Outside Bet
First Dozen Bet (1-12)
A bet covering the first 12 numbers (1-12) with a 2:1 payout.
Payout
2:1
Win Chance (EU)
32.4%
Numbers
12
Style
Moderate
First Dozen Bet (1-12) - Quick Odds Calculator
European Roulette
32.43%
Win chance
American Roulette
31.58%
Win chance
| Payout | 2:1 |
| Numbers Covered | 12 |
| House Edge (European) | 2.7% |
| House Edge (American) | 5.26% |
Example: A $10 first dozen bet (1-12) bet wins $20 profit on European roulette 32.4% of the time.
How the 1st Dozen Bet Works
1
Place Your Chips
Place your chips in the 1st dozen betting area on the outside of the number grid.
2
Wheel Spins
The dealer spins the wheel and the ball lands on one of the 37 (or 38) pockets.
3
Win Condition
You win if the ball lands on any of your 12 covered numbers. Win pays 2:1 on your bet.
Strategy Tips for 1st Dozen
Best For
- • Balanced players
- • Moderate session lengths
- • Combination betting strategies
Compatible Strategies
- • Flat betting (same amount each spin)
- • Cover betting (multiple positions)
- • Sector betting (wheel sections)
European vs American Roulette
Always choose European roulette when available. The 1st Dozen bet has:
European
32.43% win chance
American
31.58% win chance