Black Bet
An even-money bet on all 18 black numbers on the roulette wheel.
What 10,000 Simulated Sessions of Black Bets Look Like
We simulated 10,000 sessions of flat $10 bets on black bets (18 of 37 pockets, pays 1:1) on a European wheel: $1,000 bankroll, stopping at $1,500 (win), $500 (loss), or 500 spins.
How sessions ended
Every standard roulette bet carries the same 2.7% house edge on a European wheel — what the payout changes is the shape of the ride. These results apply to any bet covering 18 pockets: the odds are identical no matter which specific numbers you choose.
Fixed-seed run from our open simulation engine. Compare shapes on the odds calculator or try black bets yourself in the free simulator.
Learn How This Bet Fits the Table
Black Bet - Quick Odds Calculator
| Payout | 1:1 |
| Numbers Covered | 18 |
| House Edge (European) | 2.7% |
| House Edge (American) | 5.26% |
Example: A $10 black bet bet wins $10 profit on European roulette 48.6% of the time.
How the Black Bet Works
Place Your Chips
Place your chips in the black betting area on the outside of the number grid.
Wheel Spins
The dealer spins the wheel and the ball lands on one of the 37 (or 38) pockets.
Win Condition
You win if the ball lands on any of your 18 covered numbers. Win pays 1:1 on your bet.
Strategy Tips for Black
Best For
- • Beginners learning roulette
- • Conservative bankroll management
- • Longer playing sessions
Compatible Strategies
- • Martingale (double after loss)
- • Paroli (double after win)
- • D'Alembert (gradual progression)
European vs American Roulette
Always choose European roulette when available. The Black bet has: