In This Guide
94.74%RTP (Most Bets)As reported by Evolution
92.11%RTP (Five Bet)Worst bet on the table
5.26%House Edgevs 2.70% European
38Pockets0, 00, and 1-36
EvolutionProvider
Introduction
American Roulette by Evolution Gaming uses a 38-pocket wheel featuring both a single zero (0) and a double zero (00). This distinguishes it from European and French Roulette, which have only one zero. The additional pocket is the sole source of its higher house edge -- all rules and bet types are otherwise standard roulette.
The double zero is expensive. American Roulette's house edge of 5.26% is nearly double that of European Roulette (2.70%) and nearly four times that of French Roulette with La Partage (1.35%). The double zero provides no strategic benefit to the player -- it only increases the house advantage. European or French Roulette is the better choice unless American Roulette is specifically what you are looking for.
Bet Types & Payouts
Payouts are identical to European Roulette despite the additional pocket. This is how the house edge is created -- the payouts do not account for the extra losing pocket.
Inside Bets
| Bet | Covers | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Straight Up | 1 number | 35:1 |
| Split | 2 numbers | 17:1 |
| Street | 3 numbers | 11:1 |
| Corner | 4 numbers | 8:1 |
| Five Bet | 0, 00, 1, 2, 3 | 6:1 |
| Line | 6 numbers | 5:1 |
Outside Bets
| Bet | Covers | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Column | 12 numbers | 2:1 |
| Dozen | 12 numbers | 2:1 |
| Red/Black | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
| Even/Odd | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
| 1-18/19-36 | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
RTP & House Edge
| Bet | RTP | House Edge |
|---|---|---|
| All bets except Five Bet | 94.74% | 5.26% |
| Five Bet (0, 00, 1, 2, 3) | 92.11% | 7.89% |
Variant Comparison
| Variant | RTP | House Edge | Zeros |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Roulette (La Partage, even bets) | 98.65% | 1.35% | 1 |
| European Roulette | 97.30% | 2.70% | 1 |
| American Roulette | 94.74% | 5.26% | 2 (0 and 00) |
The Five Bet Warning
Never place the Five Bet. The Five Bet covers 0, 00, 1, 2, and 3 at a payout of 6:1. Its house edge is 7.89% -- the worst of any bet in live casino roulette. The same numbers can be covered more efficiently with a combination of other bets at the standard 5.26% house edge. There is no situation where the Five Bet is the correct wager.
FAQ
What is the RTP of American Roulette?
As reported by Evolution, the RTP is 94.74% on all bets except the Five Bet, which has a 92.11% RTP.
Why is American Roulette worse than European Roulette?
The double zero (00) adds an extra losing pocket without increasing payouts. European Roulette has one zero and a 2.70% house edge; American Roulette has two zeros and a 5.26% house edge.
What is the Five Bet?
A bet on 0, 00, 1, 2, and 3 paying 6:1. Its house edge is 7.89% -- the worst of any live roulette bet. Avoid it.
Should I play American Roulette?
If European or French Roulette is available, those are mathematically better choices. American Roulette has nearly double the house edge of European Roulette and nearly four times that of French Roulette with La Partage.