FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rithmm?

Rithmm is a sports betting predictive analytics app that combines your gut instincts and our algorithms to help you make smart bets. Our team of data scientists handles the hard work on the back end, empowering you to effortlessly build your own analytical models, use them to analyze every game, streamline your betting research and make smart betting decisions.

What was the idea behind Rithmm?

Everyday bettors don’t have access to predictive analytical models like professional sports bettors do. They don’t have a team of mathematical quants, data scientists, and machine-learning engineers. Bettors have instincts but no way to build and validate models based on their intuition. So, what is the solution? Rithmm. We hide the complicated math and provide a simplified and personalized approach you can bring with you wherever you go.  We combine the bettor’s instincts and our algorithm to create a personalized prediction for every game, complete with the predicted score, win probability, and difference to market for each open line. We’ve made complex modeling fast, easy, and available to any level of bettor.

Who built Rithmm?

We are a team of quants, data scientists, engineers, sports enthusiasts, bettors, former athletes and ex-military that wanted to create a tool to help bettors bet smarter and give them access to incredibly advanced math, analytics, and insights that were previously only accessible to those who possessed data and modeling skills or for professional sports bettors who could hire their own team.

What sports/leagues does Rithmm offer?

NFL, NFL Player Props, College Football, NBA, NBA Player Props, NCAAM Basketball, WNBA and Golf.

Do you have Player Props?

Yes, we have player props for NFL and NBA. We show our expected player result for all players with available prop odds. Make sure you click the prop prediction to see more insights on that player’s recent performance.

Why don't you have MLB?

We need a bigger team to successfully build predictive analytics for MLB, we were not comfortable building the MLB product for this season as we were not confident it would bring you value. We expect to have MLB for the 2025 season.

Do you have a March Madness Product?

We do! Your model will automatically fill out your bracket! It's a very cool product, one of a kind. It takes your personalized model you created and predicts every game. You can build 3 models and have 3 different brackets if you would like, or just have one created.

Is this AI?

Yes, we use linear and non-linear models and other AI techniques to create personalized predictive models

What's the difference between Rithmm and other betting platforms/tools?

Rithmm puts the data and control in your hands. We aren't a tout service and we don't provide prefabricated picks that everyone else is receiving. Instead, Rithmm empowers users to build their own analytical models, receive personalized recommendations and predictive analysis from those models, all within an intuitive platform to help you make informed betting decisions.

What's the difference between trend analysis and predictive models?

Predictive analytics are more sophisticated. Trend analysis helps in understanding what has happened, predictive analytics goes a step further to anticipate what will happen, enabling more informed and forward-looking decisions. Trends don’t make predictions, predictive models make them.

How much does Rithmm cost?

Rithmm Core is $29.99/month. You can also opt for an Annual subscription and receive two months free for $299.99/year.

Rithmm Premium is $99.99/month. You can also opt for an Annual subscription and receive two months free for $999.99/year.

Is there a free trial?

Yes, there is a 7 day free trial for both Rithmm Core and Rithmm Premium.

How do I get started?

Rithmm is available on Apple, Android and web. You can click here to get started!

Once you've signed up, build a model or have Rithmm AI build you a model. We assign every bettor with a model, however you can build up to 3 and if you would like you can always delete the one we assigned you (trash can icon) and start from scratch. Next step find green stars on the games you want to bet, click track bet, this is key as it will track your bets AND track your models performance. Evaluate where your models are performing and then you can bet with confidence.

What if I don't have instincts, knowledge or gut feelings - how do I use Rithmm?

We built a one touch button that Rithmm AI will take over for you and build the model. We do encourage you to personalize your own model once you have the hang of it and have removed that barrier to simplify the on-ramp to modeling.

What is a model?

