Back Bet (Traditional Bet) -
A back bet is your standard bookmaker bet. You’re betting for something to happen. Example: Place £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. Win = £25 back. If they draw or lose, you lose your £10 stake.
Lay Bet -
A lay bet means betting against an outcome, usually on an exchange like Smarkets. Example: Lay £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. If they don’t win, you win the lay. If they win, you pay out.
Combine for Profit
Matched betting uses bookie offers (free bets, odds boosts) + an exchange lay bet on the same selection to cover every outcome, locking in guaranteed profit no matter what.
Back Bet (Traditional Bet) -
A back bet is your standard bookmaker bet. You’re betting for something to happen. Example: Place £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. Win = £25 back. If they draw or lose, you lose your £10 stake.
Lay Bet -
A lay bet means betting against an outcome, usually on an exchange like Smarkets. Example: Lay £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. If they don’t win, you win the lay. If they win, you pay out.
Combine for Profit
Matched betting uses bookie offers (free bets, odds boosts) + an exchange lay bet on the same selection to cover every outcome, locking in guaranteed profit no matter what.
Back Bet (Traditional Bet) -
A back bet is your standard bookmaker bet. You’re betting for something to happen. Example: Place £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. Win = £25 back. If they draw or lose, you lose your £10 stake.
Lay Bet -
A lay bet means betting against an outcome, usually on an exchange like Smarkets. Example: Lay £10 on Man Utd to win at 2.5 odds. If they don’t win, you win the lay. If they win, you pay out.
Combine for Profit
Matched betting uses bookie offers (free bets, odds boosts) + an exchange lay bet on the same selection to cover every outcome, locking in guaranteed profit no matter what.
Matched betting eliminates risk. Use bookmaker promos (free bets, odds boosts). Pair with a lay bet on Smarkets. You lock in profit, win or lose.
No gambling — just strategy.
Matched betting eliminates risk. Use bookmaker promos (free bets, odds boosts). Pair with a lay bet on Smarkets. You lock in profit, win or lose.
No gambling — just strategy.
Matched betting eliminates risk. Use bookmaker promos (free bets, odds boosts). Pair with a lay bet on Smarkets. You lock in profit, win or lose.
No gambling — just strategy.
Odds boosts
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Track results
Odds boosts
Easy calculators
Profit every time
Track results
Odds boosts
Easy calculators
Profit every time
Track results
Odds Boosts in Action
An odds boost is when a bookmaker increases the pay out on a specific bet. For example, standard odds might be 2.0, but with a boost, they become 2.5. Using matched betting, you match this bet with a lay bet on an exchange, locking in pure profit.
Always compare boosted odds with lay odds first. If the gap is too small, the boost may not be profitable after commission. Tools like the OddsMonkey calculator help you work out the exact lay stake and profit.
Liquidity on exchanges matters. Check there’s enough money to lay at your chosen odds, and be aware that matching at alternative odds can affect your profit. Tracking every bet helps you avoid mistakes and maximise profit.
Odds Boosts in Action
An odds boost is when a bookmaker increases the pay out on a specific bet. For example, standard odds might be 2.0, but with a boost, they become 2.5. Using matched betting, you match this bet with a lay bet on an exchange, locking in pure profit.
Always compare boosted odds with lay odds first. If the gap is too small, the boost may not be profitable after commission. Tools like the OddsMonkey calculator help you work out the exact lay stake and profit.
Liquidity on exchanges matters. Check there’s enough money to lay at your chosen odds, and be aware that matching at alternative odds can affect your profit. Tracking every bet helps you avoid mistakes and maximise profit.
Odds Boosts in Action
An odds boost is when a bookmaker increases the pay out on a specific bet. For example, standard odds might be 2.0, but with a boost, they become 2.5. Using matched betting, you match this bet with a lay bet on an exchange, locking in pure profit.
Always compare boosted odds with lay odds first. If the gap is too small, the boost may not be profitable after commission. Tools like the OddsMonkey calculator help you work out the exact lay stake and profit.
Liquidity on exchanges matters. Check there’s enough money to lay at your chosen odds, and be aware that matching at alternative odds can affect your profit. Tracking every bet helps you avoid mistakes and maximise profit.
How do I start matched betting?
Begin with bookmaker sign-up offers (free bets), use profits for future boosts, and always track your bets. You can start with as little as £50.
What is a lay bet?
A lay bet means betting against an outcome at a betting exchange like Smarkets—if it doesn’t happen, you win.
Why do boosted odds matter?
Boosts increase potential payout. Paired with a lay bet, they let you lock in risk-free profit if the lay odds are right.
How do I start matched betting?
Begin with bookmaker sign-up offers (free bets), use profits for future boosts, and always track your bets. You can start with as little as £50.
What is a lay bet?
A lay bet means betting against an outcome at a betting exchange like Smarkets—if it doesn’t happen, you win.
Why do boosted odds matter?
Boosts increase potential payout. Paired with a lay bet, they let you lock in risk-free profit if the lay odds are right.
How do I start matched betting?
Begin with bookmaker sign-up offers (free bets), use profits for future boosts, and always track your bets. You can start with as little as £50.
What is a lay bet?
A lay bet means betting against an outcome at a betting exchange like Smarkets—if it doesn’t happen, you win.
Why do boosted odds matter?
Boosts increase potential payout. Paired with a lay bet, they let you lock in risk-free profit if the lay odds are right.
