Crapless Craps is the casino variant where 2, 3, and 12 no longer lose on the come-out roll. Instead they become points. The only way Pass Line loses is by rolling a 7 after a point is set. Crapsee is an online Crapless Craps simulator with cryptographically secure dice, both Table and Bubble-payout modes, and a dedicated Crapless Bubble Craps experience - included with the Enhanced tier.
What is Crapless Craps?
Crapless Craps (also called Never Ever Craps or Bonus Craps) is a variant of the standard casino craps game. The rule change is simple: on the come-out roll, the numbers 2, 3, and 12 no longer make the Pass Line lose. Instead they become points like any other number.
The practical effect: you cannot crap out. The only way a Pass Line bet loses in Crapless is by rolling a 7 after a point has been established. This makes the come-out roll feel friendlier and less abrupt - every number becomes either an instant win (7 or 11) or a new round that continues.
This sounds like a free lunch for the player, but it is not. To pay for the removed come-out losses, the casino widens the Pass Line house edge. A traditional Pass Line bet carries a 1.41% house edge. The Crapless Craps Pass Line sits at 5.38%. Most players enjoy the variant for the no-loss come-out experience and as a break from standard tables, but it should not replace a traditional table as a core-strategy game.
Crapless Craps rules
Rules are identical to traditional craps with one structural change: the come-out resolution. For the full rule book on shooter conduct, bet timing, and dice protocol that also applies here, see the complete craps rules reference. Here is the Crapless-specific rule set:
Come-out roll
- 7: Pass Line wins 1 to 1. New come-out.
- 11: Pass Line wins 1 to 1. New come-out.
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12: Any of these becomes the point. The ON puck flips and the round continues.
Compare to traditional craps: 2, 3, and 12 would lose immediately here. In Crapless, they become points instead.
Point round
The shooter rolls until either the point is rolled again (Pass Line wins at 1 to 1) or a 7 is rolled (Pass Line loses, dice pass to next shooter). All 9 possible points work the same structurally - the difference is the probability of making each point, which drives different odds payouts (see below).
Don't Pass is not available
Most real Crapless Craps layouts remove the Don't Pass bar entirely. Betting against the shooter would give the player too large an edge in the Crapless rule set since wrong-way bettors would effectively never lose on the come-out. Crapsee follows this convention - Don't Pass and Don't Come are unavailable on Crapless tables.
Crapless Craps odds and house edge
Crapless Craps changes the math significantly from standard craps. Here is the complete odds breakdown:
| Bet | House edge | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Pass Line (no odds) | 5.38% | Worse than traditional craps Pass Line (1.41%) |
| Pass Line + Max Odds 3x/4x/5x | ~2.0% | Better but still worse than traditional |
| Pass Line + Max Odds 10x | ~1.0% | Best Crapless configuration |
| Place 6 / Place 8 | 1.52% | Same as traditional - best non-line bet |
| Place 5 / Place 9 | 4.00% | Same as traditional |
| Place 4 / Place 10 | 6.67% | Same as traditional - avoid |
| Place 2 / Place 12 | ~7.14% | Crapless-only bet, weak |
| Place 3 / Place 11 | ~6.25% | Crapless-only bet, weak |
| Field | 5.56% | Same as traditional |
| Any Seven | 16.67% | Worst bet on any craps table |
Key math insight: the Pass Line edge jumps from 1.41% to 5.38% because you gain 2, 3, and 12 as points - but those are the lowest-probability points to make. A point of 2 or 12 is a single dice combination (6 to 1 against making it). Adding them as points while keeping the same 1-to-1 Pass Line payout is where the extra house edge comes from.
Odds bets become more important in Crapless than in traditional craps. Laying max odds behind the Pass Line drops the combined house edge sharply because odds bets pay true odds (0% house edge), and Crapless has more long-shot points available. At a 10x-odds Crapless table, combined house edge lands near 1.0% - comparable to a Place 6/8 bet at a traditional table.
For broader context on craps odds, see the full craps odds and payouts guide.
Crapless Craps payouts
Crapless payouts on odds bets scale with the true probability of each point. The four "new" points added by Crapless (2, 3, 11, 12) pay substantially more than the traditional 4-through-10 points because they are harder to roll.
