Background
BetUK has been operating since 1998 and is owned by the Sportingbet Group. The company is listed on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange (AiM). This gives a bit more peace of mind when betting.
BetUK.com offers comprehensive odds on an average of 24 different sports and 141 leagues. It’s a no frills affair, without some of the more exotic bet offlays that some other sports books offer.
The website gets some stick but we’ve never had a problem with it. The pages are quick to load and the odds are readily available, with everything well spaced out and easy to read. The betting slip is one of the most simple you will find. One thing we don’t like is the fact you have to scroll up to the top of the page to get to the bet slip once you’ve made a selection, but it’s a minor complaint at best.
Customer Service
Customer service is by email or live chat but not by phone, which is a disadvantage
Quick Facts
URL: www.betuk.com
Email: support@betuk.com
Phone: NA
Licenced: Alderney, Channel Islands
Founded: 1998
Odds Format: EU, UK, US
Software: Finsoft
Deposit methods
Bank Wire, Cheque, Click2Pay, Delta, DirectTeller, FirePay, MasterCard, Moneybookers, Neteller, MoneyGram, 1-Pay, Visa
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Danish Krone, Euro, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Renminbi, Singapore Dollar, Swedish Krona, Swiss Franc, UK Pound Sterling, US Dollar
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Athletics, Aussie Rules, Bandy, Baseball, Basketball, Bowls, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Darts, Floorball, Futsal, Gaelic Football, Golf, Greyhounds, Handball, Horse Racing, Hurling, Ice-Hockey, Motor Racing, Pool, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Winter Sports
Other events
N/A
Ratings
Features: 8/10
Value for Money: 8.5/10
User friendliness: 10/10
Customer Service: 8/10
Promotions: 7/10
Overall: 8/10
Promotions
New customers get a 50% cash match bonus (up to £25) when you place a single bet at odds of evens or greater.
Thursday 31 December 2009
Wednesday 30 December 2009
Bet Chronicle
Background
Bet Chronicle (also known as Chronicle Bookmakers) is part of the Global Betting Exchange group. It was founded in 1985 and is licenced in Ireland, the Isle of Man and the United Kingdom.
The layout of the website is very simple and, therefore, easy to navigate. The range of markets is good with a focus on horse racing, being the leading on-course layer in both Ireland and the UK. Payouts appear to be quick and painless.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via email and their telephone helpdesk is open 9am - 10pm Mon to Sat and 9am - 6pm on Sunday.
Quick Facts
URL: www.betchronicle.com
Email: info@betchronicle.com
Phone: +353-1-673-3498
Licenced: Ireland, Isle of Man, United Kingdom
Founded: 1985
Odds Format: EU, UK,
Software: GBE Software
Deposit methods
Delta, Laser, MasterCard, Solo, Switch, Visa
Currencies
Euro, UK Pound Sterling
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Baseball, Basketball, Cricket, Gaelic Games, Golf, Greyhound Racing, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Tennis
Other events
Financials
Ratings
Features: 8/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 7/10
Customer Service: 8/10
Promotions: 8/10
Overall: 8/10
Promotions
You’ll get £25 in free bets as a new customer. Enter the promotional code "BET25".
Bet Chronicle (also known as Chronicle Bookmakers) is part of the Global Betting Exchange group. It was founded in 1985 and is licenced in Ireland, the Isle of Man and the United Kingdom.
The layout of the website is very simple and, therefore, easy to navigate. The range of markets is good with a focus on horse racing, being the leading on-course layer in both Ireland and the UK. Payouts appear to be quick and painless.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via email and their telephone helpdesk is open 9am - 10pm Mon to Sat and 9am - 6pm on Sunday.
Quick Facts
URL: www.betchronicle.com
Email: info@betchronicle.com
Phone: +353-1-673-3498
Licenced: Ireland, Isle of Man, United Kingdom
Founded: 1985
Odds Format: EU, UK,
Software: GBE Software
Deposit methods
Delta, Laser, MasterCard, Solo, Switch, Visa
Currencies
Euro, UK Pound Sterling
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Baseball, Basketball, Cricket, Gaelic Games, Golf, Greyhound Racing, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Tennis
Other events
Financials
Ratings
Features: 8/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 7/10
Customer Service: 8/10
Promotions: 8/10
Overall: 8/10
Promotions
You’ll get £25 in free bets as a new customer. Enter the promotional code "BET25".
