Kalshi
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Kalshi vs DraftKings
Honest, sharpness-first comparison. Numbers come from our own coverage data and public sportsbook documentation — and they never change which book wins on a given line in our EV ranking.
DraftKings
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| Metric | Kalshi | DraftKings |
|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (1–5) | 4 / 5 | 2 / 5 |
| Typical 2-way width Lower is sharper. | 6¢ | 22¢ |
| Leagues covered | 12 | 28 |
| Payout / limits | CFTC-regulated event contracts. ACH funding. | High limits in regulated states; payout times 1–5 business days. |
| Geo availability | Available in all 50 US states. | Live in 25+ US states. Mobile + retail. |
Kalshi
- CFTC-regulated
- Available in CA/TX/etc.
- Sports event contracts expanding
- Lower liquidity than Polymarket on news
- Limited prop coverage
DraftKings
- Huge market depth
- Same-game parlays
- Promos for new users
- Soft prices vs. sharp books
- Aggressive limit reductions on winners
Sharps' bottom line
Kalshi prices sharper than DraftKings. If you can use both, take the best price per line — that is exactly what our EV feed does for you.
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