stake Amounts: Exact amounts to bet on each side
Profit %: Guaranteed return percentage
Profit $: Dollar profit amount
Time Remaining: How long until the event starts

Types of Arbitrage Opportunities

🎯 Two-Way Arbitrage

The most common type, involving betting on both sides of a binary outcome (Team A vs Team B, Over vs Under).

🎲 Three-Way Arbitrage

Less common but more profitable, involving three outcomes (Team A wins, Team B wins, Draw). Common in soccer and hockey.

⚡ Live Arbitrage

Opportunities that arise during live games due to rapid line movements. These require quick execution but often offer higher profits.

🎁 Bonus Arbitrage

Using sportsbook promotions, free bets, or bonuses to create guaranteed profit situations.

Execution Strategy

Speed Matters: Arbitrage opportunities can disappear quickly as sportsbooks adjust their odds. Always place bets as quickly as possible after identifying an opportunity.

⚡ Quick Execution Tips

Pre-login: Stay logged into all your sportsbook accounts
Fund accounts: Maintain adequate balances across multiple books
Use mobile apps: Faster than websites for quick bet placement
Bet higher odds first: If you can only place one bet immediately, choose the side with higher/more volatile odds
Verify bets: Always confirm your bets were accepted at the expected odds

Profit Calculation

BetterSlip automatically calculates optimal stake amounts, but understanding the math helps you make better decisions:

Formula: Stake A = (Total Investment × Odds B) / (Odds A + Odds B)
Formula: Stake B = Total Investment - Stake A
Profit: (Smaller payout) - Total Investment

Risk Management

✅ Minimize Risks

Start small: Begin with $50-100 arbitrages until comfortable
Verify odds: Double-check odds haven't changed before placing bets
Screenshot everything: Keep records of all bet confirmations
Monitor accounts: Watch for any account restrictions or limitations
Diversify books: Don't rely on just 2-3 sportsbooks

⚠️ Potential Pitfalls

Line movements: Odds changing between placing first and second bet
Bet limits: Sportsbooks limiting your maximum bet size
Account restrictions: Being limited or banned from successful betting
Settlement differences: Books grading the same bet differently (rare)
Technical issues: App crashes or website problems during bet placement

Advanced Strategies

🔄 Round Robin Arbitrage

Using multiple related bets to create guaranteed profits across several scenarios. More complex but can yield higher returns.

📈 Scalping

Taking advantage of temporary line movements to lock in profits without holding positions to completion.

🎯 Value Arbitrage

Combining arbitrage with positive expected value betting to maximize long-term profits.

Common Questions

Q: How much can I make with arbitrage?

Typical arbitrage profits range from 1-8% per opportunity. With consistent execution, many users achieve 15-25% monthly returns on their betting bankroll.

Q: Will sportsbooks ban me for arbitrage betting?

While arbitrage isn't illegal, sportsbooks may limit accounts that consistently win. We provide strategies to minimize this risk and maintain long-term access.

Q: How many opportunities are available daily?

BetterSlip typically finds 50-200+ arbitrage opportunities daily across all sports, with peak times during major sporting events.

Q: Do I need to understand sports to do arbitrage?

No! Arbitrage is purely mathematical. You're betting on odds discrepancies, not predicting outcomes. Sports knowledge can help but isn't required.

Success Strategy: Start with 2-3 sportsbooks and small bet sizes. Focus on execution speed and accuracy before scaling up. Most successful arbitrage bettors treat it like a part-time job, dedicating 1-2 hours daily to finding and executing opportunities.