You can play Toto System 8 by picking eight numbers instead of six. The price for a single System 8 bet jumps up because it covers a bunch of combinations at once.

A full System 8 entry usually costs $28 for one standard set. That’s because it generates 28 different 6-number combinations from your eight picks.

If you want to compare costs, here’s a breakdown of how that $28 works. You’ll see how prizes and odds change with System 8, and how it stacks up against System 7 and other bet types.

You’ll also get some quick tips to figure out if the extra cost is worth it for your goals and budget.

What Is Toto System 8?

System 8 lets you pick eight numbers which creates a bunch of combinations from your chosen numbers.

You boost your chance of matching the winning numbers, but the ticket costs more since the system plays every possible 6-number combo from your eight picks.

Overview of System Entry Bets

A system entry lets you choose more than six numbers for one bet. Each extra number adds new six-number combos.

For System 8, you pick eight numbers from 1–49, and the system forms all possible 6-number combinations from those eight.

Singapore Pools handles system entry bets and prints them on one ticket. You don’t need to mark every combination; the terminal does the math and shows the total cost.

System 8 Versus Ordinary Bets

An ordinary Toto bet uses six numbers and costs S$1 per set. System 8 uses eight numbers and costs more because it covers multiple sets.

For System 8, the terminal creates 28 unique 6-number combinations from your eight numbers.

So, one System 8 entry covers the same ground as 28 ordinary entries. You pay for 28 combinations at the usual price, so the total cost is higher than a single ordinary bet.

Prizes for each winning combo follow the standard Toto prize rules.

How System 8 Works

When you submit System 8, Singapore Pools’ system lists every possible combination of six numbers from your eight picks. If any of those combos match the six main numbers in the draw, you win for each matching combo.

Matching fewer numbers still wins lower-tier prizes, depending on Toto rules.

The ticket shows your eight numbers, the number of combinations (28), and the total cost. If you win, just claim your prize like any other Toto ticket—bring it to a Singapore Pools outlet or follow their process for bigger prizes.

Toto System 8 Price Explained

You pay for every unique 6-number combination made from your eight picks. The cost matches how many ordinary entries the system creates, with a fixed price per combo.

Price Calculation Formula

System 8 creates all possible 6-number combinations from the 8 numbers you choose. That’s “8 choose 6” = 28.

Each ordinary entry costs S$1. So, the price = number of combinations × S$1.

Number of Combinations in System 8

“8 choose 6” is 28. So one System 8 entry equals 28 ordinary entries.

You boost your chances because each combo is a separate shot at the draw. But the prize pool and splits still follow the draw rules: Group 1 to Group 4 prizes get shared between winners, and Group 5–7 are fixed.

Keep the ticket safe—it’s your only proof.

System 8 Ticket Example

Let’s say you pick 8 numbers: 3, 7, 14, 22, 31, 36, 42, 48. Your System 8 entry creates 28 unique 6-number combos.

Price = 28 × S$1 = S$28. The printed ticket shows your 8 numbers and the total cost of S$28.

Prizes and Winning Odds for System 8

System 8 lets you pick eight numbers from 1–49, creating several combinations so you can win across different prize groups, from Group 1 (jackpot) down to the fixed small prizes.

Your shot at winning any prize goes up, but the cost and prize splits still follow the usual rules.

How Winnings Are Determined

The draw picks six winning numbers plus one Additional Number. Your System 8 entry forms all unique 6-number combos from your eight picks.

Each combo acts like a separate ordinary entry. Prizes come from the Toto pool, which is a fixed slice of ticket sales.

Group 1–4 prizes get paid from the pool and change based on how many winners there are. Groups 5–7 are usually fixed amounts.

If any of your combos meet the requirements for a prize group, you win. Matching three numbers in a combo wins a lower-tier prize; matching five plus the Additional Number can win Group 2.

System 8 increases your chances because you’ve got 28 different 6-number combos.

Group 1 Prize and Jackpot

To win Group 1 (the jackpot), one of your System 8 combos has to match all six winning numbers exactly. The Group 1 prize takes a big chunk of the prize pool and sometimes has a minimum guaranteed jackpot.

If nobody wins Group 1, the amount can roll over to the next draw (snowball) until payout rules stop further rollovers.

If there are multiple Group 1 winners, the jackpot splits equally among the winning tickets. Your System 8 entry counts as multiple tickets only if different combos win.

Since System 8 creates many combos, your odds of hitting the jackpot improve compared to a single entry. But the odds for any one 6-number combo are still 1 in 13,983,816 for a 6/49 draw, so System 8 gives you more shots but no guarantees.