Pass Line odds payouts by point
| Point | Ways to make | True odds | Odds bet payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 way (1-1) | 6 to 1 | 6 to 1 |
| 3 | 2 ways (1-2, 2-1) | 3 to 1 | 3 to 1 |
| 4 | 3 ways | 2 to 1 | 2 to 1 |
| 5 | 4 ways | 3 to 2 | 3 to 2 |
| 6 | 5 ways | 6 to 5 | 6 to 5 |
| 8 | 5 ways | 6 to 5 | 6 to 5 |
| 9 | 4 ways | 3 to 2 | 3 to 2 |
| 10 | 3 ways | 2 to 1 | 2 to 1 |
| 11 | 2 ways (5-6, 6-5) | 3 to 1 | 3 to 1 |
| 12 | 1 way (6-6) | 6 to 1 | 6 to 1 |
Pass Line itself always pays 1 to 1 when the point is made, regardless of which number the point is. The variance comes entirely from the odds-bet layer.
Place bet payouts (Crapless-specific)
- Place 2: 11 to 2 (approx 5.5 to 1)
- Place 3: 11 to 4 (approx 2.75 to 1)
- Place 11: 11 to 4 (approx 2.75 to 1)
- Place 12: 11 to 2 (approx 5.5 to 1)
- Place 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10: same as traditional craps (9:5, 7:5, 7:6, 7:6, 7:5, 9:5)
Crapless Craps table and layout
A Crapless Craps table looks nearly identical to a standard craps table with three noticeable differences:
- Don't Pass bar is removed or greyed out. Wrong-way betting is not offered on Crapless.
- Extra place number boxes for 2, 3, 11, 12. Some layouts add explicit placement boxes for these, often labeled with their Crapless-specific payouts.
- "Crapless" or "Never Ever Craps" branding is typically printed on the felt so players know which variant they are at.
All other features match a standard craps layout: Pass Line curved along the outer edge, Come box, Field, central proposition area, and six place number boxes for 4 through 10. See the standard craps table layout guide for a labeled breakdown of every section.
On electronic Crapless Bubble Craps machines, the layout is rendered on a touchscreen with the same structural differences. The touchscreen displays a clear "CRAPLESS" banner so you never start a round thinking you are at a regular table.
Crapless Bubble Craps
Crapless Bubble Craps is the Crapless variant running on an electronic bubble craps machine. This is probably the most common way Crapless Craps is offered in modern US casinos - many regional casinos have electronic stadium setups where you can toggle between traditional Bubble Craps and Crapless Bubble Craps.
How Crapless Bubble Craps works
Mechanically identical to table Crapless. Dice are rolled inside the machine's bubble dome, 2/3/12 become points on the come-out, and the only losing roll is a 7 after the point is set. Players select Crapless mode on the touchscreen before placing their first bet.
Payout differences from table Crapless
Like standard Bubble Craps, Crapless Bubble reduces some payouts to cover the machine operating cost. Expect:
- Place 6 and Place 8: Often 6 for 5 instead of 7 to 6 (same shift as standard Bubble)
- Field 12: Often 2 to 1 instead of 3 to 1
- Odds bets on 2, 3, 11, 12 points: Sometimes slightly reduced from table Crapless (e.g. 5.5 to 1 instead of 6 to 1 on point-of-2 odds)
- Pass Line, Don't Pass (if offered), Come: Identical to table Crapless
Why play Crapless Bubble Craps
Low minimums ($1 common vs $5-$25 for live Crapless), faster pace (30-60 seconds per round), no etiquette required, and the never-crap-out come-out experience. Ideal for beginners who want variety without the pressure of a live dealer. The combined effect of Crapless rules and Bubble Craps format is a forgiving, continuous game - closer to slot machine pacing with real decision making.
Play Crapless Bubble Craps on Crapsee
Crapsee supports both Table-payout and Bubble-payout versions of Crapless. The Bubble version uses industry-standard bubble reductions so practice translates directly to a live machine. Both versions are part of the Enhanced and Premium tiers.
