The Zodiac Signs Most Likely To Cheat, Ranked (Yes, It’s Messy)

Everyone is looking for love in the stars, and some zodiac signs keep looking even when they are already in a relationship. Is it messy? Absolutely. But some signs are simply more prone to a wandering eye, a flirty side quest, or a “we are just friends” plot twist than others.

There is no foolproof way to spot a cheater, but astrology can hint at who struggles most with temptation and boundaries. Here are the signs most likely to cheat, ranked from most to least likely.

Which Zodiac Signs Cheat the Most (Ranked)

1. Gemini

Gemini’s “just talking” can turn into “why is your phone on Do Not Disturb?” real fast. They’re social, curious, and allergic to boredom—prime conditions for messy overlap. The duality thing is real: they can genuinely like you and still chase a plot twist. If they’re unhealed, they’ll treat monogamy like it’s a group project they didn’t read the syllabus for.

2. Pisces

Pisces doesn’t always cheat because they’re heartless—sometimes it’s because they’re too heartful and can’t say no to a tragic flirtation arc. The secret-life potential is high: they’ll hide things “to protect your feelings,” which is… convenient. Unhealed Pisces men can slide into that nice-guy, everyone-else-is-the-problem mentality, and suddenly they’re the victim in the story they’re actively creating. The vibes are romantic, but the boundaries can be optional.

3) Libra

Libra can cheat and still look you in the eyes like, “Babe, we’re fine,” which is honestly a talent. They love attention, validation, and being wanted—sometimes by multiple people at once. If they’re not mature, they’ll outsource guilt to aesthetics (“It wasn’t that serious”). When Libra’s chasing harmony, they can dodge accountability like it’s a sponsored ad.

4) Sagittarius

Sagittarius doesn’t wake up plotting betrayal—they wake up craving freedom and a little chaos, as a treat. If they feel boxed in, they’ll “accidentally” end up in a situation that looks a lot like cheating. They’re bold enough to do it and honest enough to confess… eventually. Dating them requires space, trust, and a shared definition of what “fun” means.

5) Aries

Aries loves the chase the way reality TV loves a cliffhanger. They’re flirty, impulsive, and powered by attention—especially if they feel ignored for five minutes. Cheating can happen when they’re seeking proof they’re still hot, still winning, still desired. The good news: Aries is rarely subtle, so the truth usually arrives fast.

6) Leo

Leo thrives on being adored, and if the applause stops at home, they might go looking for an encore elsewhere. They’re not always cheaters, but they are validation-sensitive, and that’s a risky combo when they’re insecure. Leo can justify a lot with “You weren’t appreciating me.” Treat them like the main character (in a healthy way) and they’re usually loyal.

7) Cancer

Cancer is emotional, loyal-coded… and also capable of making one bad feeling everyone’s emergency. Unhealed Cancer men can lean into that nice-guy/incel-adjacent resentment vibe—“I’m perfect, women are the issue”—and that can turn manipulative fast. If they cheat, it’s often tied to feeling misunderstood, neglected, or secretly bitter. The betrayal isn’t always physical; sometimes it’s emotional intimacy they’re hiding.

8) Aquarius

Aquarius isn’t always trying to cheat—they’re trying to not feel owned. They can detach, keep private worlds, and act like commitment is a concept they’re “researching.” If they’re unhealed, they’ll rationalize questionable behavior with logic that makes sense only to them. The risk is less “horny chaos,” more “I didn’t think that counted.”

9) Scorpio

Scorpio is intense, loyal, and terrifyingly all-or-nothing—so when they cheat, it’s usually not casual. They can keep secrets, but they usually don’t stray unless the relationship feels unsafe, dead, or disrespectful. If they feel betrayed first (even emotionally), they might match the energy with interest. Scorpio’s not the most likely to cheat—they’re the most likely to make it complicated.

10) Taurus

Taurus loves comfort, consistency, and routines that don’t require lying. Cheating takes effort, and Taurus would rather take a nap. If they’re unhappy, they’re more likely to check out slowly than blow things up dramatically. When they do stray, it’s usually because the relationship has been dead for a while and nobody called it.

11) Capricorn

Capricorn is goal-oriented, reputation-aware, and generally not trying to ruin their own stability. Cheating feels like unnecessary risk and admin work—two things Capricorn hates unless there’s a clear ROI. If they’re unhealed, they might emotionally neglect you, but that’s a different problem. When Capricorn commits, it’s usually because they meant it.

12) Virgo

Virgo is the least likely to cheat because they’re busy analyzing every possible consequence like it’s a spreadsheet. They value integrity, consistency, and not having to juggle lies. Also, the idea of managing drama, screenshots, and guilt? Virgo would rather relocate. If a Virgo is unhappy, they’ll communicate (or quietly plan an exit) before they start a secret side quest.