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Back / Lay Calculator

Back/Lay Strategy: Bet on an outcome with a traditional bookmaker. Then bet against the same outcome on an exchange to hedge your position in case of a negative result.

The calculator allows you to precisely determine how much to wager in the “Lay” bet, ensuring either a guaranteed profit or minimizing potential losses. It takes into account the odds, exchange commissions, and any available bonuses. Additionally, the calculator helps balance your “Back” and “Lay” bets to achieve a favorable outcome regardless of the event’s result.

Input Fields

Here are the data points you need to enter into the calculator:

1. Back Amount: The amount you want to bet with the traditional bookmaker (“Back” bet).
2. Back Odds: The odds for the “Back” bet with the bookmaker.
3. Refund Amount [Optional]: Any expected refund (e.g., due to promotions or bonuses).
4. Commission (%): The commission charged by the exchange on winnings from the “Lay” bet.
5. Lay Odds: The odds for the “Lay” bet on the exchange.
6. Already Laid Amount [Optional]: The amount already wagered in a previous “Lay” bet.
7. Already Laid Odds [Optional]: The odds associated with the previously placed “Lay” bet.

Calculated Results

After entering the data, the calculator provides the following results:

1. Optimized Lay Amount: The optimized amount to wager with the “Lay” bet to balance your position.
2. Liability: The financial liability associated with the “Lay” bet. This is the amount you risk losing if the “Lay” bet fails.
3. Rating: An overall assessment of the profitability of your strategy.
4. Back Wins (Bookmaker): Profit obtained if the “Back” bet wins with the bookmaker.
5. Back Wins (Exchange): Profit obtained on the exchange if the “Back” bet wins.
6. Back Wins (Total): Combined total profit if the “Back” bet wins.
7. Lay Wins (Bookmaker): Profit obtained if the “Lay” bet wins with the bookmaker.
8. Lay Wins (Exchange): Profit obtained on the exchange if the “Lay” bet wins.
9. Lay Wins (Total): Combined total profit if the “Lay” bet wins.
10. Expected Profit: The overall expected profit, considering both scenarios (a win for either the “Back” or “Lay” bet).

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Back / Back Calculator

Back/Back Strategy: Place a “Back” bet on an outcome with one bookmaker, then place another “Back” bet on the same outcome with a different bookmaker at better odds. This strategy allows you to secure a profit or reduce potential losses by balancing the stakes based on the odds discrepancy.

Back/Back Calculator: The calculator helps you determine the optimal amount to wager on the second “Back” bet to ensure either a guaranteed profit or a minimized loss. It considers the odds from both bookmakers, any refunds or bonuses, and calculates the most efficient bet distribution.

Input Fields

Here are the data points you need to enter:

1. Back 1 Amount (€): The amount wagered on the first “Back” bet with Bookmaker 1.
2. Back 1 Odds: The odds offered by Bookmaker 1 for the initial bet.
3. Back 2 Odds: The odds offered by Bookmaker 2 for the second “Back” bet.
4. Refund Amount (€) [Optional]: Any expected refund (e.g., bonuses, cashback, or promotions).

Calculated Results

After entering the data, the calculator provides:

1. Optimized Back 2 Amount (€): The ideal stake for the second “Back” bet to balance your position.
2. Rating: An evaluation of the strategy’s profitability (higher = better opportunity).
3. Back 1 Wins (Bookmaker 1 Profit): Profit if the first “Back” bet wins.
4. Back 1 Wins (Bookmaker 2 Loss): Loss on the second “Back” bet if the first wins.
5. Back 1 Wins (Total): Combined profit/loss if the first bet wins.
6. Back 2 Wins (Bookmaker 1 Loss): Loss on the first “Back” bet if the second wins.
7. Back 2 Wins (Bookmaker 2 Profit): Profit if the second “Back” bet wins.
8. Back 2 Wins (Total): Combined profit/loss if the second bet wins.
9. Expected Profit (€): The overall expected result (green = guaranteed profit, red = minimized loss).

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Lay / Lay Calculator

Lay/Lay Strategy: Place a “Lay” bet on an outcome at one exchange, then place another “Lay” bet on the same outcome at a different exchange with adjusted stakes. This strategy helps balance liabilities and can secure a profit or reduce potential losses by leveraging odds differences and exchange commissions.

Lay/Lay Calculator: The calculator determines the optimal stake for the second “Lay” bet, ensuring balanced liabilities and maximizing potential profit. It accounts for odds, exchange commissions, and calculates the best possible distribution to hedge your position effectively.

Input Fields

Here’s what you need to enter:

1. Lay 1 Amount (€): The amount wagered on the first “Lay” bet (Exchange 1).
2. Lay 1 Odds: The odds for the first “Lay” bet.
3. Commission 1 (%): The fee charged by Exchange 1 on winnings.
4. Lay 2 Odds: The odds for the second “Lay” bet (Exchange 2).
5. Commission 2 (%): The fee charged by Exchange 2 on winnings.

