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Hedge Calculator

Work out the hedge or cash-out stake that locks a profit or reduces risk on an open bet.

Published: 2026-09-07 Updated: 2026-09-07 Views: 2

How this tool works

A hedge calculator tells you how much to bet on the other side so both outcomes land at a known profit. People also search this as a cash-out check.

Hedge an open bet

Original bet on one side, hedge at the current opposing price.

Hedge stake-
Locked profit-
If original wins-
If hedge wins-

Accepts fractional (5/2), decimal (3.50) and American (+250 / -110) odds.

The lock formula

Hedge stake = original potential return / current hedge decimal odds. If the two profit figures are close, the position is equalised. If the hedge price is poor, the lock can still be a small loss — useful when you would rather bank certainty than ride the last legs of an acca.

FAQ

Is this the same as cash out?

It is the DIY version. Compare the locked profit with the cash-out number on the slip.

Can I hedge an acca?

Yes. Use the remaining acca price as the original odds, or hedge the last outstanding legs.

What if I only want to reduce risk, not lock equally?

Lower the hedge stake. This page equalises both outcomes.

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Important note

These calculators are for information only. Bookmaker rules, Rule 4, dead heats, each-way terms, maximum payouts and promotion conditions can change the real return. 18+ only. Please gamble responsibly.