Best Ohio Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in Ohio right now. We rank all 66 active Ohio 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
50th Anniversary
Set For Life
Set For Life
Best Odds
Millionaire Blowout
$1,000,000 Cash Payout
Mystery Multiplier
Top Prizes Claimed
Mystery Multiplier
Bingo 50X
Ohio Millionaire's Club
Fun 5s
$5
Millionaire Blowout
$50$1,000,000 Cash Payout
$20Mystery Multiplier
$10Wild Cash Tripler
$30
Set For Life
$20
Set For Life
$20
Set For Life
$20Bingo 50X
$10
Bingo X50
$10
$300 Million Diamond Dazzler
$20Ohio Millionaire's Club
$20
$2,000,000 Cashword
$30Cross Match Bingo
$10
$1,000,000 Stacked
$20
Spectacular Riches
$20Lucky No. 7
$10
$1,000,000 Black Titanium
$10
Ultimate $5,000,000
$50
Set For Life
$10
Set For Life
$10
Set For Life
$10
Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 50X
$10
$500,000 Cashword
$10$500,000 Cashword
$10Cash Explosion 25X
$5
Cash Explosion 25X
$5
Gold Rush
$10
Feeling Lucky
$10
Casino Nights
$10
Instant Jackpot
$10
Money, Money, Money
$10$500,000 Bankroll
$10
Royal Riches
$3050th Anniversary
$50Aces And 8s
$5White Diamonds
$10
VIP Millions
$50Billion
$50
Special Edition Cashword
$5Gnomebody is Luckier
$2
Bonus Cash Wheel
$5
5 Times Lucky
$5Jackpot Party
$5
Cash Explosion 10X
$2
Cash Explosion Cashword
$2Bingo Multiplier
$2Pink Diamond
$2Lucky Gems Multiplier
$2
Set For Life
$5Joker's Wild
$5
Magic 8 Ball
$2
Hot 7s
$1
Set For Life
$2
Win It All
$2
Set For Life
$1
Crazy Cash
$1Winner Winner Chicken Dinner
$1
Sapphire Blue 7
$1
Electric 8s
$1Luck of the Irish Tripler
$1
Triple Tripler
$1$5, $20 or $100
$2
$5, $20 or $100
$2
$25, $50 or $250
$5$25, $50 or $250
$5Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play Fun 5s Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
10.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 55 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play Millionaire Blowout Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
10.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 Cash Payout Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Mystery Multiplier Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 8 top prize ticket(s) of $300,000 remaining.
Should You Play Wild Cash Tripler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $3,417,460 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $3,417,460 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $3,417,460 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Bingo 50X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $25, $50 or $250 ($5)
0.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Bingo X50 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
17.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 5 top prize ticket(s) of $1,242,542 remaining.
Should You Play $300 Million Diamond Dazzler Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Ohio Millionaire's Club Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
22.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $1,242,542 remaining.
Should You Play $2,000,000 Cashword Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $25, $50 or $250 ($5)
3.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cross Match Bingo Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
10.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 Stacked Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
5.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $2,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play Spectacular Riches Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Lucky No. 7 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 35 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 Black Titanium Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
20.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play Ultimate $5,000,000 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $1,242,542 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $1,242,542 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $1,242,542 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 50X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play $500,000 Cashword Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play $500,000 Cashword Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× Set For Life ($1)
2.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cash Explosion 25X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 9 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cash Explosion 25X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Gold Rush Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $25, $50 or $250 ($5)
16.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $2,500 remaining.
Should You Play Feeling Lucky Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× $25, $50 or $250 ($5)
11.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 56 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000 remaining.
Should You Play Casino Nights Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Instant Jackpot Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play Money, Money, Money Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $500,000 remaining.
Should You Play $500,000 Bankroll Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
14.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4 top prize ticket(s) of $2,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play Royal Riches Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $15,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play 50th Anniversary Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× Set For Life ($1)
0.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play Aces And 8s Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play White Diamonds Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
14.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play VIP Millions Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($20)
1× $500,000 Bankroll ($10)
14.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $15,606,610 remaining.
