Betway sports betting website is owned and operated by Betway Group, one of the leading organisations, in the UK and worldwide, which offers various forms of online entertainment including, of course, a bookie website, online casino, bingo and poker. The company currently serves over 2 million customers. Betway holds betting and gambling licences in a lot of European countries, including the UK and Ireland and their main premises are based in Malta. Since 2015 Betway is an official principal sponsor of Premier League club West Ham United. Betway also sponsor World Snooker and a lot of horse racing events.
19 Bet Types and Hundreds of Markets at Betway
As any other punter, variety is what I value most when it comes to markets and types of bets and Betway provide exactly that. I assure that there isn’t a sport and even a minor sporting event that isn’t covered by Betway. Everything is neatly organised too. You can browse events by choosing a particular sport and important events, such as the Euro 2016, for example, are singled out.
I am a football fan, both when it comes to watching and betting, so I’ll talk primarily of football, but you can also bet on tennis, horse racing, cricket, but also handball, baseball, volleyball and even eSports, trotting and politics. There are usually over 100 markets that can be placed on a particular football match. The commonest bet when a punter is trying to predict whether a match will end in a home win, an away win or a draw is called Win/Draw/Win. Then you have Double Chance and Draw No Bet. I really like betting on whether both teams are going to score or not, especially when I know that both teams play attacking football. You can also bet on the time when the first goal is going to be scored, as well as the last. It would take miles of writing to list and describe all markets that are being offered, if you simply log in to Betway you’ll be able to see it for yourself.
When it comes to bet types, there are 19 types of bets currently accepted at Betway, but in general they can be divided into single, multiples and system bets. A single bet is when you wager only on one market, a multiple, or more specifically an accumulator is when you place a bet on 15 markets and all selections have to win. In a system bet you will need a win on at least a certain amount of selections in order to receive anything.
Welcome Offer and Several Accumulator Insurance Free Bets
All new players are eligible for a Sports Welcome Offer which matches your first deposit 100% up to £30. Nothing boosts your bankroll like free cash. I know a lot of people avoid accumulator bets, but I am certainly not one of team. I mean, sure, chances may seem far off, but who doesn’t want to earn tens, even hundreds of thousands with a 2 quid bet. And so often you get all selections right, except for one. Well, at Betway they return your stakes in the form of a Free Bet, of up to £25 if you place a five-or-higher-fold Win/Draw/Win accumulator bet and only miss one selection. In addition, if you place a Both Teams To Score accumulator on at least four matches and all selections win, you will get a 20% bonus on top of your win.
But it’s not just football fans who benefit from bonuses and promotions. If you’re a basketball fan and place a single during March Madness or in the Play-offs and the team that you chose to win loses in overtime you will get a Free Bet of up to £50. Similarly, if you bet on a horse to win and he ends up finishing second, behind a horse which had odds higher than 10 to 1, you will get a Free Bet same as your stake, up to £25. There’s even an additional accumulator insurance bonus on accumulator bets on American sports leagues, such as NHL, NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAA and NCAAB.
By betting at Betway I became part of their 6 tier loyalty scheme, which truly offers a lot of perks to regular punters. You advance through the tiers simply by betting at Betway and you get access to higher bonus amounts, more bonus points and various other advantages.
In-Play Betting and Live Streaming
I’ve told you a lot about betting at Betway, but I haven’t mentioned In-Play Betting (also known as Live Betting) yet. Now, that is the most thrilling type of betting that you can get engaged in. As the name suggests, you’re betting on a match that’s taking place, so you’re betting, so to say, in real time. There’s nothing more fun than watching a match and simultaneously placing a bet on it. You can even bet on stuff like which team will be awarded the next corner or which team’s player will receive the next yellow card. The most lucrative In-Play bet, at least for me, is to bet that a team is going to win even though they’ve conceded first. Sometimes you can just feel it, their attacking mode simply tells you that they can turn things around.
In-Play betting is really simple and straightforward. There’s a dedicated section where on the left you can see the matches that are taking place at the moment. Adjacent to it, to the right, you can see the live odds for particular markets and you just need to click the ones you like in order to place a bet. The fact that you can watch live streaming of hundreds of live matches truly puts the cherry on top.
Mobile Betting Has Never Been Easier
Since Betway is offering online betting exclusively, it is hardly surprising that they also offer mobile betting. Not only can you bet on your smartphone/tablet, but you can also choose who you’re going to access Betway’s betting offer. You can either download their app or log in to their website directly from your mobile browser, as the website is completely mobile-friendly. The second option is a lot simpler, as all you need to do is log in. You don’t need another account for mobile betting, you can use your current log in data. And vice versa, if you register on your mobile, you can also log in from your laptop. If you own an Android or iOS mobile phone or tablet you can download Betway’s app from Google Play or App Store respectively.
I have an Android app installed on my smartphone and it is really convenient. It is compatible with most Android operating systems and with most Android smartphones. You can make all sorts of different bets and even bet In-Play. In addition, you can also watch live sporting events via streaming. You can even chose to cash out before your match/matches end, if there is such an option available.
Deposits and Withdrawals at Betway
So far you probably have an impression that betting at Betway is easy and convenient. Well, that applies to payments and payment options as well. First of all, they accept a truly wide range of deposit and withdrawal options, including Visa credit and debit cards, Visa Electron, MasterCard and Maestro. In addition, you can deposit via PaySafeCard and Citadel Direct instant banking. If you prefer a bit more traditional type of payment and you don’t mind waiting, then you could choose Direct Bank Transfer as your designated payment method. Alternatively you can use some of the popular e-Wallets such as Skrill, Neteller and PayPal. There are few other deposit only options such as: Euteller, Astropay and Neosurf.
Making a deposit is very easy, you simply need to click on ‘Deposit’, a button in the top left corner, once you log in and then choose a method. You will need to provide identification documents before you can make a deposit. The minimum amount which can be withdrawn is £10. Your account registration name must correspond to the credit card holder name.
Email, Phone and Live Chat Customer Support Available
To be quite honest, I have never contacted Betway’s customer support team. There was simply no need for that as everything was running smoothly when it came to deposits and withdrawals, plus their terms and conditions are quite clear and straightforward. However, if you do need any help with anything concerning betting and betting-related issues you can contact the customer support team at Betway via phone and email. You can also chat with them live, directly through the website and I would recommend this method as it is most appropriate. You will just need to provide your name, email and what are you playing, in this case – Sports.
Important Questions
How much time do I have to verify my Betway account?
You have 72 hours after following your first deposit to verify your account. If you don’t do so, your account will be frozen and you won’t be able to stake any bets until you can prove that you’re at least 18 years old.
Is it free to call Betway?
Yes, you can call 0808 238 9841 toll free from a landline phone, but if you call using your mobile, you might be charged.