Best Betting Offers

Betting offers are among the most critical factors we analyze in a betting site. Strong promotional offerings, including generous sign-up bonuses and regular customer rewards, add value and enhance the betting experience. 

Promotions should be fair, transparent, and accessible.

Several factors go into calculating the score out of 10 in this category. This rating is based on the amount of promotions available, the value of each offer, and the fairness and transparency of promotional terms.

We read the terms and conditions of welcome offers (where applicable) so you don't have to. Sites should offer a range of promotions that can be claimed regularly after signing up, in addition to welcome offers.

Our independent testing system is designed to ensure all betting offers at Gambling.com are accurate and up-to-date. 

Testing welcome and existing offers is a key part of our 10-step review process. After confirming that a site has proper licensing and identity verification (typically finished within a few hours), we claim welcome offers and make a minimum deposit.

We claim the sign-up betting offer to ensure it accurately reflects the information outlined in the terms and conditions. We place bets with these credits, usually over seven days, to ensure the site upholds the terms of the offer.

We want to see a wide range of payment methods accepted. We also look for flexible deposit limits and expect funds to be accessible as soon as they're deposited.

We test ongoing offers such as odds boosts, early payouts, money-back specials, and loyalty promotions to ensure the site rewards existing customers. We spread these tests over a month to ensure we can form opinions on most promos offered.

The final step in our testing process involves withdrawing funds. We test each withdrawal method to check how long the process takes, as withdrawal times can vary depending on the method used.

This process reveals which betting offers are worthwhile—and which aren't. We do not recommend betting offers that are:

• Unlicensed & Unregulated: Licensing ensures a site operates under regulatory oversight, providing users a safe, legal environment. Without it, there is a risk of being exposed to unfair practices and potential financial losses.
• Restrictive: Unfair bonus terms, such as unrealistic wagering requirements, are a major red flag. They undermine user trust and make it difficult for bettors to benefit from promotional offers.
• Unclear: Transparent terms and conditions are critical for informed decision-making when placing bets. A site with restrictive clauses in the small print should be avoided.

We don't rely solely on our expertise. Through live testing, focus groups, surveys, and polls, we also gather authentic user feedback from real users who have signed up for these betting offers. 

You can join the conversation on betting offers and help shape our reviews on Gambling.com when you sign up for an account. 

These terms are often used interchangeably to refer to the same thing (with some crucial distinctions). Betting offers, promos, or bonuses are any incentive or deal a betting site uses to attract bettors. These can include welcome offers for new users when they sign up or promotions for existing customers, such as odds boosts, profit boosts, or no-sweat bets.

The vast majority of these offers are promotional credits that allow you to bet with house money instead of your own money. You'll hear "free bets" used most often when referring to these credits in Europe, Canada, and New Zealand, among others. In the United States and Australia, these credits are usually called "bonus bets."

If you win your bet, these credits will not be a part of your payout.

Like any promotion, betting offers come with terms and conditions you must meet to claim your prize.

• Minimum Odds Requirements: Your bet must be placed at or above a specific minimum odds requirement to qualify for the betting offer.
• Expiration Date: Site credits are limited-time offers. They usually expire in 7 to 30 days, after which they will be removed from your account.
• Wagering Requirements or Playthrough: You must stake the bonus amount or winnings derived from it a certain number of times before you can withdraw those winnings as cash.
• Maximum Limits: Betting offers often have an upper limit on the bonus amount you can receive, regardless of stake. Some also set a limit on the maximum stake that the offer will cover.
• Minimum Bet or Stake: Most offers require placing an initial "qualifying bet" of a specific minimum amount.
• Type of Bet: Some offers may be restricted to a particular market or bet type.

New-user welcome offers are only available to users not yet signed up with a site. Examples include:

• Bet & Get or Bet X Get Y
• Deposit Match Bonuses
• No Deposit Bonus
• Second-Chance Bets, Bet Insurance, or No-Sweat Bets
• Cashback Bonus

Betting sites offer ongoing promotions for users who have already signed up. Examples include:

• Odds Boosts or Enhanced Odds
• Profit Boosts
• Bet & Get or Bet X Get Y
• Second-Chance Bets, Bet Insurance, or No-Sweat Bets
• Reload Bonuses
• Referral Bonuses
• Loyalty or Rewards Programs
• Cashback Bonus

1. Register with a licensed betting site: You can sign up for any of our recommended licensed betting sites through the links on our website. Complete your account registration process by confirming your identity and other details.
2. Make a minimum deposit: Choose from one of the site's eligible payment methods. For most sites, this amount is $10
3. Place a qualifying bet: Place a bet that meets the requirements of your offer's terms and conditions. That can include the stake amount, bet type, or minimum odds amount.
4. Collect your bonus: Depending on the offer's terms and conditions, you may receive a bonus immediately or have to wait for the results of your wager.
5. Use credits on eligible markets: With site credits in your wallet, you can continue to bet on eligible markets. Make sure to read the site's terms and conditions for bonus credits.