Best New York Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in New York right now. We rank all 105 active New York Lottery scratch-off games by ROI, odds, and remaining prizes — updated daily from official sources. Use the tabs below to filter by best value, best odds, newest releases, or games to avoid.
Best Value
INSTANT TAKE 5
INSTANT TAKE 5
INSTANT TAKE 5
Best Odds
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
VIP MILLIONS
300X THE MONEY
Top Prizes Claimed
$10,000,000 DELUXE
UNLOCK IT!
$500,000 YEAR OF THE HORSE
$300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT
$20
VIP MILLIONS
$30
300X THE MONEY
$30
X SERIES: 200X
$30
$10,000,000 DELUXE
$30
ULTIMATE CASH
$30
JACKPOT FORTUNE
$30
$10,000,000 CASH
$30
BONUS 100X
$20
200Xtra
$20
MYSTERY MULTIPLIER
$20
$10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE
$20
$10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE
$20
WIN FOR LIFE
$2
MILLIONAIRE RICHES
$20
$5,000,000 BLITZ
$20
LUCKY LINES
$3
$2,000,000 CASHWORD
$20
$2,000,000 100X CASHWORD
$20
$5,000 HOLIDAY FRENZY/$5,000 GOLD
$10
BONUS BUCKS
$10
$5,000,000 CASH ROYALE
$20
MILLIONAIRE MAKER
$20
100Xtra
$10
WIN $60,000
$3
BONUS 50X
$10
UNLOCK IT!
$3
$500 HOLIDAY BONUS
$5
SET FOR LIFE
$10
WIN FOR LIFE
$2
$500,000 YEAR OF THE HORSE
$5
MATCH 7s
$3
$3,000,000 BONUS STARS
$10
MONEY MATCH
$10
$3,000,000 MAX
$10
$3,000,000 CA$H
$10
$500,000 BLAST
$5
CASHWORD EXTRA!
$3
DIAMOND CASHWORD
$3
XTREME WINNINGS
$5
BONUS 20X
$5
30Xtra CASHWORD
$3
LUCKY 13
$5
BIG MONEY X20
$5
MULTIPLY YOUR NUMBERS
$3
50Xtra
$5
BONUS 15X CASHWORD
$3
WILD CASH MULTIPLIER
$5
$500,000 MATCH TO WIN
$5
SHOW ME $500
$10
INSTANT $500
$10
DOUBLE WIN
$5
$1,000,000 MUST LOVE DOGS
$5
BINGO TIMES 20
$5
$3,000,000 MAX MULTIPLIER
$10
BINGO MULTIPLIER
$5
LADY LUCK 25X
$5
WINNING STREAK 25X
$5
$1,000,000 BONUS CASHWORD
$10
$1,000,000 50X CASHWORD
$10
POT OF GOLD
$5
WIN $250
$5
MORE MONEY
$5
$1,000,000 GOLD
$5
CASINO NIGHTS
$5
NEW YORK MILLIONAIRE
$5
$100s FOR THE HOLIDAYS
$2
HOT DOG!
$5
7-11-21 TRIPLER
$1
ALL CASH
$20
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
INSTANT TAKE 5
$1
LOOSE CHANGE
$1
LOOSE CHANGE
$1
LOOSE CHANGE
$1
XTREME BUCKS
$2
20Xtra
$2
BONUS 10X
$2
$25,000 EXTRA CA$H
$2
10Xtra
$1
BLACKJACK DOUBLER
$2
BONUS 5X
$1
CASH DROP
$2
DOUBLE DEUCES
$2
3-2-WON!
$1
BONUS BLACKJACK
$2
WIN IT ALL
$2
9S IN A LINE DOUBLER
$1
TRIPLE 7-11-21
$2
LUCKY 7'S
$1
LUCKY 7s
$1
TRIPLE MATCH
$1
CASHWORD
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
CASHWORD DOUBLER
$2
DOUBLE TRIPLE CASHWORD
$5
DOUBLE TRIPLE CASHWORD
$5
DOUBLE YOUR MONEY
$5
$100, $200 0R $500
$30
$100, $200 OR $500!
$30
WIN EITHER $100 OR $200!
