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Place Bets let you wager on one specific number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) to roll before a 7 appears. They can be placed at any time, including during the Come Out Roll, and remain active across multiple rolls until the chosen number hits or a 7 appears. Online tables allow you to set bets working on the Come Out Roll or leave them off to wait until the point is established.
Place Bet Payouts and House Edge
Each Place Bet number pays different odds based on its true probability of beating 7. Here are the standard casino payouts:
- 6 and 8: Pay 7 to 6.
- 5 and 9: Pay 7 to 5.
- 4 and 10: Pay 9 to 5.
House edge ranges from 1.52% on 6/8 (smartest choices) up to 6.67% on 4/10. Numbers 6 and 8 roll most frequently (five ways each), making them popular despite the payout vig.
Exact Steps to Place Your Bet
Online craps tables make Place Bets simple with instant confirmations after the point is set. Just follow these steps on your screen:
- Select your bet value, then click the Place Bet box numbered 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10.
- The game locks in your wager and displays it on the layout instantly.
- Your bet stays active through point rolls until it wins or a 7 rolls.
Best Timing and Smart Number Choices
Online craps players turn on Place Bets right after the point locks in for consistent action between big rolls. Pick numbers and timing with these tips:
- Focus on 6 and 8 first since they hit 5 ways each (house edge just 1.52%) compared to 7’s 6 ways, offering steady 7-to-6 payouts.
- Add 5 or 9 next for 7-to-5 payouts, but consider avoiding 4 and 10 since they roll only three ways and carry a higher house edge.
- You can choose to keep Place Bets working on the come-out roll, but many players prefer to leave them off to reduce exposure to an early 7.
How Place Bets Differ from Other Wagers
Place Bets occupy the middle ground between locked Pass Line bets and one-roll propositions. Key differences from similar bets:
- Pass Line: Locked to the shooter’s point, true odds available.
- Come Bet: Establishes its own point after being placed.
- Proposition: One-roll only, much higher house edge.
- Big 6/8: Worse payout (1:1) on the same numbers.
FAQ
When can I place Place Bets in online craps?
Place Bets can be made at any time, even during the Come Out Roll. On online tables, you can set them working during Come Out to be active immediately or leave them off to wait until the point is established.
What ends all Place Bets at once?
Any 7 rolled wipes out every Place Bet, no matter which point or numbers you picked.
Why pick Place 6 or 8 first in Craps?
They hit 5 different ways, each with just 1.52% house edge, better value than 4 or 10’s 3 ways.
How do Place Bets differ from Pass Line bets in Craps?
Place Bets let you target specific numbers with flexible timing, but their house edge varies by number and is generally higher than the Pass Line bet.
