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pydfs-lineup-optimizer vs THE SOLVER

Both cover NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, WNBA and Golf and more. Here's where they differ.

Key differences

  • pydfs-lineup-optimizer is free; THE SOLVER is free, or $24.99/mo.
  • THE SOLVER covers CBB, F1 and Cricket, which pydfs-lineup-optimizer doesn't.
  • THE SOLVER works with Underdog and Drafters; pydfs-lineup-optimizer doesn't list support.
  • THE SOLVER also includes simulator, bankroll tracker and best ball tool.
pydfs-lineup-optimizer and THE SOLVER compared
pydfs-lineup-optimizer
THE SOLVER
TypeLineup optimizerLineup optimizer
PriceFreeFree, or $24.99/mo
Free trial——
SportsNFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, WNBA, Golf, Soccer, CFB, Esports, MMA, NASCAR, Tennis, OtherNFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, Golf, MMA, WNBA, CFB, CBB, NASCAR, F1, Soccer, Tennis, Esports, Cricket, Other
Works withDraftKings, FanDuel, YahooDraftKings, FanDuel, Yahoo, Underdog, Drafters
Features
  • pip-installable Python package
  • Loads DK, FD and Yahoo salary CSVs
  • Stacking, exposure and lock/exclude rules
  • Showdown/captain and single-game formats
  • Generates many unique lineups per run
  • Documentation on Read the Docs
  • Builds 1 to 1,000 lineups per run with stacking, correlation and exposure rules
  • Custom projection upload or ETR projection/ownership sync
  • Single and multi-lineup contest sims with sim ROI and cash rate (NFL, golf)
  • Lineup Builder for up to 3,000 lineups
  • Late swap support
  • Free bankroll tracker for DK, FD, Yahoo and SuperDraft history
  • Best ball draft assistant browser extension
CompanyDima Kudosh (open source)Sports Solver, LLC
Launched20152022
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