$20
$50 OR $100
$10
$50 OR $100
$10
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
18.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play $300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
25.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play VIP MILLIONS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
34.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 12 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play 300X THE MONEY Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
5.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play X SERIES: 200X Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play $10,000,000 DELUXE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
32.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 12 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play ULTIMATE CASH Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
32.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play JACKPOT FORTUNE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
32.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 10 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play $10,000,000 CASH Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
35.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 9 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play BONUS 100X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
38.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 17 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play 200Xtra Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
37.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 14 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play MYSTERY MULTIPLIER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
37.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play $10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
41.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 53 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play $10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
131.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play WIN FOR LIFE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
37.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 22 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play MILLIONAIRE RICHES Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
38.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 16 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play $5,000,000 BLITZ Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
47.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $60,000 remaining.
Should You Play LUCKY LINES Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
62.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play $2,000,000 CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
44.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 53 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play $2,000,000 100X CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
44.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 38 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $5,000 HOLIDAY FRENZY/$5,000 GOLD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 7 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play BONUS BUCKS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
36.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 21 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play $5,000,000 CASH ROYALE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
30.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play MILLIONAIRE MAKER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
46.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play 100Xtra Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
50.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $60,000 remaining.
Should You Play WIN $60,000 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
43.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play BONUS 50X Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play UNLOCK IT! Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
61.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 174 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play $500 HOLIDAY BONUS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
42.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play SET FOR LIFE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
63.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 50 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play WIN FOR LIFE Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play $500,000 YEAR OF THE HORSE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
48.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $70,000 remaining.
Should You Play MATCH 7s Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 5 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $3,000,000 BONUS STARS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
47.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play MONEY MATCH Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
48.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $3,000,000 MAX Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
59.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $3,000,000 CA$H Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
33.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play $500,000 BLAST Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play CASHWORD EXTRA! Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
48.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 5 top prize ticket(s) of $60,000 remaining.
Should You Play DIAMOND CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
56.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play XTREME WINNINGS Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BONUS 20X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
52.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $60,000 remaining.
Should You Play 30Xtra CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
20.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play LUCKY 13 Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BIG MONEY X20 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
3× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
56.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $60,000 remaining.
Should You Play MULTIPLY YOUR NUMBERS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
58.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play 50Xtra Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BONUS 15X CASHWORD Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play WILD CASH MULTIPLIER Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play $500,000 MATCH TO WIN Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
85.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 522 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play SHOW ME $500 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
58.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1106 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play INSTANT $500 Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play DOUBLE WIN Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
58.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $2,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 MUST LOVE DOGS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
44.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $300,000 remaining.
Should You Play BINGO TIMES 20 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 13 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $3,000,000 MAX MULTIPLIER Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BINGO MULTIPLIER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
42.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play LADY LUCK 25X Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play WINNING STREAK 25X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
80.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 BONUS CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
48.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 87 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 50X CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
48.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play POT OF GOLD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
73.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 494 top prize ticket(s) of $250 remaining.
Should You Play WIN $250 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
63.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play MORE MONEY Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
92.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $2,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 GOLD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
24.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play CASINO NIGHTS Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play NEW YORK MILLIONAIRE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
58.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 308 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $100s FOR THE HOLIDAYS Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play HOT DOG! Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $2,100 remaining.
Should You Play 7-11-21 TRIPLER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 162 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play ALL CASH Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 24 top prize ticket(s) of $5,555 remaining.
Should You Play INSTANT TAKE 5 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 19 top prize ticket(s) of $5,555 remaining.
Should You Play INSTANT TAKE 5 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 58 top prize ticket(s) of $5,555 remaining.
Should You Play INSTANT TAKE 5 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 63 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play LOOSE CHANGE Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 54 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play LOOSE CHANGE Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1476 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play LOOSE CHANGE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
66.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play XTREME BUCKS Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play 20Xtra Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BONUS 10X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
53.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play $25,000 EXTRA CA$H Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play 10Xtra Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play BLACKJACK DOUBLER Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play BONUS 5X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
58.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play CASH DROP Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
62.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play DOUBLE DEUCES Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $3,000 remaining.
Should You Play 3-2-WON! Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
51.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $21,000 remaining.
Should You Play BONUS BLACKJACK Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
50.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 7 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play WIN IT ALL Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $999 remaining.
