Flat Betting Strategy for Online Slots
Consistent bet size throughout the session. A low-risk strategy with easy+ complexity. Works for any volatility slots and any bankroll size.
Works Best For
- Low risk level
- Any volatility slots
- Any bankroll size
- Any playing session length
Pros & Cons
- Simplest to implement
- Maximizes play time
- Predictable losses
- Great for bonus wagering
- Limited winning potential
- Misses hot streak opportunities
- Can be boring for action players
How to Play
Bankroll size & min bet size are related to each other: for Flat Betting strategy it is recommended that your bankroll is at least 200× the min bet of the slot you play. Normally, in online slots min bet size is around $0.01, but you can adjust it to the slot you play:
Assuming you have $2 as your bankroll, here are the rules you need to follow:
- Bet size is always $0.01-$0.02 (0.5%-1% of bankroll)
Exit Rules
- When you win $1 (50% of session bankroll)
- If you lose $0.40 (20% of session bankroll)
Strategy Variations
Conservative Flat Betting
Lower bet size for high volatility games to 0.3% of your bankroll.
Megaways Flat
For high volatility Megaways slots your bankroll should be at least 250x of the slot's min bet, and your bet size should be 0.3-0.5% of the bankroll.
