What is a Trixie Bet: Complete Guide to Understanding Trixie Betting

A Trixie bet in its simplest form, is where punters choose three different selections, and then have four separate bets placed on these for them.

These wagers come in the form of three doubles and one treble.

It provides an increased chance of a return from your bet, as only two of the three chosen selections need to win, in order for the bettor to see some returns.

Delving into a Trixie Bet

To better understand, consider this simple example:

Imagine you're betting on three football matches, with teams A, B, and C.

In a Trixie Bet, you would place:

Three double bets

• A+B
• A+C
• B+C

And one treble

• A+B+C

If any two teams win, you'll receive a payout from one of the doubles. If all three teams win, then the three doubles and the treble will win, meaning the full profits of the bet will be paid out.

This strategy has its advantages as, even if not all your selections come in as winners, some profit can still be made.

It must be noted also then when playing on a Trixie bet whatever stake is wagered will be duplicated across all four bets.

Therefore, if 50p was wagered, then the total stake would be £2.00. This is because £0.50 x 4 = £2.00.

This is just another level of the Trixie bet that must be remembered so players aren’t surprised at the overall cost of their stake.

Examples of a Trixie Bet

To truly grasp the workings of a Trixie bet, a practical example is beneficial.

Take three football matches: Arsenal vs Chelsea, Liverpool vs Manchester United, and Tottenham vs Manchester City.

A bettor fancies that Arsenal, Man Utd, and Man City will win their respective matches.

And the player chooses to place a Trixie bet.

Three double bets

• Arsenal & Man Utd
• Arsenal & Man City
• Man Utd & Man City

And one treble bet

• Arsenal, Man Utd, and Man City

If a bettor stakes £10, the total amount invested would be £40 (£10 for each of the four bets).

If all three of the backed teams win then this is great because the Trixie will come in, in its entirety.

But, let's say Arsenal and Man Utd win, but Man City lose. The bettor still receives a payout from the successful double bet (Arsenal & Man Utd).

Hopefully, this example illustrates the appeal of Trixie's bets; even if one selection fails, there's still a chance for a return.

Pros and Cons of Trixie Bets

Trixie bets have been popular in horse racing for some time now, but are steadily making their way into the football betting landscape, and it isn’t difficult to see why.

First, it gives players multiple chances at turning a profit, instead of just one, like a regular accumulator. With doubles and a treble all in play, were they all to land, the profits of the bet would be massively increased.

Another factor that sets them apart from the regular acca bets, is that even if one leg doesn’t land the bet, in turn, the chance for a winner isn't over.

Players can still have a winning bet, even if one leg lets them down, a core advantage over normal multi-leg bets.

Also in the realm of cover wagers, the Trixie is comfortably the simplest to understand and keep track of, allowing punters to stay on top of their bet and the legs included.

Of course, because of all of the individual bets contained within a Trixie, bettors' stakes will be increased by x4.

This is a small price to pay when considering the improved profits and reprieve bettors can be given, making Trixie bets a decent option for anyone to explore.

Trixie Betting FAQs

Is a trixie bet worth it?

Sometimes. A Trixie bet allows for players to potentially see a much higher payout because there are four bets that can land. Also, it allows for winnings to be made even if not all three of the selections come it.

However, it does require an increased stake from the player and therefore may not always be worth it.

How do I place a Trixie bet?

Choose three selections, football teams, horses or anything else, and add them to the betslip. When here go to ‘Multiples’ and choose ‘Trixie’.

Input your stake, this will be quadrupled and then hit place bet.

Is a Trixie better than a Patent?

It depends on what players are looking for. A Trixie offers less of a comprehensive cover than a patent bet, this having seven selections spread across three selections.

However, the stake is of course more than that of a Trixie, with this being multiplied by seven instead of four. At the end of the day, it depends on how comprehensive players want their bet to be, as well as their staking ability.