Reverse Martingale Calculator: Double on Wins, Not Losses

The Reverse Martingale (Anti-Martingale) flips the classic system—double your bet after wins, not losses. Chase explosive winning streaks while limiting losses to one unit at a time. Our calculator reveals why this approach offers lower risk but requires discipline to lock in profits.

What Is the Reverse Martingale?

The Reverse Martingale (also called Anti-Martingale or Parlay) doubles your bet after each win instead of each loss. After any loss, you reset to base. The goal is riding winning streaks for maximum profit while keeping losses minimal and predictable.

Quick Answer: Reverse Martingale = double after WINS (opposite of regular). Base $10 → win → $20 → win → $40 → win → $80... ANY loss = reset to $10. Maximum loss: 1 unit per streak. Potential win: Unlimited (until you stop). Must set profit target or one loss erases all streak gains.

How to Use Our Calculator

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Calculate streak progression and optimal exit points.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Enter Base Unit: Starting bet

2. Set Win Target: Streak length goal

3. Track Current Streak: Consecutive wins

4. View Next Bet: Doubled amount

5. Calculate Exit Value: Profit if stop now

Input Fields Explained

Field	Description	Example
Base Unit	Starting bet	$10
Streak Length	Wins in row	4
Current Bet	Next wager	$160
Total Profit	If stop now	+$150
If Lose	Reset amount	-$10

How Reverse Martingale Works

The Progression

Reverse Martingale sequence:

Start: $10
Win → Bet $20
Win → Bet $40
Win → Bet $80
Win → Bet $160
...

Each win doubles
Using house money after first win

The Loss Reset

When you lose:

At any point: Reset to $10
Lost $10 base OR
Lost current bet (but that was profit)

Net loss from any streak: $10
(if you lose on first bet)
OR $0 (if you had wins first)

The Critical Decision

When to stop?

After 3 wins: $70 profit
After 4 wins: $150 profit
After 5 wins: $310 profit

But each continuation:
~51.35% chance to lose it all
Must decide when to collect

Comparison: Martingale vs Reverse

Risk Profile

After 5 consecutive results:

Regular Martingale (5 losses):
Total lost: $310
Next bet: $320
Chasing with huge risk

Reverse Martingale (5 wins):
Total won: $310
Next bet: $320
Playing with house money

Psychological Difference

Emotional impact:

Martingale losses:
"I MUST win back my money"
Desperation, stress

Reverse Martingale:
"I'm playing with profit"
Less stress, clearer thinking

Mathematical Reality

Both systems:

Same expected value
Same house edge applies
Neither beats the math

Different experience
Different variance
Same long-term result

Probability Analysis

Streak Probabilities

Consecutive wins (48.65%):

1 win: 48.65%
2 wins: 23.67%
3 wins: 11.52%
4 wins: 5.60%
5 wins: 2.73%
6 wins: 1.33%
7 wins: 0.65%

Streaks get rare fast

Expected Value by Exit

If you always exit after N wins:

Exit after 1: 48.65% × $10 - 51.35% × $10 = -$0.27
Exit after 2: 23.67% × $30 - others = -$0.27
Exit after 3: 11.52% × $70 - others = -$0.27
Exit after 4: 5.60% × $150 - others = -$0.27

All exit points: Same EV
House edge unchanged

The Exit Dilemma

The key problem:

No mathematically optimal exit
All points have same EV
Must choose based on preference

Common choices:
3 wins (11.52% hit rate)
4 wins (5.60% hit rate)
Set dollar target

Real-World Examples

Example 1: Quick Loss

Most common result:

$10 base

Bet $10, LOSE

Net: -$10
Reset, try again

51.35% of attempts end here

Example 2: Three-Win Exit

Solid profit:

$10 base, exit at 3 wins

Bet $10, WIN: +$10
Bet $20, WIN: +$30
Bet $40, WIN: +$70

COLLECT: +$70
11.52% probability

Example 3: Greed Punished

Pushing too far:

$10 base, wanted 5 wins

Bet $10, WIN: +$10
Bet $20, WIN: +$30
Bet $40, WIN: +$70
Bet $80, WIN: +$150
Bet $160, LOSE: -$10

Net: -$10 (original stake only)
Had $150, walked with -$10

Example 4: Session Analysis

20 attempts, 3-win target:

$10 base, exit at 3 wins

Expected completions: ~2.3 (11.52%)
Expected profit per: +$70
Expected win total: +$161

Expected losses: ~17.7 attempts
At -$10 each: -$177

Net expected: -$16
Same as flat betting 20 × $10 × 2.7%

Strategy Considerations

Setting Exit Points

Common exit strategies:

Fixed wins (e.g., 3 or 4)
Fixed profit ($100 target)
Fixed multiplier (5× base)
Gut feeling (dangerous)

Discipline required
One more bet = risky

Table Limits

Reverse Martingale and limits:

$10 base, $500 max:
Win 1: $20
Win 2: $40
Win 3: $80
Win 4: $160
Win 5: $320
Win 6: Can't bet $640

Table limits eventually cap
Less devastating than Martingale limits

Bankroll Management

Bankroll for Reverse Martingale:

Very low requirements
Only risking 1 unit at a time
20 units = 20 attempts

$10 unit = $200 bankroll
Much safer than Martingale

Common Mistakes

1. No Exit Strategy

Mistake: "I'll stop when I feel like it" Problem: Always want one more Fix: Set firm exit before starting

2. Moving Exit Points

Mistake: "Just one more win..." Problem: Eventually you'll lose Fix: Stick to predetermined target

3. Expecting Streaks

Mistake: "I'm due for a run" Problem: Each bet is independent Fix: Accept streak randomness

4. Feeling Like Free Money

Mistake: Reckless with "house money" Problem: Profits are real money Fix: Value all chips equally

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reverse Martingale safer than Martingale?

Yes for variance. Maximum loss is always 1 unit. Martingale can lose hundreds of units. Same expected value long-term.

When should I stop the streak?

No mathematically correct answer. All exit points have equal EV. Choose based on personal risk tolerance—3-4 wins is common.

Can I really profit from this?

Short term, yes, if you hit streaks. Long term, house edge applies. Expected value is negative regardless of system.

What if I always let it ride?

Eventually you lose everything. A loss at any point ends the streak. Without exit discipline, you'll always reset to zero.

Is this the same as Paroli?

Similar concept. Paroli typically has a fixed 3-win cap. Reverse Martingale is open-ended with flexible targets.

Best game for Reverse Martingale?

Any even-money bet. Roulette, baccarat, craps pass line. Lower house edge = better, but edge still exists.

Pro Tips

• Set exit BEFORE starting: Never move it

• 1 unit max loss: Per streak attempt

• House money mentality: Less stressful

• 3-4 wins reasonable: Balance risk/reward

• Same house edge: Just different experience

Related Calculators

• Martingale Calculator - Original system
• Paroli Calculator - Fixed 3-win version
• 1-3-2-6 Calculator - Structured progression
• Expected Value Calculator - True EV
• Roulette Odds Calculator - Base game

Conclusion

The Reverse Martingale flips the script—double on wins, reset on losses. Our calculator shows streak progression, exit point options, and why this positive progression limits losses to 1 unit while chasing potentially explosive winning runs. Just remember: without a firm exit strategy, one loss erases everything.

Calculate Reverse Martingale Now →

Four wins gave you $150 profit. The fifth bet risks it all for $310. Our calculator helps you see the math behind when to collect and when that "one more" is one too many.