Betfair Poker Review - 9.5/10

Betfair’s poker client has gone through a vast array of changes before it has become what you see today. In the beginning, they were part of the Cryptologic Network, but after seeing that that cooperation was not going so well, Betfair decided to initiate a standalone network. Low volumes of traffic meant this solution was not viable, so they decided to join the Ongame network as the ultimate solution. Things have been going great for them since them, and Betfair Poker is a great place to spend your time.

Software and Graphics

Not many sites use the Ongame network nowadays, but it’s a nice platform to base a poker client on. The lobby is very nice, not rusty or too modern, just perfect. The tables have a good design. All the important factors are right where you need them to be, providing for good looks, maximum efficiency and perfect playability.

Games Overview

Cash Games:

Betfair Poker offers players of all stake ranges to play in their games. Ring games are offered from as low as £0.10/£0.20 to as high as £250/£500. With up to 20,000 players on the tables at peak times, you can be sure to find a game that is good for you.

Tournaments:

If you’re looking for small tournaments then Betfair is ideal for you. Most tournament buy-ins range from £1.10 to £22, with a couple of tournaments reaching up to a £100 buy-in. Freezout and re-buy tournaments are offered, both with a good balance of pro, mediocre, and beginner players.

Game Variety:

Tournaments are only offered in the variation of Texas Hold’em, but you can find cash games like, Omaha and Seven Card Stud, limit and pot limit, along with their Hi/Lo variations.

Value / Your Opponents

Being one of Europe’s largest bookmaking firms, as well as a large casino, Betfair’s poker client has a lot of amateur players. In the small stakes of the ring games and small buy-in tournaments, they tend to attract a wide variety. But always beware, because the pros are also dominant on the site’s tables. Our advice would be to have a quick look through the lobby, and choose the table that has players which tend to play on less than a couple of tables.

Promotions

Betfair matches your first deposit with a generous sign-up bonus of up to £650, matching your deposit 100%. You also receive a free ticket to the depositor’s freeroll for up to £2,500. Furthermore, you have the loyalty program where you collect Player Points, which you can redeem to cash. By playing at Betfair, through a variety of promotions and satellites, you also get the chance to travel around the world and play events such as the World Series of Poker Europe or the World Poker Tour

Support and Banking

Betfair’s support team is nothing below excellent, which is to be expected from the largest bookmaker of today. Their service is fast, accurate, and reliable. Support is available around the clock. Betfair’s banking methods include a vast array of options including credit and debit cards, electronic payment methods, bank transfers, and cheques.