Heinz bets are a common type of ‘multiple bet’. But why are they such a popular choice? Here’s everything to know about Heinz betting explained in simple terms.
A Heinz bet is a multiple bet that covers a range of possible outcomes. But how many bets are in a Heinz – and how do they work? Reading on, we’ll explain Heinz betting in simple terms, letting you understand how to get the most out of this bet type.
Heinz betting explained
A Heinz bet is a type of multiple bet; meaning that several outcomes are covered in one package on your payslip. The more correct predictions you place, the higher your returns. Multiple bets are a popular choice because you can still earn even if some of your bets don’t win.
How many bets are in a Heinz bet?
A Heinz consists of 57 wagers across six different selections. The 57 bets included in a Heinz are:
15 doubles
20 trebles
15 four-fold accumulators
6 five-fold accumulators
1 six-fold accumulator
The number of picks (often horses) in a Heinz bet can’t be changed, but you can place other multiple bets such as a Super Heinz bet if you’re looking for a different number of selections. Or, you can read our guide to accumulator bets for details on how your four-fold, five-fold and six-fold accas can pay out.
How does a Heinz bet work?
A Heinz bet first requires you to make your six selections. These bets are most commonly made when betting on horse racing, so six selections simply means picking six different horses.
For example, let’s say your selections are:
Horse A to win the 12:30
Horse B to win the 13:10
Horse C to win the 13:50
Horse D to win the 14:30
Horse E to win the 15:10
Horse F to win the 16:00
A bet will then be placed on all possible doubles, trebles, four-folds, five-folds and six-folds among your selections.
Unlike a standard accumulator bet, which requires all of your selections to win, a Heinz adds a form of insurance in that just two of the six need to come in for a return. That return is unlikely to cover your initial stake, but should several of your horses win, then the return can be very high.
How much does a Heinz bet cost?
It is important to understand that the 57 bets within a Heinz are treated separately, so you are essentially placing 57 bets at once. This means that your stake will be multiplied by 57.
So, if you place a £1 win-only Heinz, then it would cost you £57.
Can I place an each-way Heinz bet?
Yes, you can place an each-way Heinz bet. It is important to note, though, that a Heinz each-way bet consists of 114 bets instead of 57. This is because you are backing each selection to win and each selection to place.
A £1 each-way Heinz would therefore cost £114. To place an each-way Heinz, simply tick the E/W box next to each of your selections in your betslip.
What are the advantages of a Heinz bet?
With so many bets included in one package, a Heinz bet can seem intimidating at first. They come at higher costs than lower bets, but in the event of a win, the returns can be significant! Another upside of Heinz betting is that you don’t need all six of your picks to win to secure a payout.
This means that if one or more of your horses, for example, doesn’t place in their race, you can still earn some of your original stake back if other bets you placed were correct.
How do I calculate a Heinz bet?
With so many different bets on several different selections, it can be hard to know exactly what returns you are in line for when placing a Heinz! With this in mind, it’s always recommended that you use an online betting calculator to work out your potential returns.
You should also make sure you understand how your odds are being presented before putting your stake down for a Heinz bet. To help you out, get to grips with how to read different odds, and explore our glossary of betting terms for even more information.
What is the difference between a Heinz and a Super 63?
A Super 63 is another type of multiple bet formed of six selections. The difference between a Heinz and Super 63 is that the latter also includes six singles on top of the double, trebles, four-folds, five-folds and six-folds. This equates to a total of 63 bets vs the 57 included in a Heinz.
What are the other forms of a multiple bet?
A Heinz is a form of a multiple bet, which allows punters to group several bets into one and stand the chance of winning big. Alongside Super 63s, other popular types of multiple bets include Super Heinz, Lucky 15, Trixie, Patent, and Yankees.
How to place a Heinz bet
Placing a Heinz bet with Betway is easy. Simply head to the Betway sportsbook and pick out your six selections. Once those selections are in your betslip, simply scroll down to the Heinz option and enter your stake. You’ll be able to see your potential earnings before you pay. Then, once you’re happy, confirm your bet and wait to see the results of your chosen races.
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