If you bet with international brokers or on Asian bookmakers (such as SBOBET, MAXBET, or Pinnacle), you will inevitably encounter odds formats that look confusing to the average European or American bettor. What does 0.85 Malay mean? How does -1.05 Indo compare to a standard Decimal line?
Don’t guess and risk your bankroll. Our Asian Odds Converter is an omni-directional tool designed to bridge the gap between East and West. It instantly converts Hong Kong (HK), Malaysian (Malay), and Indonesian (Indo) odds into familiar Decimal or American formats, helping you spot value across global markets.
Asian Odds Converter
HK / Malay / IndoHow to Use the Calculator
Unlike standard converters that require you to select a “From” and “To” format, this tool is dynamic. You can type into any field, and all others will update automatically.
- Enter Your Known Odds: If you see a line listed as 0.90 on a Hong Kong site, simply type “0.90” into the Hong Kong box.
- Read the Conversion: The tool will instantly show you that 0.90 HK equals 1.90 Decimal and -111 American.
- Check Implied Probability: Look at the probability bar to understand the theoretical chance of winning required to break even at these odds.
Understanding Asian Formats
Asian odds are popular because they are often used in “Asian Handicap” betting, which offers lower margins. Here is how they work compared to the standard.
1. Hong Kong (HK) Odds
This is the simplest format. It represents Profit per Unit. It is exactly the same as Decimal odds, minus 1.
- Example: Decimal 1.95 = HK 0.95.
- Math: If you bet $100 at 0.95, you make $95 profit.
2. Indonesian (Indo) Odds
These are very similar to American odds, but divided by 100.
- Positive (+): Represents profit per 1.0 unit stake (Underdog).
- Negative (-): Represents how much you must risk to win 1.0 unit (Favorite).
- Example: American -120 = Indo -1.20.
3. Malaysian (Malay) Odds
This is the most confusing format for beginners because it inverts the concept of positive and negative compared to American/Indo odds.
- Positive (0 to 1.0): This represents the Favorite (or odds less than 2.00 Decimal). It shows how much you win per unit.
- Negative (-0 to -1.0): This represents the Underdog (or odds greater than 2.00 Decimal). It shows how much you must risk to win 1.0 unit.
- Example: A strong favorite (1.50 Decimal) is 0.50 Malay. A big underdog (4.00 Decimal) is -0.33 Malay.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why are Malaysian odds negative for underdogs?
Malay odds focus on the “Stake Risk.” A negative Malay odd (e.g., -0.50) means you are betting on a high-payout outcome. The number tells you that to win 1 unit, you only need to risk 0.50 units. It is effectively the inverse of the American format for underdogs.
Which odds format offers the best payouts?
The format itself doesn’t change the payout; 1.95 Decimal pays the exact same amount as 0.95 HK. However, bookmakers that use HK/Malay odds (like Pinnacle or Asian exchanges) typically offer significantly higher payouts (lower margins) than bookmakers using standard Fractional odds.
How do I convert HK odds to Decimal?
It is very simple: Decimal = HK + 1. If the HK odds are 0.85, the Decimal odds are 1.85.