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Craps hop bets: one exact roll, one roll only

A hop bet picks an exact dice combination for the next roll, such as 4-2. An easy hop has two ways to land and usually pays 15 to 1. A hard hop, a pair, has one way and pays 30 to 1.

Reviewed Oct 14, 2026

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Hop type	Ways out of 36	Usual pay	True odds	House edge
Easy hop (4-2)	2	15 to 1	17 to 1	11.11%
Hard hop (3-3)	1	30 to 1	35 to 1	13.89%

Key numbers

Hop bets in four numbers

1 rollHow long it lastsWin or lose next roll

15 to 1Easy hop payTwo ways to roll it

30 to 1Hard hop payOne way to roll it

11.11%Easy hop edgeAmong the costlier bets

In short

Key takeaways

A hop bet is called out to the stickman; it is not printed on most layouts.
An easy hop lands one roll in 18 and is paid 15 to 1.
A pair is rarer, one roll in 36, which is why its pay doubles to 30 to 1.
The pass line with odds costs a small share of what hops cost.

Cheat sheet

Hop bets you can call

Glance the pips — compare in one second.

1Hop 4-2
Easy hop: 4-2 or 2-4, pays 15 to 1
2Hop 3-3
Hard hop: only 3-3, pays 30 to 1
3Hop 6-1
Easy hop on a 7
4Hop 5-5
Hard hop on a 10
5Any other roll
The hop loses

Cost of a $5 hop on every roll for an hour

Bet	Rolls	Action	Expected loss
Easy hop	100	$500	About $56
Hard hop	100	$500	About $69
Pass line $5	About 30 decisions	$150	About $2

Rough figures at 100 rolls an hour.

How hop bets are placed

You toss chips to the center and call the bet, such as "Hop the 5-1, five dollars". The stickman repeats it and places the chips.

Because hops are not on the felt, the dealer may confirm the bet before the dice are thrown.

Sequence

Making a hop bet

Step 01
Pick the dice
Choose two numbers, like 5 and 1.
Step 02
Toss chips to the center
Before the dice are out.
Step 03
Call it out
"Hop the 5-1."
Step 04
Wait one roll
It wins only on that exact result.

Hopping the hardways

Hopping 4-4 pays 30 to 1 on the next roll only. The hard 8 bet pays 9 to 1 but stays up until an 8 or 7 rolls.

The hop is faster and more expensive per roll. The hard way lasts longer but has its own high edge.

Some tables pay better

A few casinos pay 16 to 1 on easy hops and 32 to 1 on hard hops, cutting the edges to 5.56% and 8.33%. Ask before betting.

Online craps may list hops in the proposition area with the pays shown.

Floor rules

Hop terms

Know before you sit

Hop: A one-roll bet on an exact dice result.
Easy hop: A combination of two different numbers, two ways to roll.
Hard hop: A pair, one way to roll.
Hopping: Calling a hop bet out loud.

Comparing hops with place bets

A $5 hop on 3-3 for one roll costs about 69 cents on average. A $6 place bet on the 6 costs about 9 cents per decision, and a decision takes several rolls.

The hop pays big when it hits, but per roll it is one of the most expensive bets on the table. Most regular players use hops only now and then.

Hops in craps lingo

Dealers use nicknames for hops. Hop 1-1 is snake eyes, 6-6 is boxcars or midnight, 5-6 is yo, and 1-2 is ace-deuce.

Using the name or the numbers both work. The stickman will repeat the bet to confirm it.

Common mistakes

Thinking a hop is a hardway: A hard 6 bet lasts until a 6 or 7. A hop on 3-3 is settled on the next roll only.
Betting hops every roll: At 100 rolls an hour, even small hops add up to a large expected loss.
Calling too late: A hop called after the dice are out may not be booked. Call early.
Not checking the pay: Some tables pay 16 and 32 to 1. Others pay less. Ask the dealer.

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01Basics

What is a hop bet in craps?

A one-roll bet that the next roll shows an exact pair of numbers, such as 4-2 or 5-5. You call it out to the stickman.

What does an easy hop pay?

Usually 15 to 1. It can land two ways, such as 4-2 or 2-4, so the true odds are 17 to 1.

What does a hard hop pay?

Usually 30 to 1. A pair like 3-3 lands only one way out of 36. The true odds are 35 to 1, so the pay is short by five units.

02Odds

What is the house edge on hop bets?

About 11.11% on easy hops and 13.89% on hard hops at the standard pays. Better-paying tables cut those figures.

Is a hop bet better than any seven?

Yes. Any seven carries an edge near 16.67%, higher than either hop. Both are still expensive one-roll bets.

Can I hop a 7?

Yes. You can hop 6-1, 5-2 or 4-3 as easy hops, or bet all three at once. Betting all three is close to the any seven bet.

03At the table

Why are hops not on the layout?

Tables leave them off to save space. Dealers know them and book them by voice. Ask if you are unsure.

Are hops working on the come-out?

Yes. One-roll bets work on every roll unless you call them off. Most players treat them as quick side bets.

Can I bet hops online?

Many online and live craps games list them among proposition bets. Pays are shown in the game.

Sources

Wizard of Odds — Craps Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry) · accessed Oct 14, 2026Rules, odds and house edge
Wizard of Odds — Craps appendix 1 Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry) · accessed Oct 14, 2026Rules, odds and house edge
Nevada Gaming Control Board · accessed Oct 14, 2026Approved games and gaming revenue reports
National Council on Problem Gambling — Help and resources Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry) · accessed Oct 14, 2026Free, confidential help: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER