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Acca Insurance Calculator 2026

Calculate if accumulator insurance is worth the cost based on expected value

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Developed by Evgeniy Volkov

Insurance Settings

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Accumulator Legs (4)

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2
3
4

Quick Examples

Insurance Analysis

Total Odds

13.5

Potential Win

$135

All Legs Win7.15%
One Leg Loses 27.58%
Insurance is Worth It
EV Without Insurance $-0.35
EV With Insurance+$1.41
Break-even Insurance 29.7%

Maximum insurance cost before it becomes -EV

Current: 10%Break-even: 29.7%

Insurance Value Formulas

The mathematics behind acca insurance valuation

EV Without Insurance

EV = (P × Win) - Stake

If 10% chance to win $100: (0.10 × $100) - $10 = $0

EV With Insurance

EV = P_all × Win + P_one × Stake - Cost

Adds value from refund when exactly one leg loses

Break-even Cost

BE = (P_one × Stake) ÷ Win × 100

Maximum % to pay before insurance becomes -EV

One Leg Lose Probability

P_one = Σ(P_i × Π(P_j))

Sum of probabilities where exactly one leg fails

Understanding Acca Insurance

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What is Acca Insurance?

A bookmaker promotion that refunds your stake (usually as a free bet) if exactly one leg of your accumulator loses. Reduces the all-or-nothing risk.

5-leg acca, 4 win, 1 loses → stake refunded
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When is it Worth It?

Insurance adds value when the cost is less than the expected refund. More legs and higher odds increase insurance value.

4-6 legs at 1.50-2.50 odds = best value
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Insurance Cost

Usually 5-15% of potential winnings. Compare to break-even to see if it's worth taking.

10% cost on $500 win = $50 charge
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Refund Terms

Most refunds are free bets with restrictions. True value is typically 70-80% of free bet amount.

$10 free bet ≈ $7-8 true value

Insurance Value by Leg Count

How insurance value changes with accumulator size

LegsOne Lose ProbBreak-evenVerdict
3~25%~3%Low value
4~35%~5%Moderate
5~40%~8%Good value
6~42%~10%Best value
7+~40%~9%Decreasing

Pro Tips

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Optimal Leg Count

Insurance value peaks at 4-6 legs. Fewer legs means low refund probability. More legs means higher chance of losing 2+ selections.

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Check Free Bet Terms

Most refunds are free bets worth 70-80% of face value. Factor this into your calculations for accurate EV.

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Compare Bookmakers

Some bookmakers offer free insurance on 5+ legs. Shop around - free insurance is always +EV.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Accumulator insurance is a promotion offered by bookmakers that refunds your stake (usually as a free bet) if exactly one leg of your accumulator loses. This reduces the all-or-nothing risk of accumulators.
It depends on the cost and terms. Use this calculator to compare the expected value with and without insurance. Generally, insurance is more valuable for accumulators with 4-6 legs at moderate odds.
The break-even insurance cost is the maximum percentage you should pay for insurance before it becomes -EV. If the offered insurance costs less than this, it's mathematically worth taking.
The value depends on: number of legs (more legs = more value), the odds of each leg (higher odds = more variance = more value), and the insurance cost (lower = better value).
Most major bookmakers offer some form of accumulator insurance or acca boost. Terms vary significantly - some offer free insurance for 5+ legs, others charge a percentage of winnings.
Usually no - refunds are typically free bets with wagering requirements. The true value is about 70-80% of the free bet amount due to restrictions.
Insurance value peaks at 4-6 legs. With fewer legs, the single-leg-loss probability is too low. With more legs, you're more likely to lose 2+ legs and get nothing.

About Our Acca Insurance Calculator

Our professional acca insurance calculator helps you determine if accumulator insurance is worth the cost. By comparing expected value with and without insurance protection, you can make mathematically informed decisions about your parlay bets.

Accumulator insurance refunds your stake if exactly one leg loses, reducing the all-or-nothing risk. But is it worth the extra cost? This calculator shows you the break-even point and whether insurance adds or subtracts from your expected value.

Enter your accumulator legs with odds and win probabilities to see the true value of insurance. The calculator analyzes all scenarios to give you a clear recommendation based on mathematical expected value. Updated for 2026 with the latest insurance offerings.

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Evgeniy Volkov

Evgeny Volkov

Verified Expert
Math & Software Engineer, iGaming Expert

Over 10 years developing software for the gaming industry. Advanced degree in Mathematics. Specializing in probability analysis, RNG algorithms, and mathematical gambling models.

Experience10+
SpecializationiGaming
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