8 Most Successful Roulette Strategies That Work

Gaming and betting have been the most common games of human life. From dueling in the old Colosseums and racing horses in the ancient kingdoms to modern games like roulette, human beings have been wagering money and winning or losing according to destiny.

Roulette, in particular, has been a roaring success for centuries, and it's hard to imagine an online or offline casino that doesn't offer it. But while most people assume roulette is purely a matter of blind luck, the truth is that there are certain techniques — including a good online roulette strategy — which you can use to improve your chances of winning.

We are not talking about cheating, but applying methods that are statistically proven to be very effective. Therefore, if you enjoy playing roulette and already know the basics of how to play, and now you would like to improve your chances of winning, here are 8 methods that can assist you when the small ball rolls onto that colorful whirling wheel:

1. Fibonacci Strategy

The first on our list is the Fibonacci strategy, and it's perhaps one of the safest roulette strategies out there. It's typically used by conservative players and adheres to the popular Fibonacci number sequence. You've likely heard of it — each number in the sequence is the same as the previous two numbers: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, etc.

So how do you exploit it? The trick is to only play even-money bets. These have a mathematical probability of 50% to win with each spin. When you win your initial round, you just go to the next number in the series. Start out with the minimum bet, which varies from casino to casino, and increase the bet as you win. If you lose, start back at the first number in the series. That's it.

2. D'Alembert Strategy

Here's the D'Alembert strategy, the most appropriate strategy for players that don't mind not risking a doubling of bets. The risk of losing high amounts is very low in this strategy, making it safer compared to some other strategies.

It's simple: rather than doubling your bet when you lose, you increase it one unit. When you win, decrease it one unit. The other aspect of a successful bet is knowing when to quit. If your losses are piling up, you're likely sending your winnings back to the house. It's always best to quit while ahead — even a small profit is a profit.

3. Martingale Strategy

The third strategy is the Martingale. It’s based on the idea that you’re bound to win eventually. Since roulette has roughly 50/50 odds on even-money bets, the assumption is that a win will come sooner or later.

Every time you lose, you double up your bet. When you win, you offset your losses and win a bit more. Even after losing a streak of times, one win will put you back in the even column or even ahead. 

The trick? This works with a big bankroll and self-discipline. That's why it's always best to start at the minimum and then increase it slowly. It's dangerous — but it will work for some.

4. Grand Martingale Strategy

Finally, there's the Grand Martingale strategy, a higher-risk version of the first strategy. The difference here is, if you suffer a loss, you don't only double the amount you stake but also put the original bet amount on top.

When you win, the payoff is much bigger. But this technique is even riskier and requires a bigger budget — especially during losing streaks. But if you can spare it, and you don't mind taking a risk, this can potentially yield high payouts — just be wary of the heavy risks.

5. Reverse Martingale Strategy

And then we have the Reverse Martingale strategy — and just like it implies, it does the complete opposite of the initial system. You bet higher after winning, not after losing. This minimizes losses but allows you to capitalize on streaks of wins.

The downside is that it is banking on those streaks to really cash out. It's made for players who go hot at the roulette table. It won't be a wise choice for everyone, but it's worked well for others.

6. All-In Strategy

Our sixth is the All-In strategy. It's named that way, so you know it's not really a strategy and more of a wild gamble. You place your entire bankroll on a single number or bet and pray. Win — good, do it again. Lose, try again another time. Simple as that.

7. James Bond Strategy

After this is the James Bond method, so called because of everyone's favorite MI6 operative. This is a tactic for short play, not a marathon at the roulette wheel.

Here's how it works: on every spin, you bet a total of $200. On 19–36, you bet $140; on 13–18, you bet $50; and you bet $10 on the green zero.

This approach is supposed to be successful 2 out of 3 times. If you do happen to encounter a losing round, though, you might find yourself in the table's top betting limit all too soon. That's why this is a bad strategy for extended gameplay.

8. Flat Betting Strategy

Finally, we have the Flat Betting strategy — great for those simply wanting to play for fun. Don't employ this if you want to win lots of money.

It's as simple as it gets: you always bet the same, whether you lose or win. You can bet whatever you'd like and raise it if you want to go chasing losses, but otherwise just play with your value of choice and enjoy.

Conclusion

Keep in mind that these are strategies — i.e., they offer a thought-out, organized approach to playing. They do not guarantee you will win every time, but generally, they can enhance your possibilities and enable you to play wiser with your cash.

Most importantly, keep in mind that roulette is fun. The money is second. Never risk more than you can spare to lose — losing is always part of the game. Using the strategies mentioned above, some knowledge, and funds, you'll be ready for a spin on the roulette wheel. Use them the next time you find yourself at a casino — and I hope they do you justice.