Betfair Sportsbook Review
Betfair launched one of the first betting exchanges which has quickly become the biggest, however they now also have their own sportsbook. After spending years trying to get people away from traditional betting, they now want people back playing with traditional bookmarkers. They have been in the industry for a long time, but has that translated to them being a great sportsbook?
Welcome Bonus
Betfair have a very strong welcome bonus where customers can receive up to £100 in bonus money. This is a matched bonus on your first deposit of 100%, so if you deposit £100 then you will receive a bonus £100, this is fantastic. The bonus money has to be played four times before it becomes real money you can withdraw, so after you have spent £400 with them, if you go for the full £100 bonus, then you will be able to withdraw your money if you want to. This is a great offer so make sure you spread the word around your family.
Available Markets
Betfair have a great range of markets, from popular sports like horse racing, football and tennis, to smaller sports like cycling and darts. Many of the events you can bet on are also live streamed by them so you can watch the event after you have placed a bet. This covers all UK and Irish horse racing, some world football, some snooker and tennis matches plus more.
In Play Betting
In-play betting at Betfair is very impressive and extremely easy to use. The menu can be accessed by pressing in-play, which is at the top of the page and from here you will see a list of all current live events, just press the sport you would like to see markets for.
At the bottom of the page there is an upcoming events calendar which has all the scheduled upcoming in-play markets for you to see. This is great and the best thing about it is that it also shows whether the event will be live streamed, or if it is live on TV anywhere, a great touch.
Mobile Betting
Betfair have a great mobile app which covers everything when it comes to betting on the go. You can download the app for your device if you are on apply via the app store, of you can download from their website if you are on android. With great markets on show that are easy to use, both for pre-match betting and in-play betting, you are not going to be without a betting opportunity when you have this app in your pocket.
Promotions and Offers
Best Odds Guaranteed on UK & Irish Horse Racing
Betfair offer best odds guaranteed on all UK & Irish horse racing, which is a great offer that will boost your racing profits. If you are having a bet in the morning make sure you take the price, because if the SP is bigger you will be paid out at the bigger price.
Win up to 50% More on Your First Acca Each Week
If you like to bet on football then this offer will really appeal to you. When you place your first accumulator of the week on football, you will receive a bonus on your winnings if your bet wins. This can be up to 50% and it is dependent on the amount of legs in your accumulator but if you win it is a nice boost for the week.
Deposit Methods
Depositing into your Betfair account is very simple and they accept all the major deposit methods. You can deposit into your account using your debit or credit card if you wish, or you can use one of the many internet wallet payments they accept. These are Neteller, Skrill, Paypal, Paysafecard and Web Money.
Customer Support
You can contact Betfair in two different ways if you have a query with them. They have a live chat function where you can speak to an operative on your computer, or you can ring them on the phone if you would prefer to contact them that way.
Live Chat: On-site
Phone: 0344 871 0000
Summary
Betfair have put together a very impressive sportsbook which gives the customer everything they need. They have a great welcome bonus, one of the best around and with other promotions taking place you will always be getting an advantage from them. They have a great choice of markets, as well as good in-play options and to round them off they accept many payment methods and they have great customer service. Betfair offer the customer an outstanding service that even the don would be happy about, so make sure the family knows.