FAQs
- European & American roulette – what’s the difference?
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The key difference between European roulette and American roulette is that the American version has an additional double zero pocket on the wheel. This lowers the house edge from 5.26% to 2.7% in European roulette, greatly improving a player’s chances of winning.
- Is European or American roulette better?
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The better house edge available in European roulette makes it a more attractive proposition to players than American roulette. We always recommend choosing European roulette when available, thanks to its low house edge of just 2.7%.
- What are the odds of European roulette?
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There are several types of bets you can make in European roulette which have differing odds. They are:
Straight Up (1 number) 35:1
Split (2 numbers) 17:1
Street (3 numbers) 11:1
Corner (4 numbers) 8:1
Double Street (6 numbers) 5:1
Columns & Dozens 2:1
Even, Odd, High, Low Red, Black 1:1
- How do I win at European roulette?
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There is no way to guarantee a win since roulette is a game of chance. However, you can always increase your chances of winning roulette by using our recommended tips and strategies.
- Are all European roulette wheels the same?
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All European roulette wheels are the same, but make sure you confirm which variant you are playing before you place your bets. For example, French roulette is played on a European roulette wheel but has a slightly different table to accommodate the En Prison and La Partage bets.
- How many numbers are on a European roulette wheel?
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There are a total of 37 numbers on a European roulette wheel ranging from 0 to 36. The single 0 is green while numbers 1 to 36 are either red or black.