UnjuicedHold Calculator
Measure the overround across a two-way market using the best available price on each side.
Two-way market
Market hold
Hold
4.76%
Book percentage
104.76%
Outcome 1 implied
52.38%
Outcome 2 implied
52.38%
Lower is better for the bettor. A negative number means the best prices create an arbitrage opportunity.
How to use the Hold Calculator
Sportsbook hold shows how far the combined implied probabilities sit above 100%. A lower hold generally means a more bettor-friendly market.
- 1Enter the price for each side of a two-way market.
- 2Review the combined implied probability.
- 3Use the hold percentage to compare market quality across books.
Formula and assumptions
Hold = implied probability of side A + implied probability of side B - 100%.
The result describes the theoretical market margin at the entered prices. Actual sportsbook revenue depends on bet distribution and outcomes.
Hold calculator FAQ
Answers about this free hold calculator, sports betting odds, payouts, and the math behind each result.
Is sportsbook hold the same as profit?
No. Hold is the theoretical pricing margin, while actual profit depends on wager volume, liability, and results.
What does a 4% hold mean?
It means the market's implied probabilities total 104%, leaving four percentage points above a fair 100% market.