Should You Play Billion Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
5× Set For Life ($1)
3.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $300,000 remaining.
Should You Play Special Edition Cashword Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
4.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Gnomebody is Luckier Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $150,000 remaining.
Should You Play Bonus Cash Wheel Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play 5 Times Lucky Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play Jackpot Party Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 10 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cash Explosion 10X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
4.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 13 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cash Explosion Cashword Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 7 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Bingo Multiplier Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Pink Diamond Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
3.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play Lucky Gems Multiplier Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Joker's Wild Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
2.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 6 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Magic 8 Ball Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 5 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play Hot 7s Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
2.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $550,000 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
6.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Win It All Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $280,000 remaining.
Should You Play Set For Life Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 24 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000 remaining.
Should You Play Crazy Cash Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 70 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play Winner Winner Chicken Dinner Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 33 top prize ticket(s) of $777 remaining.
Should You Play Sapphire Blue 7 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 11 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play Electric 8s Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000 remaining.
Should You Play Luck of the Irish Tripler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 24 top prize ticket(s) of $1,800 remaining.
Should You Play Triple Tripler Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
5.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 373 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $5, $20 or $100 Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× Set For Life ($1)
0.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 4856 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $5, $20 or $100 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 78 top prize ticket(s) of $250 remaining.
Should You Play $25, $50 or $250 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1175 top prize ticket(s) of $250 remaining.
Should You Play $25, $50 or $250 Right Now?
Prize Activity Summary
Over the past 30 days, scratch-off games in this state paid out approximately $134.9 million in prizes, averaging $4.5 million per day across 94 active games. $300 Million Diamond Dazzler leads in prize activity with $9.1 million claimed ($20 ticket). 9 top prizes remain. $1,000,000 Stacked follows with $8.9 million in claims.
Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier
Our analysis found that some Ohio 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 | 8 of 11 games (72.7%) | +3.7% | 2x Set For Life ($1) |
| $5 | 3 of 11 games (27.3%) | +2.5% | 5x Set For Life ($1) |
| $10 | 4 of 17 games (23.5%) | +8.0% | 2x $25, $50 or $250 ($5) |
| $20 | 4 of 6 games (66.7%) | +11.0% | 2x $500,000 Bankroll ($10) |
| $30 | 2 of 3 games (66.7%) | +18.4% | 1x Set For Life ($20) + 1x $500,000 Bankroll ($10) |
| $50 | 4 of 5 games (80.0%) | +15.2% | 2x Set For Life ($20) + 1x $500,000 Bankroll ($10) |
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 Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio Scratchers
- Focus on Ohio 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 Ohio Scratch-Off Insights
There are currently 4 Ohio scratch-off games with positive ROI.
There are currently 9 games with all top prizes claimed.
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 Ohio?
Our data shows that lottery scratchers with the highest ROI give you the best chance among Ohio instant win games. Use the Best Value tab above to see the current top performers.
Why Play Ohio Scratch Offs?
The Ohio 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 Ohio scratchers with positive ROI right now?
Yes — check the Best Value tab. There are currently 4 positive ROI games available.
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 Ohio). 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 Ohio?
Right now, Fun 5s leads the $5 category with 0.00:1 overall odds and 0.0% ROI. It has 2 top prizes remaining. Use the price filter above to see all $5 games ranked.
What are the best $10 scratch-off tickets in Ohio?
For $10 players, $1,000,000 Black Titanium currently offers the best value with 3.54:1 odds and 0.0% ROI. 35 top prizes of $20,000 remain.
What are the best $20 scratch-off tickets in Ohio?
At the $20 price point, Set For Life is the top pick with 3.19:1 odds and +4.5% ROI. Top prize: $3,417,460 with 2 remaining.
Which Ohio scratch-off wins the most?
Right now, 50th Anniversary ($50 ticket) is the top performer in Ohio based on expected return on investment (+13.5% ROI). It has 2 top prizes of $15,000,000 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.
Which Ohio scratch-offs should I avoid?
Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 9 such games still on shelves in Ohio. 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 Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio 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.
