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System Bets
This MadMarket guide will explain the fundamentals of system betting. System betting offers a versatile and potentially rewarding alternative to traditional accumulators, especially for those looking to reduce risk while still chasing large returns
System Bets
A system bet is similar to your standard accumulator bet, with one key difference.
The difference between the two is that not all selections within said bet need to be correct for a return, as the system matches up the different winning combinations across the allotted selection.
This MadMarket guide will explain the fundamentals of system betting, different types of system bets, and how to use the Edge Sports Trading Platform and the Sharp Exchange to enhance your system betting.
SYSTEM BETS: MEANING, EXAMPLES & CALCULATION
As explained, a system bet is similar to a standard accumulator, but with one key difference: not all selections need to win for you to receive a return. Instead, the bet is structured to cover multiple combinations of your selections, so even if one or more lose, you can still profit from the successful combinations.
There are multiple calculations within system bets based on the number of selections in the particular system bet, as that brings in a different amount of bets due to the amount of selections, i.e. singles, doubles, trebles, accumulators.
The calculation itself is fairly simple, which is ‘the quantity of bets x the stake’.
As an example, if three selections are made and the system bet is placed with a £1 stake. The stake would be multiplied by 7, due to the 3 singles, the 3 doubles and 1 treble, of which each bet will have differing returns.
A system bet is similar to your standard accumulator bet, with one key differing factor. The difference between the two is that not all selections within the bet need to be correct for a return to be garnered, as the system matches up the different winning combinations across the allotted selection.
HOW TO PLACE A SYSTEM BET AT SHARP?
Now you know what system bets are and how they work, let’s look at how you’d go about placing a system bet using the Sharp Exchange. The Sharp Exchange offers competitive betting odds across a broad range of sports and markets, the service also offers system bets.
The process of placing a system bet is simple, first decide on your selections which you would like to include in your system bet. Depending on the number of selections you have included in your bet, the site will offer you the various system bets available in line with that number of selections.
For example, if you have made 3 selections – you will have the option to place a trixie and patent as a system bet. Second, select your allotted stake. Remember this stake will be multiplied by the number of bets included in the system bet of your choice.
So if you’ve decided on a €1 trixie, this will be a €4 stake in total due to the 3 doubles and 1 treble within the bet. Ensure that you are gambling responsibly and that these stakes come in line with your staking plan.
SYSTEM BETS EXAMPLES
- Trixie – 4 bets comprising 3 selections
- Structure: 3 doubles + 1 treble
- Total stake: €4
- Even if only 2 horses win, you still get a return from one double.
- All 3 must win for full return from all 4 bets.
- Yankee – 11 bets comprising of 4 selections
- Structure: 6 doubles + 4 trebles + 1 fourfold
- Total stake: €11
- Minimum of 2 winners needed for any return.
- All 4 winning selections gives the maximum payout.
- Patent – 7 bets comprising of 3 selections
- Structure: 3 singles + 3 doubles + 1 treble
- Total stake: €7
- Even 1 winning selection gives a return due to singles.
- Lucky 15 – 15 bets comprising of 4 selections
- Structure: 4 singles + 6 doubles + 4 trebles + 1 fourfold
- Total stake: €15
- Lucky 31 – 31 bets comprising of 5 selections
- Structure: 4 singles + 6 doubles + 4 trebles + 1 fourfold
- Total stake: €15
- Heinz – 57 bets comprising of 6 selections
- Structure: All doubles to sixfolds, no singles
- Total stake: €57
- At least 2 winners needed for a return
- Profit increases with each winning selection
- Super Heinz – 120 bets comprising of 7 selections
- Structure: 21 doubles, 35 trebles, 35 fourfolds, 21 fivefolds, 7 sixfolds, 1 sevenfold
- Total stake: €120
- Very large stake needed, but can offer massive returns.
- Goliath (247 bets comprising of 8 selections)
- Structure: All possible multiple bets from 2 to 8 selections (no singles)
- Total stake: £247
- Often used for fun “lottery-style” betting with small unit stakes (e.g., £0.10 per line = £24.70 total)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Greater chance of a winning return
- Can make a greater profit due to a greater frequency of winning bets
- Ideal for spreading risk across multiple events
Cons
- Requires a higher stake due to a greater frequency of bets
- If all selections are to win, the payout is lower than if a singular accumulator was had with the same stake
- Can be complex for beginners
Conclusion
System betting offers a versatile and potentially rewarding alternative to traditional accumulators, especially for those looking to reduce risk while still chasing large returns.
By covering multiple combinations within a single bet, they provide a safety net if not all selections win, making them ideal for punters who value consistency and strategy.
FAQ
A system bet is a type of bet that combines several selections into a subset of smaller bets, including doubles, trebles and accumulators.
Whilst they are similar to accumulators, the one key differing factor about system bets is that it gives the bettor the possibility of a decreased return from a bet if one or more selection loses.
Like any form of betting, it is possible to make a profit from system bets. However, the selections must represent value in order for a long term profit to be garnered from your betting.
Usually, if there is betting offered on a particular sport or market, there will be the opportunity to use system betting as it’s similar to accumulator betting.
Depending on the number of selections included in your system bet, there will be varying number of bets within the system bet, which will affect the amount being staked. The unity stake will always stay the same and multiply the number of bets involved in the system bet, so if you are placing a €1 Lucky 15, you will place a total stake of €15.