Craps Any Craps Bet Calculator: 2-3-12 Analysis (2026)
Craps Any Craps Bet Calculator: Betting on 2-3-12
Any Craps is a one-roll bet that wins if 2, 3, or 12 hits. Our calculator shows the 7:1 payout, 11.11% probability, and why this proposition bet carries one of the higher house edges on the craps table.
What Is an Any Craps Bet?
Any Craps (also called "Three Way Craps") is a single-roll wager that wins if the next roll is 2, 3, or 12—the craps numbers. It pays 7:1 but hits only 11.11% of the time, giving the house a significant 11.11% edge.
Quick Answer: Any Craps = one-roll bet on 2, 3, or 12. Pays 7:1 (some tables 8 for 1 = same thing). Probability: 4/36 = 11.11%. House edge: 11.11%. Located in center proposition area. Often used to "insure" pass line bets on come-out. High edge makes it poor long-term choice.
How to Use Our Calculator
Use the Any Craps Calculator →
Enter your bet to see payout and expected value.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Enter Bet Amount: Your wager
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View Probability: Win chance
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Calculate Payout: If craps rolls
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See Expected Value: Per bet EV
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Compare to Pass Line: Edge difference
Input Fields Explained
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Bet Amount | Your wager | $5 |
| Win Probability | Craps chance | 11.11% |
| Payout | If 2, 3, or 12 | 7:1 ($35) |
| Expected Value | Per bet | -$0.56 |
| House Edge | Casino advantage | 11.11% |
Probability Breakdown
Ways to Roll Craps
Two (2): 1 way (1-1)
Three (3): 2 ways (1-2, 2-1)
Twelve (12): 1 way (6-6)
Total craps combinations: 4
Total possible outcomes: 36
Probability: 4/36 = 11.11%
Odds Calculation
Fair odds: (36-4)/4 = 32:4 = 8:1
Casino pays: 7:1
Shortfall: 1 unit per 8 wagered
House edge: 1/9 = 11.11%
Expected Value
$10 Any Craps bet:
Win: 11.11% × $70 = $7.78
Lose: 88.89% × $10 = $8.89
EV = $7.78 - $8.89 = -$1.11
Lose $1.11 per $10 bet on average
Payout Variations
7:1 Payout (Standard)
Bet $5, win $35
Total return: $40 (including bet)
Most common format
Clear 7:1 odds posted
8 for 1 (Same Thing)
"8 for 1" = "7 to 1"
Bet $5, receive $40 total
(Your $5 is included in the 8)
Same payout, different wording
Don't be fooled by "8"
Comparing Formats
7 to 1: Bet $5, win $35, keep $5 = $40
8 for 1: Bet $5, receive $40 = $40
Identical outcome
Different presentation
"For" includes your bet
"To" is on top of your bet
Any Craps as Insurance
Come-Out Roll "Protection"
Pass line bettors sometimes use:
$10 pass line bet
$1 any craps "insurance"
If 7 or 11 rolls: Win $10, lose $1 = +$9
If craps rolls: Lose $10, win $7 = -$3
If point: Continue, lose $1
Reduces variance slightly
Increases overall cost
Insurance Math
Come-out probabilities:
7/11 wins: 8/36 = 22.22%
Craps loses: 4/36 = 11.11%
Point set: 24/36 = 66.67%
Without insurance ($10 pass):
EV = 0.2222($10) - 0.1111($10) = +$1.11
With insurance ($10 pass + $1 any craps):
Pass EV: +$1.11
Any craps EV: -$0.11
Net: +$1.00
Insurance costs $0.11 per come-out
Reduces win rate on 7/11
Softens craps loss
Why Insurance Fails Long-Term
Every any craps bet: -11.11% edge
"Protection" just means:
Paying house edge twice
On pass AND any craps
Better strategy:
Accept come-out variance
Don't add extra edge bets
Comparison to Other Propositions
Center Bets Comparison
Bet | Payout | Probability | Edge
--------------|--------|-------------|------
Any Craps | 7:1 | 11.11% | 11.11%
Any Seven | 4:1 | 16.67% | 16.67%
Yo (11) | 15:1 | 5.56% | 11.11%
Horn (split) | Varies | 16.67% | 12.5%
Hard 4/10 | 7:1 | 2.78% | 11.11%
Hard 6/8 | 9:1 | 2.78% | 9.09%
All have high edges
Pass/don't pass much better
Any Craps vs Specific Numbers
Any Craps (2,3,12): 7:1, 11.11% edge
Snake Eyes (2): 30:1, 13.89% edge
Ace-Deuce (3): 15:1, 11.11% edge
Boxcars (12): 30:1, 13.89% edge
Any craps = diversified version
Same general poor value
Real-World Examples
Example 1: Single Any Craps Bet
$5 on Any Craps:
Roll result: 3 (craps!)