Calculated Results

After inputting the data, the calculator provides:

1. Optimized Lay 2 Amount (€): The ideal stake for the second “Lay” bet to balance liabilities.
2. Liability 1 (€): Potential loss if the first “Lay” bet loses.
3. Liability 2 (€): Potential loss if the second “Lay” bet loses.
4. If Lay 1 Wins:
   • Exchange 1 Profit: Earnings after commission.
   • Exchange 2 Loss: Liability paid.
   • Total Profit/Loss: Net result.
5. If Lay 2 Wins:
   • Exchange 1 Loss: Liability paid.
   • Exchange 2 Profit: Earnings after commission.
   • Total Profit/Loss: Net result.
6. Expected Profit (€): The overall projected outcome (green = profit, red = minimized loss).

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Progressive Dutch Strategy

Progressive Dutch Strategy: Place a series of progressive bets across multiple selections, combining Back/Back and Back/Lay strategies to lock in profits at each stage. This advanced hedging technique ensures balanced stakes, controlled liabilities, and guaranteed returns—regardless of individual outcomes.

Progressive Dutch Calculator: This tool calculates the optimal stakes for each step of your progression, accounting for:

• ✔ Variable odds across bookmakers & exchanges
• ✔ Dual-strategy flexibility (Back/Back or Back/Lay hedging)
• ✔ Automatic stake adjustments based on prior results
• ✔ Real-time profit tracking at every stage

Input Fields

1. Initial Setup
   • Initial Stake (€) → Starting bet amount
   • Number of Selections (2-10) → Total progressive bets
2. Per-Selection Configuration (Repeat for each bet in the sequence)
   • Back Odds → Bookmaker odds for the selection
   • Strategy Selection → Toggle between:
     • Back/Back (Hedge between two bookmakers)
     • Back/Lay (Hedge between bookmaker & exchange)
   • Corresponding Odds → Enter odds for the chosen strategy
   • 🔒 Lock Feature → Freeze the selection to auto-calculate the next stake

Calculated Results

• Optimized Stake Amounts → Required wager for each step
• Liability Breakdown → Risk per selection
• Stage-by-Stage Profit → Color-coded outcomes (Profit / Loss)
• Cumulative Profit → Net result across all bets
• Guaranteed Profit/Loss → Final expected value

Key Features

1. Smart Stake Progression
   • Adjusts subsequent bets based on prior wins/losses
   • Maintains balance between Back & Lay liabilities
2. Dual-Strategy Mode
   • Back/Back: Maximize odds discrepancies between bookmakers
   • Back/Lay: Hedge against losses using exchange markets
3. Visual Profit Simulator
   • Interactive table tracks profits in real time
   • Highlights guaranteed profit thresholds
4. Save & Compare Strategies (Login Required)
   • Store successful progressions
   • Reuse or modify past calculations

Example Workflow

Selection	Back Odds	Strategy	Secondary Odds	Locked?
1	2.00	Back/Lay	1.80 (Lay)	✔
2	3.00	Back/Back	2.50 (Back)	✖

Outcome:

• Guaranteed Profit: €25
• Cumulative Liability: €45
• All scenarios visualized

Pro Tips

• Start small—Test with minimal stakes to refine your progression logic.
• Mix strategies—Combine Back/Back and Back/Lay approaches for optimal hedging.
• Use the lock feature to experiment with different paths risk-free.
• Save successful templates for recurring betting patterns.

Master complex Dutch betting with precision—one progression at a time!

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Risk Management Strategy

This advanced tool calculates optimal bet sizing based on:

• Available bankroll
• Selected risk profile (Conservative/Balanced/Aggressive)
• Market odds
• Profit targets

KEY FEATURES:

1. SMART STAKE CALCULATION

Automatically determines ideal bet amount based on:

• Current bankroll (2%-10% depending on risk profile)
• Odds value (higher odds = adjusted stake)
• Never exceeds 25% of bankroll per bet

2. CASHOUT FUNCTIONALITY

Cashout Input Field: Enter potential cashout amounts to:

• Lock in profits before event completion
• Cut losses on unfavorable positions

Visual Indicators:

• Green highlight when cashout shows profit
• Red highlight when cutting losses

3. RISK PROFILES

• Conservative (2% bankroll):
  • For odds 1.80+
  • Minimum risk approach
• Balanced (5% bankroll):
  • For odds 1.50+
  • Optimal risk/reward balance
• Aggressive (10% bankroll):
  • For odds 1.30+
  • High-risk, high-reward strategy

4. ACTION BUTTONS

• ✓ Win Button:
  • Logs successful bet
  • Adds profit to bankroll
  • Locks bet row
• ✗ Lose Button:
  • Records losing bet
  • Deducts stake from bankroll
  • Locks bet row
• +/- Cashout Toggle:
  • Expands/collapses cashout input field
  • Dynamic calculation of cashout impact

5. REAL-TIME TRACKING

Continuously updates:

• Current bankroll balance
• Profit/loss indicators
• Progress toward goal
• Bet success rate

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Set Parameters
   • Enter starting bankroll
   • Define profit target (optional)
2. Add Bets
   • Input back odds
   • Select risk profile
   • Click “CALC” for stake suggestion
3. Manage Positions
   • Use cashout field to simulate early settlement
   • Click ✓/✗ to log results
   • Monitor bankroll changes

PRO TIPS:

• • Always verify cashout values against potential full-win amounts
• • Use conservative profile for long betting sessions
• • The 25% max stake rule prevents overexposure
• • Saved calculations help identify winning patterns