Multiple Prize Groups with System 8

System 8 can win across several prize groups in one draw. One System 8 entry might win Group 5 or other small prizes on several combos, or even Group 2, 3, or 4 if enough numbers match.

For example, with eight numbers, you get 28 combos. If three of your numbers match the draw in a few combos, each matching combo wins a Group 7 or Group 6 prize.

If five numbers plus the Additional Number match in one combo, you win Group 2 for that combo.

Group 1–4 prize amounts change each draw since they come from the pool and depend on sales and how many winners there are. Fixed groups like Group 5-7 pay set amounts per winning combo.

System 7 and System 9 work the same way but with fewer or more combos, so your cost and number of chances go up or down accordingly.

Comparison with Other Toto Bet Types

Let’s see how System 8 compares by price, combos, and prize chances. The next parts show costs for other systems, how rolling entries work, and how ordinary and QuickPick bets differ from system and iToto options.

System 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 and Their Prices

Prices climb because each extra number adds a lot more combos.

For example:

• System 7 covers all 6-number combos from 7 numbers (7 combos).
• System 8 covers 28 combos.
• System 9 covers 84 combos.
• System 10 covers 210 combos.
• System 11 covers 462 combos.
• System 12 covers 924 combos.

If one base combo costs $1, just multiply by the number of combos to get the total price.

System 8 costs $28 if a single combo is $1. System 12 jumps to $924 at the same rate.

You pay more to increase your chance of multiple prizes in one draw. Compare the cost per extra chance to see which system fits your budget.

System Roll and Rolling Number

System Roll can lower the system cost by fixing some numbers and rotating others. You pick a few fixed numbers and a pool of rolling numbers.

The system creates combos that keep your fixed picks and cycle the rest.

This approach cuts down the total ticket count versus a full system entry. It’s handy if you’re confident about a few numbers but want extra coverage without spending as much.

Rolling options are especially useful if you want more coverage than an ordinary bet but can’t afford full system prices.

Ordinary Bet and QuickPick Overview

An ordinary bet means you pick six numbers. Each entry usually costs $1.

You win the jackpot only if all six match the draw. Ordinary bets cost the least but cover the fewest combos.

QuickPick randomly selects numbers for you. It costs the same as an ordinary bet and saves you the trouble of picking numbers.

Tips, Strategies, and Practical Considerations

System 8 costs S$28 and gives you 28 different 6-number combos from your chosen 8 numbers.

Plan your spending, check tickets promptly, and decide where to buy—online via Singapore Pools (iToto) or at a shop—so you can manage costs and claim winnings easily.

Budgeting for System Bets

Decide how much you want to spend on Toto before buying System 8. One System 8 costs S$28.

If you buy more than one, multiply by the number of units (for example, 3 units = S$84). Treat System 8 as higher-cost coverage, not a surefire win.

Use a simple plan: set a weekly or monthly limit and stick to it. Split your budget between single-entry Toto tickets and the occasional system bet if you want more coverage without overspending.

Track what you buy in a notebook or an app so you know how much you spend on Singapore Pools tickets over time.

Don’t chase losses by increasing System bets after a loss. That just raises your risk.

Ticket Checking and Prize Claims

Remember to check your Toto ticket after each draw.

You can claim small fixed prizes (Groups 5–7) right away at any retail outlet. For bigger prizes, Singapore Pools asks you to follow specific claim rules.

Prizes above a certain amount mean you’ll need to visit a claims center or send in some documents. Hang on to your ticket and keep it in good shape—once it’s lost, claiming a prize is nearly impossible.

Where and How to Place a System 8 Bet

You can place System 8 bets at any Singapore Pools retail outlet. Or, if you prefer, just go online through Singapore Pools platform.

At a retail counter, tell the staff you want “System 8” and hand over your 8 chosen numbers. If you like, you can also mark them on a Toto bet slip instead.

You’ll pay S$28 for each System 8 unit at the counter. It’s pretty straightforward, honestly.

If you’re buying online, just log in, choose “System,” then pick your 8 numbers. Confirm the S$28 price per unit.

Buying online gives you an e-ticket and keeps your betting history handy, which is honestly great for tracking and prize claims.

Always check draw cut-off times before you buy. Retail outlets have fixed closing times.

Make sure you get your confirmation receipt—whether it’s paper or electronic—before you leave the outlet or close the app.

Editor’s notes

Reacting to results immediately often leads to overcorrection. Reflection creates balance. I review outcomes later, when emotions settle, and insights become clearer.