Bingo Caller
Call bingo numbers on a projector or TV for classroom, family, church or fundraiser bingo. Every call is read aloud and marked on the board.
Tip: press the space bar to call the next number.
Called board
0 of 75 called- Classroom bingoProject the board, let the caller read B 7 out loud and keep students practising numbers and listening.
- Fundraiser and church nightsA clear called board settles every claim, and auto-call keeps a steady pace for a big hall.
- Christmas and holiday partiesPrint a stack of 75-ball cards, put the caller on the TV and hand out small prizes for each line.
- Seniors and care homesLarge numbers, a slow voice and no rush. Call the next number only when everyone is ready.
Run a bingo game in three steps
Pick 75 or 90 ball
75-ball uses the B I N G O card common in the US and Canada. 90-ball uses the 3-row tickets played in the UK, Ireland and Australia.
Call numbers
Press Call next number or the space bar. Each ball is drawn once, read aloud and lit up on the board.
Check the winner
When someone shouts Bingo, read their numbers back against the board. Then start a new game with one tap.
Everything a caller needs, nothing to install
75-ball vs 90-ball bingo
Both games draw every number once, in random order, until someone completes the winning pattern. The difference is the card, how many balls there are and what counts as a win.
| 75-ball bingo | 90-ball bingo | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it is played | US, Canada, Japan and most classrooms | UK, Ireland, Australia and much of Europe |
| Card | 5 by 5 grid headed B I N G O, centre square free | Ticket of 3 rows by 9 columns, 5 numbers per row |
| Numbers on a card | 24 plus the free square | 15 |
| Columns | B 1–15, I 16–30, N 31–45, G 46–60, O 61–75 | 1–9, 10–19, 20–29 and so on up to 80–90 |
| Ways to win | A line, four corners, X, picture patterns or blackout | One line, then two lines, then full house |
| Good for | Kids, parties, pattern games | Longer sessions with three prizes per game |
Popular 75-ball patterns
- Single line: any full row, column or diagonal. The free square counts.
- Four corners: just the four corner squares, which makes for a quick game.
- Letter X: both diagonals, nine squares including the free centre.
- Postage stamp: a 2 by 2 block in any corner.
- Blackout or coverall: every square on the card. Expect most of the 75 balls to be called.
- Picture frame: the whole outside edge of the card.
Classic UK bingo calls
In 90-ball halls the caller often adds a nickname to a number. Players love it, and it gives everyone a moment to find the number on their ticket. A few favourites:
- 1, Kelly's eye
- 11, legs eleven
- 13, unlucky for some
- 21, key of the door
- 22, two little ducks
- 45, halfway there
- 66, clickety click
- 88, two fat ladies
- 90, top of the shop
Tips for running a smooth bingo night
- Announce the pattern before each game and write it on the board or chat.
- For classes or young kids, use the 1 to N mode with 25 or 50 balls so games finish in time.
- In a fundraiser hall, set auto-call to about 8 to 10 seconds and pause when someone calls Bingo.
- Check a claim by reading the numbers back. Every called number stays lit on the board.
- Print one card per player plus a few spares, and keep small prizes for line wins as well as the full card.
Running bingo for money? Rules on charitable and fundraising bingo vary by state, province and country, so check your local requirements first.
Frequently asked questions
Is this bingo caller free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up and no limit on games. It runs entirely in your browser.
Can the bingo caller read numbers out loud?
Yes. Leave Read aloud switched on and each number is spoken with your device's built-in voice. Some older browsers have no speech support, in which case calls are shown on screen only.
What is the difference between 75-ball and 90-ball bingo?
75-ball uses a 5 by 5 card with B I N G O columns and a free centre, popular in North America. 90-ball uses tickets with 3 rows and 15 numbers, popular in the UK, with prizes for one line, two lines and a full house.
Can a number be called twice?
No. Each ball is drawn once per game, like a real cage or blower. When every ball has been called the button stops.
Can I print bingo cards?
Yes, for 75-ball games. Choose Print cards, pick how many you need and print. You get four different cards per page with a free centre square.
How do I use it on a projector or Zoom call?
Open the page on the computer connected to the projector, or share your screen, and press Fullscreen. Use the space bar to call numbers without touching the mouse.
Can I play bingo with fewer numbers for kids?
Yes. Choose 1 to N and set the highest number, for example 25 for a quick 5 by 5 game where children write their own numbers on a grid.