A price boost calculator works out the extra profit from enhanced odds offers, where a bookmaker temporarily raises the odds on a selection above normal market price. Enter the normal odds, the boosted odds, and your stake to see value added and an EV rating instantly.
To lock in guaranteed profit from a price boost, pair this tool with the matched betting calculator: use the boosted odds as your back price and the normal market price as your lay target.
Price Boost: A Worked Example
Setup: Team A boosted from 2.50 to 4.00. Stake: €25. Lay at 2.55, 5% commission.
Lay stake
Lay = (4.00 x 25) / (2.55 - 0.05) = 100 / 2.50 = €40
If Team A wins
Bookmaker: +€75. Exchange: -€62. Net: +€13
If Team A loses
Bookmaker: -€25. Exchange: +€38. Net: +€13
Guaranteed profit: €13 from €25 stake (52% ROI on qualifying stake).
Common Mistakes with Price Boosts
- 1.Using boosted odds as the lay price. The boost is only at the bookmaker. Lay on the exchange at the normal market price.
- 2.Ignoring maximum stake limits. Most price boosts cap stakes at €5 to €25. Check the limit before calculating.
- 3.Slow execution. Check exchange liquidity at the current lay price before placing the back bet, then lay immediately.
Types of Price Boosts
Daily boosts
1-5 selections boosted each day, often with low max stakes
Request-a-bet boosts
Build your own accumulator and request a boosted price
Loyalty boosts
Exclusive boosts for regular customers, often better value
EV Rating Guide
Account Protection: Slowing Restrictions
Bookmakers monitor accounts that consistently take every available boost at maximum stake. The behavior pattern is easy to identify from their side. Mixing in normal recreational bets at your usual stake size extends the life of your account. Rotating across several bookmakers rather than concentrating on one also reduces visibility.
Cashing out boosted bets early is usually blocked. Check the terms of each promotion before placing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a price boost in betting?
A price boost is when a bookmaker temporarily increases the odds on a selection above normal market price. By laying on an exchange at normal odds, you lock in guaranteed profit from the inflated bookmaker price.
How much profit can I make from a price boost?
Depends on the gap between boosted and exchange odds and the maximum stake. A boost from 2.50 to 4.00 with a €25 max stake and exchange lay of 2.55 generates around €13 guaranteed, roughly 50% ROI on the qualifying stake.
Do I need an exchange account for price boosts?
Yes. To guarantee profit from a price boost, you lay the selection on a betting exchange at the normal market price. Without the lay, you are relying on the bet winning.
Can price boost accounts be restricted?
Yes. Consistent maximum staking on every available boost flags your account as a bonus hunter. Mixing in normal bets at your usual stake size slows restrictions down significantly.