Payout: $5 × 7 = $35
If roll was 8:
Lose $5
Hit rate: ~1 in 9 rolls
Short-term wins possible
Long-term: -11.11%
Example 2: Insurance Gone Wrong
$25 pass + $5 any craps for 10 come-outs:
Typical distribution:
2 sevens: +$50 pass, -$10 AC = +$40
1 eleven: +$25 pass, -$5 AC = +$20
1 craps: -$25 pass, +$35 AC = +$10
6 points: $0 pass (ongoing), -$30 AC = -$30
Total: +$40 +$20 +$10 -$30 = +$40
Without insurance (+$25 pass only):
2 sevens: +$50
1 eleven: +$25
1 craps: -$25
6 points: $0
Total: +$50
Insurance cost: $10
Not worth it
Example 3: Session Tracking
50 rolls with Any Craps bets at $3:
Expected craps: 50 × 11.11% = 5.6 (call it 6)
Expected non-craps: 44
Wins: 6 × $21 = $126
Losses: 44 × $3 = $132
Net: -$6 (matches ~11% edge)
Example 4: Why Players Use It
Psychology:
"I keep rolling craps!"
"Let me bet on it"
Reality:
Craps still only 11.11%
Confirmation bias
Memorable when craps hits
Forget the many misses
Strategy Assessment
When Players Use Any Craps
Common scenarios:
- Come-out "insurance"
- "Hot shooter" superstition
- Quick action seeking
- Don't understand edge
None are mathematically justified
All cost 11.11% edge
Better Alternatives
Instead of any craps:
For lower edge:
- Pass line (1.41%)
- Don't pass (1.36%)
- Place 6/8 (1.52%)
For prop action:
- Hard 6/8 (9.09%)
- Field bet (5.56% or 2.78%)
All better than 11.11%
The Real Cost
$5 any craps bets, 100 rolls:
Expected loss: $5 × 100 × 11.11% = $55.55
Same $500 on pass line:
Expected loss: $500 × 1.41% = $7.05
Massive difference
Center bets are expensive
Common Mistakes
1. Regular Insurance
Mistake: Always bet any craps on come-out Problem: Adds 11.11% edge bet Fix: Accept pass line variance
2. Chasing Craps Numbers
Mistake: "Due for a craps roll" Problem: Independent events Fix: Probability doesn't change
3. Thinking 8-for-1 Is Better
Mistake: "8 for 1 beats 7 to 1!" Problem: They're identical Fix: Understand payout notation
4. Ignoring the Edge
Mistake: "It's only $1 bets" Problem: 11.11% adds up Fix: Avoid regardless of size
Frequently Asked Questions
Is any craps a good bet?
No. The 11.11% house edge is much higher than pass (1.41%) or place 6/8 (1.52%). It's among the worst bets on the table.
What's the difference between 7:1 and 8 for 1?
They're the same payout. "7 to 1" means you win 7 plus keep your bet. "8 for 1" means your total return is 8 (including your original bet).
Should I use any craps as insurance?
No. While it softens come-out craps losses, the 11.11% edge costs more than the protection provides. Better to accept variance on pass line.
What are the craps numbers?
2, 3, and 12 are the craps numbers. On a come-out roll, these cause pass line bets to lose immediately.
How often does any craps hit?
11.11% of rolls, or about 1 in 9. Not rare, but the 7:1 payout doesn't cover the odds fairly.
Is there any time to bet any craps?
For entertainment only with money you expect to lose. Never as a strategic bet—the math is firmly against it.
Pro Tips
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Skip entirely: 11.11% edge is brutal
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No insurance: Adds cost to pass line
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Same payout: 7:1 = 8 for 1
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Center = expensive: All props carry high edge
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Pass/don't pass: Stick to low-edge bets
Related Calculators
- Craps Odds Calculator - All bet types
- Craps Field Bet Calculator - Another one-roll
- Craps Pass Line Calculator - Best bet
- Craps Expected Value Calculator - EV analysis
- House Edge Calculator - Compare bets
Conclusion
Any Craps covers 2, 3, and 12 for a 7:1 payout—but the 11.11% house edge makes it one of the worst bets on the craps table. Our calculator reveals why this proposition bet costs far more than the low-edge pass line alternative.
Calculate Any Craps Odds Now →
That 7:1 payout on craps numbers looks attractive until you see the 11.11% house edge. Our calculator proves why any craps—especially as "insurance"—costs more than it protects, making the simple pass line bet the smarter choice.
