Looking for a way to play 4D that’s a little more flexible than picking all four digits? 4D Roll lets you lock in three digits and use one rolling digit (marked R) that stands for any number from 0–9. Your single entry actually covers ten possible four-digit combos. That makes betting simpler and lets you try out more number combinations without buying a bunch of separate tickets.

This guide will break down what a 4D Roll entry is, how it stacks up against other 4D bets, what it costs, and how prizes and odds work. You’ll also get a quick walkthrough on placing a Roll bet and a few practical tips before you put your money down.

What Is 4D Roll Entry?

With 4D Roll Entry, you cover ten 4-digit numbers by picking just three digits. You pay for all ten combos, and you win if any of them match a drawn 4D number from lottery operator.

How 4D Roll Works

You pick three digits and mark the last spot as a rolling digit (R). That R can be anything from 0 to 9, so you end up with ten different 4-digit numbers. Say you choose 123R—you’re actually betting on 0123, 1123, 2123, all the way up to 9123.

You bet a stake on each generated number. The total cost is ten times your stake. Payouts follow the same structure as an Ordinary 4D bet for each number you cover.

Rolling Digit Explained

The rolling digit is just the spot you leave open for any single digit between 0 and 9. It’s a wildcard for that position only.

Available Roll Positions

You can roll any of the four positions. Some common ways to write them:

• RXYZ — roll the first digit
• XRYZ — roll the second digit
• XRYZ — roll the third digit
• XYZR — roll the fourth digit

Pick the roll position that fits your gut feeling or favorite numbers. Each choice gives you ten 4-digit numbers, and you pay for all of them. If you win, you get the standard 4D payout for the prize category, no matter which roll position you chose.

Difference Between 4D Roll and Other 4D Bet Types

4D Roll means you fix three digits and let one digit “R” stand for any number 0–9. This changes how many combos you cover, the cost, and how prizes pay compared to ordinary entry, system entry, and iBet.

4D Roll vs Ordinary Entry

With ordinary entry, you pick a four-digit number in exact order and win only if the drawn number matches exactly. It’s the simplest bet and costs one stake per number.

4D Roll swaps one digit for R, which stands for any number 0–9. That means R123 covers 0123, 1123, 2123… up to 9123, so you pay 10 times the stake since you’re buying all ten combos.

If you win, you get the same prize as an ordinary entry (first, second, third, starters, consolation). Roll gives you a better shot at matching a drawn number, but it costs more. It’s handy when you’re only unsure about one digit and don’t want to buy a full system entry.

4D Roll vs System Entry

System entry covers all permutations of your chosen digits across different positions. If you pick digits that repeat or differ, the system makes a bunch of combinations. The cost depends on how many combos the system spits out.

4D Roll is simpler: you fix three digits and let one spot roll, so you always get 10 combos. System entry can give you way more combos (and a bigger bill) if you want to permute three or four digits in every way. With system entry, you cover more patterns and overlapping positions than you would with Roll.

Go with Roll if you’re only unsure about one digit and want a predictable cost. If you want to cover more positions and don’t mind paying more for lots of combos, system entry is the way to go.

4D Roll vs iBet

iBet lets you bet on all permutations of a chosen 4-digit number for a lower minimum stake, usually $1, but the prizes are smaller. It gives you broad coverage at a low price, but payouts drop compared to ordinary big/small prizes.

4D Roll costs 10 times your stake because you’re buying ten full combos at regular prize levels. iBet is cheaper if you want to cover lots of combos but are okay with smaller winnings.

Pick Roll if you want standard prize amounts and simple coverage (10 combos). Choose iBet if you want to bet on lots of combos for a low price and don’t mind smaller payouts.

Cost and Prize Structure for 4D Roll

With 4D Roll, you bet on a number and cover all its permutations for the draw. The cost depends on your bet type and the minimum stake, while prizes come from the standard 4D prize categories (First, Second, Third, Starter, Consolation) with different payouts for Big and Small bets.

Prize Categories for 4D Roll

4D Roll wins use the standard categories: First, Second, Third, Starter, and Consolation.

Each category has a fixed prize for every $1 bet, same as Ordinary and System Entry.

