Best New York Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Discover the top New York scratch-off tickets with daily data updates on odds, remaining prizes, and ROI. Whether you're hunting for the best New York lottery scratchers or checking New York instant win games and remaining prizes, we've got you covered with automated updates straight from official sources.
Best Value
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
VIP MILLIONS
300X THE MONEY
Best Odds
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
VIP MILLIONS
300X THE MONEY
Top Prizes Claimed
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
VIP MILLIONS
300X THE MONEY
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
$20
VIP MILLIONS
$30
300X THE MONEY
$30
X SERIES: 200X
$30
$10,000,000 BONUS
$30
$10,000,000 DELUXE
$30
ULTIMATE CASH
$30
JACKPOT FORTUNE
$30
$10,000,000 CASH
$30
XTREME MONEY
$20
BONUS 100X
$20
MYSTERY MULTIPLIER
$20
200Xtra
$20
$10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE
$20
$10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE
$20
WIN FOR LIFE
$2
$5,000,000 BLITZ
$20
LUCKY LINES
$3
$2,000,000 CASHWORD
$20
$5,000 HOLIDAY FRENZY/$5,000 GOLD
$10
BONUS BUCKS
$10
$5,000,000 CASH ROYALE
$20
MILLIONAIRE MAKER
$20
100Xtra
$10
MULTIPLIER CRAZE
$10
XTREME CASH
$10
BONUS 50X
$10
UNLOCK IT!
$3
WIN $60,000
$3
$3,000,000 GRANDE
$10
$500 HOLIDAY BONUS
$5
SET FOR LIFE
$10
SET FOR LIFE
$10
WIN FOR LIFE
$2
$500,000 YEAR OF THE HORSE
$5
$3,000,000 BONUS STARS
$10
$3,000,000 MAX
$10
$1,000,000 GRANDE
$5
MONEY MATCH
$10
$500,000 BLAST
$5
$3,000,000 CA$H
$10
CASHWORD EXTRA!
$3
XTREME WINNINGS
$5
BONUS 20X
$5
30Xtra CASHWORD
$3
BIG MONEY X20
$5
LUCKY 13
$5
MULTIPLY YOUR NUMBERS
$3
BONUS 15X CASHWORD
$3
50Xtra
$5
WILD CASH MULTIPLIER
$5
LUCKY CASH
$5
RUBY RED 7S
$5
$500,000 MATCH TO WIN
$5
SHOW ME $500
$10
INSTANT $500
$10
DOUBLE WIN
$5
25X THE GOLD
$5
$1,000,000 MUST LOVE DOGS
$5
BINGO TIMES 20
$5
BINGO MULTIPLIER
$5
WINNING STREAK 25X
$5
$1,000,000 CASHWORD BONUS
$10
$1,000,000 BONUS CASHWORD
$10
MATCH FOR CASH
$3
WIN $250
$5
MORE MONEY
$5
NEW YORK MILLIONAIRE
$5
$1,000,000 GOLD
$5
CASINO NIGHTS
$5
$100s FOR THE HOLIDAYS
$2
7-11-21 TRIPLER
$1
PLUS THE MONEY
$5
MONEY RUSH
$5
ALL CASH
$20
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
LOOSE CHANGE
$1
LOOSE CHANGE
$1
5 TIMES LUCKY
$1
XTREME BUCKS
$2
BONUS 10X
$2
20Xtra
$2
BONUS 5X
$1
BLACKJACK DOUBLER
$2
$25,000 EXTRA CA$H
$2
10Xtra
$1
CASH DROP
$2
IT TAKES 2
$2
DOUBLE DEUCES
$2
3-2-WON!
$1
BONUS BLACKJACK
$2
TRIPLE 7-11-21
$2
9S IN A LINE DOUBLER
$1
LUCKY 7S
$1
LUCKY 7'S
$1
TRIPLE MATCH
$1
CASHWORD
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
DOUBLE TRIPLE CASHWORD
$5
$100, $200 0R $500
$30
$100, $200 OR $500!
