📊 Understanding Odds Formats at Kikabet
We want you to feel right at home when placing your bets. That’s why Kikabet offers multiple ways to view your odds. Depending on where you are in the world or your personal preference, you can choose from these three main formats:
🇪🇺 European (Decimal)
Decimal odds are the most straightforward format. The number shown represents the total payout (your stake + your profit) for every $1 wagered.
The Math: Stake X Odds = Total Return
Example: If you bet $100 at 2.5 odds and win, you receive $250 ($100 original stake + $150 profit).
Note: In this system, odds are always greater than 1.0.
🇬🇧 Fractional
Commonly used in the UK and for Horse Racing, these are expressed as a fraction (e.g., 6/5 or "six-to-five"). The first number is the potential profit, and the second number is the amount you must bet to earn that profit.
The Math: ( Stake X (First Number / Second Number) ) + Stake = Total Return
Example: At 9/4 odds, you need to bet $4 to win $9. Your total payout would be $13 ($9 profit + $4 original stake).
🇺🇸 American (Moneyline)
American odds center around the figure of $100 and use a (+) or (-) sign.
Minus (-) Odds (The Favorite): This number shows how much you need to bet to win $100.
Example: At -115, you must bet $115 to make $100 profit (Total return: $215).
Plus (+) Odds (The Underdog): This number shows how much profit you make on a $100 bet.
Example: At +150, a $100 bet earns you $150 profit (Total return: $250).
⚙️ How to Change Your Odds Format
Ready to switch? It only takes a second:
Navigate to the Sportsbook page.
Scroll to the very bottom of the sportsbook menu.
Locate the "Odds Format" dropdown menu.
Select your preferred style, and the entire site will update instantly!