A sports betting model is a mathematical or statistical framework used to predict the outcomes of sporting events for the purpose of making informed betting decisions. You may also hear them referred to as “systems” within the industry. Sports betting models can be developed using different approaches, ranging from simple statistical analysis to more complex machine learning techniques. Our mission at Rithmm is to make sports data modeling easy and accessible, so that everyone can utilize predictive analytics to make smart betting decisions.

What are the sliders? Factors!

Rithmm models are made up of factors, which are made up of statistics. A factor is a combination of stats. For Rithmm Core, we provide five house factors to build models with. For football, they are Offense, Defense, Running, Passing, and Team Ranks. For basketball, they are Offense, Defense, Three-Pointers, Fouls, and Tempo. These factors have been hand-selected by Rithmm's data scientists to help users make smart betting decisions.

Rithmm Premium enables you to dive deeper into the data and build your own personalized factors from a library of hundreds of statistics.

How many models can I build?

You can build up to 3 models per sport. Each model predicts multiple bet types within that sport.

Should I build 3 models?

There is no strong recommendation here. Some users have one model for the entire season, while some like to have three models where each one serves a specific purpose. That is a personal preference.

How do I build a model?

Your first time opening the app, you will be brought through the model building experience. In Rithmm Core, you will be shown 5 house factors and asked to weight them based on the type of model you would like to build. After that, your model will run, taking 3+years of historical data, training the model to your preferences, generating predictions and analyzing open lines to identify your edge. This is all done automatically for you on the back end. And that's it! You'll receive your personalized picks from your model in seconds.

In Rithmm Premium, you can build a model with the 5 house factors or your 3 custom factors. These models take a bit longer (up to 3 minutes) to run because of the level of customization and complexity happening on the back end.

I have Premium and my model is taking a long time to build... Why?

The more statistics you use the more time it will take to build your model. Hang tight it might take awhile if you built a very large statistical model.

When I build a model, what is the backtest?

A backtest is a process used to test how well your predictive model would have performed in the past. Think of it as a simulation where we take our current model and apply it to historical data to see what its performance would have been. We backtest using the past 3 years; therefore it shows you how well your model would have done for 3 years worth of bets. Premium members can split their backtest data to look at it in more detail.

What is a green star?

When you start with Rithmm, we suggest kicking off with bets that have green stars next to them. Our data scientists and quants have analyzed thousands of games to find where your model is most profitable, and those bets get a green star.

Why are some predictions marked with a caution flag?

Predictions with a caution sign should be treated with, well, caution! They aren’t recommended for a reason. On the bet card, you’ll see your model’s predicted win probability and a value called DTM (difference to market). This shows how different your model’s prediction is from the sportsbook line. If the difference is too small or too big, a caution will be given to the bet. When in doubt, go for the green stars.

Should I fade my caution flag predictions?

No. We generally do not recommend fading or betting the opposite side of caution flag predictions. Caution flags should be treated as a “no bet”.

What is Difference to Market (DTM)?

Difference To Market (DTM) represents the difference between Rithmm's prediction and the line from your selected sports book. Rithmm compares the probability of winning the bet based on Rithmm's line and the book's line, historical data, and the book's payout to compute the DTM. If the difference falls within a certain window, the bet gets labeled with a green star. Choose to show or hide the DTM value based on your preference. You’ll see a green star or yellow caution symbol either way!

What if my models disagree? What do I do? Which one should I take?

This is where you come into play. Which one has been performing better? Which one has backtested better? We tend to lean towards the one that has been proven to be more predictive either via backtest or live betting. If both have similar performance, it is often a good option to not place a bet if they disagree.

What if my models agree? Does that mean it is more predictive?

Not necessarily. We always tend to recommend focusing on finding your best model. Agreement is great, but does not necessarily mean something is more predictive. Many users have different models for different bet types or experiment with multiple before ultimately deciding which one to use.

Why is tracking your bets essential?

To excel in anything, you need to understand performance. To gauge your model’s effectiveness, it's essential to track your bets. By doing so, you can visit the models page, where you'll see detailed insights into how your model performs for each bet type, including win rate and ROI.

