Both books are comparable on standard spread pricing. The real difference shows up in line timing, same-game parlay availability, and payout speed. Here is a straight head-to-head so you can decide where to open your first account — or your second.
How do FanDuel and DraftKings price the spread?
Both books default to -110/-110 on most point-spread markets — the industry standard. At -110 you risk $110 to profit $100. That built-in vig gives the house roughly a 4.5% theoretical hold on a balanced market. Neither book routinely undercuts the other on standard spreads, though both occasionally run reduced-juice promos. The difference of even two cents (-110 vs -108) matters over time; the guide to line shopping for spread bettors runs through the math.
FanDuel vs DraftKings: side-by-side comparison
| Feature | FanDuel | DraftKings |
|---|---|---|
| Default spread price | -110 both sides | -110 both sides |
| Reduced-juice lines | Occasional promos | Occasional promos |
| Same-game parlay spreads | Available | Available |
| PayPal withdrawals | Yes (24–48 hrs) | Yes (24–48 hrs) |
| Venmo withdrawals | Yes (~24 hrs) | Not available |
| Play+ prepaid card | Yes (same/next day) | Yes (same/next day) |
| States live (approx.) | Most legal US states | Most legal US states |
Which sportsbook is available in your state?
Both FanDuel and DraftKings are live in most of the 30-plus states with regulated online sports betting, including NJ, PA, MI, CO, IL, NY, and AZ. Sports betting is still illegal in states like California, Texas, Utah, and Hawaii — no licensed app works there. Check which US states have live regulated spread betting to confirm your state before downloading anything.
What about payouts and deposits?
Both books accept debit cards, PayPal, and ACH transfers. Debit card withdrawals typically take 3–5 business days at each. PayPal runs 24–48 hours. FanDuel also supports Venmo; DraftKings does not. If fast cash-out matters, FanDuel has a small edge there. Full details on every method are at how to fund your sportsbook account.
Is one book better than the other for betting the spread?
Verdict: they are nearly identical on standard -110 spread lines. The practical move is to have accounts at both and shop for the better number game by game. A two-cent difference compounds into real money across a season. See the full operator rankings at top-rated sportsbooks for betting the spread in 2026, and browse all licensed options in the spread betting sportsbooks hub.
Must be 21+ in most states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.