Typical payouts per $1 on a Roll:

• First: $2,000 (Big) / $3,000 (Small)
• Second: $1,000 (Big) / $2,000 (Small)
• Third: $490 (Big) / $800 (Small)
• Starter: $250 (Big only)
• Consolation: $60 (Big only)

If you stake more than $1, just multiply the table by your bet. The payout depends on which prize category your number lands in.

Big Bet and Small Bet Comparison

Big bet covers First, Second, Third, Starter, and Consolation prizes. Small bet only covers First, Second, and Third.

For $1, Small pays more for the top three prizes because it skips Starter and Consolation.

Example per $1:

• Big: First $2,000; Second $1,000; Third $490; Starter $250; Consolation $60.
• Small: First $3,000; Second $2,000; Third $800.

Go for Big if you want more chances (five prize categories) but are okay with lower top prizes. Pick Small if you’re after higher top payouts and don’t care about Starter or Consolation.

How to Place a 4D Roll Bet

A 4D Roll bet means you pick three digits and let one digit roll (R) for any number 0–9. You can buy a roll ticket at outlets or online, choose Big or Small, and set your stake per permutation.

Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a 4D Roll Ticket

1. Pick three digits you want to lock in, in the order you want.
2. Mark the fourth spot as R (rolling digit). R covers all ten possibilities (0–9), so you get 10 combos.
3. Decide on Big or Small entry. Big pays for more prize tiers; Small pays higher for the top prizes only.
4. Set your stake per combo. Outlets usually multiply the cost by 10 since you’re betting on 10 numbers.
5. Fill out a 4D bet slip, or just tell the cashier your digits and stake.
6. Check your printed 4D ticket: make sure your digits, R marker, entry type, and total cost are correct before you leave.

Online and Retail Options

At Singapore Pools outlets, hand over your bet slip or tell the cashier your three digits, say “roll” for R, pick Big/Small, and pay. The cashier prints a ticket showing all 10 combos and the total cost.

Online, you can log in to iBet or Singapore Pools’ site, pick your three digits, select “Roll” for the fourth, choose Big/Small, and enter your stake per combo. Keep your confirmation email or screenshot as proof.

Odds, Winning, and Strategies for 4D Roll

A 4D Roll swaps one digit for an “R” to cover ten possible endings. It boosts your chances by covering more combos, but it also changes how payouts work and how you might pick numbers.

Odds of Winning with 4D Roll

When you roll one digit, a single Roll entry covers 10 different 4-digit outcomes. For example, if you pick 123R, you’re actually betting on 1230 through 1239.

Each of those 10 numbers goes up against the same 4D draw as any regular entry. So, your odds of matching a winning 4D number jump to about 10 times what you’d get with a single exact-entry on that prefix or suffix.

You’ll only win if one of the drawn 4D numbers matches a number you’ve covered.

Definitely check the official 4D payout tables so you know exactly what’s at stake.

Tips for Selecting Numbers

Pick which digit to roll with care. Most people roll the last digit, especially if prefixes repeat a lot, but you might want to look at which digit changes most in past draws for your pattern.

Try combining Roll with Big or Small bets. Small pays more if you land in the top 3, while Big gives you more ways to win, but the prizes are smaller.

If your number uses two pairs or three of the same digit, rolling the digit that breaks up the symmetry often covers more unique combinations.

Set a budget—system entries and multiple Rolls can get expensive fast. Honestly, tracking past winning numbers can help you spot hot prefixes or suffixes before you decide where to roll.

Common Patterns Chosen

Most players pick their patterns by looking at past 4d draws. You’ll usually see choices like four different digits, two different digits with a pair (think 1123), or three of the same digit, like 1113.

Here’s what people tend to do:

• Roll the last digit if you notice repeated triples at the front or a stable prefix.
• Roll with a number that keeps popping up in winning 4d numbers.

These picks try to walk the line between chasing a hit and keeping payout hopes realistic.

Editor’s notes

Over longer periods, numbers often behave like tides. They rise, peak, and retreat. When I view 4D this way, I stop expecting constant predictability. Instead, I recognise cycles. Even pattern-heavy months have pauses. Understanding this rhythm makes the game feel more natural.