You might discover that a model excels at spread bets but isn't as effective for totals, or vice versa. Our top bettors track all their recommended bets, whether they're wagering money or simply testing their model’s performance. This thorough tracking is what sets them apart and helps them consistently refine their strategies. If a model isn’t performing well, we encourage users to delete the model and try again. For the models that are performing well, they can increase their confidence in the those models’ predictions.

Can I untrack a bet?

Yes, once you track a bet, there will be an "untrack bet" button available for 5 minutes in case you have made a mistake. After the 5 minute mark, the button will disappear and the bet will not be able to be untracked.

Can I share my model?

We have a leaderboard that shows the best models for each type of bet within a sport; our goal is to allow another bettor to copy these models that have proven performance.

Can I use Rithmm to make parlays?

Parlays tend to be risky bets. They have a low probability of hitting typically, but with a high payout. For this reason, we do not provide model based recommendations. However, many users like to parlay multiple prop bets into a parlay and have had fun doing so.

What should I be aiming for as a good win percentage or ROI? What is expected?

Not all bets are even money bets. For instance, a +300 moneyline pays out $400 on a $100 bet. If you go 1-1 on a +300 bet, you end up winning $200, a great return, even though your win percentage is only 50%. Because of this fact, we recommend primarily looking at ROI, as it will be more closely related to winnings. 

What do you need to win to be considered a professional bettor or sharp?

Professional bettors typically win between 54% and 58% of their even money bets. The way they make money is not by winning 70% of their bets, but instead by betting in volume. They tend to bet bigger quantities and place more bets to ensure they make enough money as their primary source of income.

Is Rithmm a sportsbook?

No, you cannot bet on our site. Our site is a tool to determine what you should be. Users can choose their preferred sports book and premium users can see the current odds at multiple books to find the best price for their bets.

Do you predict lines like a sportsbook?

We do! Anytime you see “Rithmm Predicts” that is our line. For props, you will always have access to “Rithmm Predicts” if you want it for Game Picks you will need to be a Premium subscriber.

How often does Rithmm's data update?

The updates are frequent and real-time.

Where does Rithmm get its live odds?

Our live odds are fed directly into Rithmm from our reputable data and sportsbook partners. You have the option to choose your sportsbook of preference within account setting.

How do bettors use Rithmm?

The predictions and recommendations work well on many platforms including traditional sportsbooks, daily fantasy (e.g Underdog, Prizepicks, Betr Picks, etc.), Pick’em Sites or Survivor Pools (e.g. Splash), Exchange Sites (Prophet Exchange), and Peer-to-Peer Betting Platforms.

Can I be a novice, recreational, or casual bettor and use Rithmm?

Yes! We suggest you start with a Core subscription. Users with more experience with data and are want to have more control over their models can get that with a Premium membership.

Are we for everyone?

No. We are not for bettors who are looking to bet on one big game or are looking for a tout to tell them exactly what to do. We provide a tool to use within your betting process. The impact will be seen over time as you track your bets and learn over time.

Can I use Rithmm if betting isn't legal in my state?

Yes, we are not a sportsbook. We are a predictive analytics tool you can utilize to make more informed bets. We also have plenty of users who do not bet and enjoy tracking their bets in Rithmm, competing with friends, and evaluating their model success.

How old do I have to be to use Rithmm?

Rithmm is intended for adults. By using Rithmm, you represent you are at least 18 years of age. For more information, please view our Privacy Policy here.

What payment methods are accepted?

All major credit cards are accepted.

What is your refund policy?

Due to the nature of our product providing full access after purchase, we're not able to provide refunds. We will consider refunds on a case-by-case basis for extenuating circumstances.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes, you may cancel your membership at any time. There is no long-term commitment. To avoid future charges, simply cancel your membership before your next renewal date.

How do I ask a question or request support?

To report an issue or ask a question please use our GET IN TOUCH button located in your user account, or email: support@rithmm.com