Double Betting Tool
Calculate the return on a two-selection double where both legs must win.
How to Use This Calculator
- Choose the odds format you intend to work in (Decimal, Fractional, or American)
- Specify the total stake you are committing
- Supply the odds for Selection 1
- Supply the odds for Selection 2
- Review the combined odds, the total return, and the resulting profit
Formula
Combined Odds = Odds 1 × Odds 2 (in decimal format)
Total Return = Stake × Combined Odds
Profit = Total Return - Stake
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a double bet work?
A double is one wager that ties two selections together. Both have to win for the bet to return anything, and since the odds are multiplied, the payout potential is greater than placing the two selections as separate singles.
What is the outcome if one selection comes up short?
Should either selection fail, the double as a whole is lost and your stake goes with it. There is no partial return — both legs must come in.
Should I favour a double over two singles?
A double promises a larger return but is less likely to land. Two singles leave room to come out ahead even when one fails, whereas a double demands that both selections win.