Crapless Craps vs regular craps
| Aspect | Crapless Craps | Regular craps |
|---|---|---|
| Come-out 2, 3, 12 | Become points | Pass Line loses |
| Come-out 7 | Pass Line wins | Pass Line wins |
| Come-out 11 | Pass Line wins | Pass Line wins |
| Pass Line house edge | 5.38% | 1.41% |
| Don't Pass available | No | Yes |
| Number of possible points | 9 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) | 6 (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10) |
| Odds bets | Available, more important due to higher base edge | Available, reduce edge to near zero |
| Casino availability | Less common, mainly on bubble machines and select tables | Every casino |
| Best for | Beginners and variety seekers | Core-strategy play and lowest expected loss |
The choice is personal. If you optimize for expected value over many sessions, traditional craps wins every time. If you want a more forgiving come-out experience and the novelty of 2, 3, 11, 12 as points, Crapless Craps delivers. Many players enjoy both.
Play Crapless Craps on Crapsee
Crapless Craps on Crapsee is included with the Enhanced and Premium tiers. Both Table-payout and Bubble-payout versions are supported. The free tier includes traditional craps and standard Bubble Craps.
Features when you unlock Crapless:
- Table Crapless with full casino payouts
- Crapless Bubble Craps with industry-standard reduced payouts
- Cryptographically secure dice - every roll independently verifiable
- Unlimited custom tables for private practice sessions
- Full bet tracking and stats - measure your session performance over time
- Persistent state across devices - sign in once, play anywhere
See plans to unlock Crapless Craps
Not ready to upgrade? Try the free traditional craps table first to see the engine and dice quality. The Crapless experience uses the same underlying simulator with the rule changes described above. You can also read the dedicated crapless craps simulator guide for step-by-step practice instructions. Want to play on mobile? See the best craps apps for a comparison of what is available across platforms.
Frequently asked questions
What is Crapless Craps?
A variant of traditional craps where 2, 3, and 12 become points on the come-out roll instead of losing. The only way Pass Line loses is by rolling a 7 after a point is set. Also called Never Ever Craps or Bonus Craps.
How do you play Crapless Craps?
Identical to regular craps except on the come-out. Place a Pass Line bet. Any roll except 7 becomes a point - including 2, 3, 11, and 12. Shooter needs to roll the point again before a 7 to win.
What is the house edge on Crapless Craps?
Pass Line house edge is 5.38% in Crapless vs 1.41% in traditional craps. The trade-off for never losing on the come-out. Taking max odds reduces the combined edge toward ~1% depending on the odds multiplier offered.
What are Crapless Craps payouts?
Pass Line pays 1 to 1. Odds bets pay true odds: 6 to 1 on points of 2 and 12, 3 to 1 on 3 and 11, 2 to 1 on 4 and 10, 3 to 2 on 5 and 9, 6 to 5 on 6 and 8. Place bets on 2/3/11/12 have their own schedule.
What does a Crapless Craps table look like?
Nearly identical to a standard craps layout but the Don't Pass bar is removed (wrong-way betting gives the player too much edge in Crapless), and some layouts add explicit 2/3/11/12 place boxes. See the standard craps table layout for the base layout.
What is Crapless Bubble Craps?
The Crapless variant running on an electronic bubble craps machine. Rules identical to table Crapless; payouts slightly reduced to cover machine operating cost. Common in modern US casinos with stadium-style electronic craps.
Where can I find Crapless Craps in a casino?
Live Crapless tables are rare - Stratosphere, the D, Sam's Town in Las Vegas have offered it. More commonly, Crapless is available as a selectable mode on electronic bubble craps machines in regional casinos. Availability changes - call ahead.
Can I play Crapless Craps for free on Crapsee?
No. Crapless Craps on Crapsee is part of the paid Enhanced and Premium tiers, not the free tier. Traditional craps and standard Bubble Craps ARE free on Crapsee with no signup. Upgrade to Enhanced to unlock Crapless Craps and Crapless Bubble Craps.
Crapless Craps vs regular craps - which is better?
Regular craps is mathematically better for long-session expected value (1.41% vs 5.38% Pass Line house edge). Crapless is more forgiving for beginners and adds variety. Most players learn traditional first then try Crapless.
Is Crapsee a real Crapless Craps simulator?
Yes. Cryptographic dice, accurate Crapless rules and payouts, both Table and Bubble variants, Enhanced-tier. Practice on Crapsee translates directly to a real Crapless table or bubble machine.
Can I place odds bets in Crapless Craps?
Yes. Odds bets behind the Pass Line work the same way but pay at different ratios reflecting the true probability of each point (6 to 1 on 2 and 12, 3 to 1 on 3 and 11). Max odds are especially valuable in Crapless due to the higher base house edge.