$30
WIN $100 OR $200
$20
WIN EITHER $100 OR $200!
$20
$50 OR $100
$10Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier
Our analysis found that some New York scratch-off tickets can be beaten by buying a combination of cheaper tickets with higher total expected value. Here's a breakdown by price tier.
| Price Tier | Games Improved | Avg EV Improvement | Best Combo Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | 17 of 17 games (100.0%) | +73.1% | 2x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $3 | 8 of 8 games (100.0%) | +52.7% | 3x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $5 | 27 of 27 games (100.0%) | +53.0% | 5x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $10 | 18 of 18 games (100.0%) | +51.5% | 10x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $20 | 14 of 14 games (100.0%) | +36.6% | 20x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $30 | 10 of 10 games (100.0%) | +32.3% | 30x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
Expected value improvement is calculated from current remaining prizes. Combo strategies use the best-performing game at each cheaper price tier.
How We Calculate Value & ROI
We use real-time remaining prizes data to figure out the Return on Investment (ROI) for every active scratchers game.
Expected Value (EV) = total dollar amount you can expect to win back per ticket, based on:
- Every remaining prize tier
- Current probability of hitting each prize (remaining count ÷ estimated tickets left)
ROI = (EV − ticket price) ÷ ticket price × 100%
- Positive ROI (e.g., +12%) → the scratchers game is currently profitable on average
- Negative ROI → expected loss per dollar spent (most games fall here)
This situation changes frequently as players claim prizes and the New York Lottery updates official data. We recommend checking back regularly, as new games and updated prize data can create fresh opportunities.
Odds vs ROI – What Actually Matters?
Odds tell you the chance of winning any prize on a single lottery ticket. For example, 1 in 4 odds means you have about a 25% chance of winning something (any amount) on average. It's based on the total prizes and tickets printed by the New York Lottery, and it doesn't change much as prizes are claimed.
ROI (Return on Investment) measures how much money you can expect to get back per dollar spent on scratchers, after accounting for the current remaining prizes and their values. It's basically expected value minus ticket price.
In short:
- Odds = probability of winning something
- ROI = actual money value of the game based on what's left to win
Smart Tips for Playing New York Scratchers
- Focus on New York scratchers with the highest ROI and expected value to maximize your wins.
- Check Best Value and Best Odds tabs above for the current top performers.
- New releases (see Newest tab) start with all prizes intact and typically give you the best chance of winning a big prize.
- Games approaching their end date can sometimes offer interesting opportunities if significant prizes remain unclaimed (see Ending Soon tab when available).
- Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — their ROI drops significantly.
- Check back often — ticket data changes daily!
- Never play more than you can afford to lose. Even with our data, it is still a game of chance.
Current New York Scratch-Off Insights
There are currently 108 games with all top prizes claimed.
47 games are approaching their end dates.
Why play new releases? Recently launched games start with all prizes intact and often give you the best mathematical edge.
When top prizes are gone, the expected value of remaining tickets drops — focus instead on games still showing strong ROI in the table above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best scratch-off tickets to buy in New York?
Our data shows that lottery scratchers with the highest ROI give you the best chance among New York instant win games. Use the Best Value tab above to see the current top performers.
Why Play New York Scratch Offs?
The New York Lottery offers a variety of scratch-off tickets and instant games, with jackpots up to millions of dollars. Check remaining prizes on these lottery tickets to avoid duds.
What is the difference between odds and ROI?
Odds tell you the chance of winning any prize on a single lottery ticket. ROI (Return on Investment) measures how much money you can expect to get back per dollar spent, after accounting for remaining prizes. In short: Odds = probability of winning something; ROI = actual money value of the game based on what's left to win.
Are there any New York scratchers with positive ROI right now?
Currently no games show positive ROI, but this changes frequently. Check back soon!
Should I play ending-soon games?
Sometimes yes — when significant prizes remain, these can offer great value. See the Ending Soon tab (when data is available for New York).
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. All data is sourced from the official New York lottery website and is updated regularly, but we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Lottery games are games of chance, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Please play responsibly and never spend more than you can afford to lose. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.