Should You Play 9S IN A LINE DOUBLER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
59.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $21,000 remaining.
Should You Play TRIPLE 7-11-21 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $7,000 remaining.
Should You Play LUCKY 7'S Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 16 top prize ticket(s) of $7,000 remaining.
Should You Play LUCKY 7s Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 5 top prize ticket(s) of $3,000 remaining.
Should You Play TRIPLE MATCH Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
54.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play CASHWORD Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play CASHWORD DOUBLER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
158.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play CASHWORD DOUBLER Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
49.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 14 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play CASHWORD DOUBLER Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play DOUBLE TRIPLE CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
45.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 10 top prize ticket(s) of $300,000 remaining.
Should You Play DOUBLE TRIPLE CASHWORD Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
47.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play DOUBLE YOUR MONEY Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
33.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1017 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play $100, $200 0R $500 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
30× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
29.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4027 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play $100, $200 OR $500! Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
20× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
29.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 18621 top prize ticket(s) of $200 remaining.
Should You Play WIN EITHER $100 OR $200! Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
33.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 151714 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $50 OR $100 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
10× INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1)
37.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1822 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $50 OR $100 Right Now?
Prize Activity Summary
The overall prize pool decreased by 9.0% during this period, with 12,479,123 individual prizes claimed across all tiers.
Smart 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 | 13 of 17 games (76.5%) | +70.5% | 2x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $3 | 6 of 9 games (66.7%) | +50.7% | 3x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $5 | 16 of 26 games (61.5%) | +51.1% | 5x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $10 | 16 of 16 games (100.0%) | +50.7% | 10x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $20 | 14 of 14 games (100.0%) | +38.0% | 20x INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1) |
| $30 | 8 of 9 games (88.9%) | +28.3% | 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.
Games With Better Alternatives
These games have a cheaper ticket combination that delivers more expected value for the same price.
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) — just check how long you have to claim before the game closes.
- Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — their ROI drops significantly.
- A higher ticket price does not automatically mean better value. See how the tiers actually compare and what the most expensive ticket in each state returns.
- Buying several tickets from the same pack? It helps to know how many winning tickets are in a roll and why a full roll never guarantees a profit.
- 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 19 games with all top prizes claimed.
44 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). Bear in mind that a closing game starts the clock on claiming: scratch-off tickets do expire, and the deadline runs from the game's end date rather than the day you bought it.
What are the best $5 scratch-off tickets in New York?
Right now, LUCKY 13 leads the $5 category with 4.11:1 overall odds and -22.8% ROI. It has 1 top prizes remaining. Use the price filter above to see all $5 games ranked.
What are the best $10 scratch-off tickets in New York?
For $10 players, $50 OR $100 currently offers the best value with 8.00:1 odds and -30.0% ROI. 151714 top prizes of $100 remain.
What are the best $20 scratch-off tickets in New York?
At the $20 price point, $300,000,000 CASH PAYOUT is the top pick with 3.55:1 odds and -21.4% ROI. Top prize: $5,000,000 with 1 remaining.
Which New York scratch-off wins the most?
Right now, INSTANT TAKE 5 ($1 ticket) is the top performer in New York based on expected return on investment (-6.7% ROI). It has 24 top prizes of $5,555 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.
Which New York scratch-offs should I avoid?
Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 19 such games still on shelves in New York. These tickets sell at full price but their biggest payouts are gone, significantly reducing expected value. See the "Top Prizes Claimed (Avoid)" tab above for the full list.
How do I claim a winning New York scratch-off?
Smaller prizes can usually be cashed at any lottery retailer, while larger amounts have to go through a district office or lottery headquarters — the cut-off varies by state. Our guide to where to cash scratch-off tickets covers the thresholds and the documents you need. Above certain amounts the prize is reported and withheld against, so it is worth reading up on taxes on scratch-off winnings before you claim.
Can I buy New York scratch-offs online or with a card?
It depends on the state. A handful run official iLottery platforms with digital instant games, and the rest are retail-only — see whether you can buy scratch-offs online for the current list. Payment rules vary too: some states and retailers are cash-only, which is covered in our guide to paying with a debit card. Age limits differ as well — most states require 18, a few require 21.
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.
