Best Roulette Playing Strategies

We have reviewed the most common and effective roulette strategies, both for online and land-based casino playing. Here, we also take into account the possible winnings you can receive if you succeed in applying a strategy in practice.

Martingale

The Martingale system demands that the player double their bet every time they lose. The theory behind the system is that one win would regain all the previous losses and yield a small profit. For this system, it is advisable to bet only on red/black, odd/even, or 0-18/19-36.

Labouchère

Labouchère is derived from increasing stakes immediately after a loss. The player sets himself a target in the form of a number, which is divided into a series of small numbers, written in a sequence. The player then takes the first and the last number in the sequence and adds them to determine the first stake.

When there is a win, the numbers are erased. Then the next two numbers on the left and right are utilized by the player. When the player loses, the bet amount is added to the far-right end of the sequence.

Reverse Labouchère

The Reverse Labouchère is played by putting bets following a win. It works just like the original. When the player loses, the first and the last numbers are removed. When winning, the bet is added to the sequence.

The ultimate goal is to remove all the numbers from the sequence and complete the cycle.

Andrucci

The Andrucci system is based on the theory each number will eventually appear on the roulette wheel. Here is the process:

• Record the numbers that appear in 30-35 spins.
• Choose a number that appears frequently and bet on this number for the next 15-25 spins.

Although a bet on a number is a risk, many players swear this is the best system.

D'Alembert

The D'Alembert system focuses on betting on red/black, odd/even, or 1-18/19-36.

For each loss, the player's bet is increased by a coin. For each win, it is reduced by one.

D'Alembert is also a progression system but less aggressive than Martingale. The bets rise more slowly, so the player will not have huge losses, but neither will they recover all the losses with a single win.

Counter D'Alembert

The Counter D'Alembert system is the opposite of the normal system. It only bets on "even chance" or 1:1 bets. After a win, one coin is added in the next spin. After a loss, one coin is subtracted.

Fibonacci

The Fibonacci strategy uses a sequence of numbers where each wager is the sum of the previous two. The sequence may appear as follows, for example: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, and so on.

For each loss, the sequence moves one number forward. After a win, the player moves two positions backward. The wagers must be on red/black or even/odd.

Paroli

In the Paroli system, the player doubles their bet every time they win. They continue to do so until they achieve three consecutive wins.

3-2 System

The 3-2 system is played as two separate bets: one on the column and one on the outside. The theory is to cover a number of sections.

For example, the player can either:

• Bet three on red and two on column 2.
• Bet three on black and two on column 3.

This technique is not a guarantee and might be difficult to work in practice. The profit on a win is small, so the player would have to play for several hours to break even.

1-3-2-6 System

The 1-3-2-6 system involves increasing the bet with each win.

For example, the first bet is one coin, then three coins after a win, and so on. After a loss, the player returns to the beginning. When the player reaches the end of the sequence, they simply start again.

Worst Roulette Systems

There are two main methods that are "winning" but are not:

• Studying Patterns: It is not possible to beat the casino this way because all online casinos use Random Number Generators (RNG). That means the result of each spin can never be predicted.
• 666 Strategy: It is an aggressive system in which you wager on the maximum number of numbers at a time (street, dozen, etc.). The more the number of bets, the more the number of opportunities to win. It is called "666" because the total of all the numbers on the roulette wheel (1-26, zero, and 00) is 666.

How to Win at Roulette

Before playing, some tips on winning more at any version of roulette (European, African, etc.) are as follows:

• Decide the sum you will wager in advance.
• Play only at the most reputable sites.
• Choose one of the above-listed strategies for roulette.
• Test the strategy in free mode before wagering real money.
• Never try to find patterns in winning numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have prepared answers to some frequently asked questions about roulette and strategies:

Are there any foolproof roulette systems?
There are no hidden foolproof systems. Roulette is a game of chance, and the house always has the edge. Knowing the odds and using a proven strategy will allow players to make the best bets possible, but no spin can be won with absolute certainty.

Are there computer programs that can be used to test roulette systems?
There are programs to test the effectiveness of strategies, but there is no need to download them. It is enough to play the demo version of the game on a solid website. A few thousand virtual credits are given to players to spend without putting personal money at risk. If they are spent, simply reload the page to renew them.

Can these strategies be applied in live dealer roulette?
Yes, these strategies can be used in live dealer games. They work in all types of live roulette. Remember, however, that this is not a guaranteed way of earning money as it is a game of chance with the odds tipped in the casino's favor.

Can strategies be used in online roulette?
Yes, the strategies above can be used for online casinos. The sole caveat is the effectiveness of the Andrucci system, as numbers in roulette are randomly selected. The wheel spin is not dependent on physical occurrences, but only on the RNG. The other systems will work.