Roulette is one of the most iconic and visually thrilling games available on any casino floor.
Knowing which wheel to choose is the single most important decision a roulette player will ever make.
Understanding the Wheel Layouts
The European roulette wheel features 37 slots in total: numbers 1 through 36, plus a single green zero.
That extra double zero on the American wheel might look harmless, but it drastically increases the operator's profit margin.
European roulette has a house edge of 2.70%, which is relatively standard for a table gameAmerican roulette has a house edge of 5.26%, making it one of the worst bets on the entire floorAlways check the wheel before placing a chip to see how many green slots exist
Advanced European Roulette Rules
If you can find a French roulette table, you will encounter the best possible odds for this specific game.
The 'En Prison' rule allows your even-money bet to remain 'in prison' for the next spin if a zero hits, giving you a second chance.
Roulette VariationNumber of ZerosHouse Edge (Standard Bets)AmericanTwo (0, 00)5.26%EuropeanOne (0)2.70%
By simply choosing the European wheel, you instantly double your expected mathematical longevity at the casino.