Victor Chandler
Background
Victor Chandler (VC Bet) has been around for over 60 years and has established a reputation for integrity and honesty. Although VC Bet is licenced in Gibraltor, it is regulated in the UK.
The sports coverage is excellent and while their fixed odds won’t astound you, VC Bet won’t restrict your bets, unlike other bookmakers.
The website is fast and reliable, yet nice and simple, which is the way it should be. Upcoming events take precedence, yet smaller markets are still easy to find.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via telephone and email. The response is quick and the staff are helpful and experienced.
Quick Facts
URL: www.victorchandler.com
Email: accountqueries@vcint.com
Phone: 08000 61 28 09
Licenced: Gibraltor
Founded: 1994
Odds Format: EU, UK,
Software: Proprietary Software
Deposit methods
1-Pay, Bank Wire, Cheque, Click2Pay, Delta, EcoCard, InstaCash, Laser, Maestro, MasterCard, Moneybookers, Neteller, Pay888, Pay2, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron, Western Union
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Danish Krone, Euro, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Korean Won, New Taiwan Dollar, New Zealand Dollar, Norwegian Krone, Renminbi, Old Romanian Leu, Singapore Dollar, Swedish Krona, Swiss Franc, Thai Baht, UK Pound Sterling, US Dollar
Languages
Chinese, Danish, English, Greek, Hebrew, Korean, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish
Sports
Athletics, American Football, Aussie Rules, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Dogs, Gaelic Games, Golf, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Netball, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, speedway, Tennis, Yachting, Winter Sports
Other events
Politics
Ratings
Features: 8/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 9/10
Customer Service: 9/10
Promotions: 10/10
Overall: 9/10
Promotions
You’ll get £100 in free bets as a new customer. If you’re based in the UK, you’ll also get £25 in Casino chips with no deposit required.
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
Victor Chandler (VC Bet) has been around for over 60 years and has established a reputation for integrity and honesty. Although VC Bet is licenced in Gibraltor, it is regulated in the UK.
The sports coverage is excellent and while their fixed odds won’t astound you, VC Bet won’t restrict your bets, unlike other bookmakers.
The website is fast and reliable, yet nice and simple, which is the way it should be. Upcoming events take precedence, yet smaller markets are still easy to find.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via telephone and email. The response is quick and the staff are helpful and experienced.
Quick Facts
URL: www.victorchandler.com
Email: accountqueries@vcint.com
Phone: 08000 61 28 09
Licenced: Gibraltor
Founded: 1994
Odds Format: EU, UK,
Software: Proprietary Software
Deposit methods
1-Pay, Bank Wire, Cheque, Click2Pay, Delta, EcoCard, InstaCash, Laser, Maestro, MasterCard, Moneybookers, Neteller, Pay888, Pay2, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron, Western Union
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Danish Krone, Euro, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Korean Won, New Taiwan Dollar, New Zealand Dollar, Norwegian Krone, Renminbi, Old Romanian Leu, Singapore Dollar, Swedish Krona, Swiss Franc, Thai Baht, UK Pound Sterling, US Dollar
Languages
Chinese, Danish, English, Greek, Hebrew, Korean, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish
Sports
Athletics, American Football, Aussie Rules, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Dogs, Gaelic Games, Golf, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Netball, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, speedway, Tennis, Yachting, Winter Sports
Other events
Politics
Ratings
Features: 8/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 9/10
Customer Service: 9/10
Promotions: 10/10
Overall: 9/10
Promotions
You’ll get £100 in free bets as a new customer. If you’re based in the UK, you’ll also get £25 in Casino chips with no deposit required.
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
Canbet
Background
Canbet was established in 1995 and is a subsidiary of International All Sports Limited, which is an Australian publicly traded sportsbook. They are licenced in the UK and have built up a solid reputation.
The layout of the website is a bit limited in terms of layout and navigation. On the plus side the format is simple and clear. The range of markets can be limited, which is a disadvantage for those of us who like a punt on smaller markets.
One of the best things about Canbet is that they rarely limit customer stakes, unlike Stan James, who have been known to severely limit suspect player’s bets. Payout times are reputedly very quick as well.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via live chat, telephone and email. The quality of help can be inconsistent. However, the site contains a well informed help and rules section.
Quick Facts
URL: http://www.canbet.com/
Email: mail@canbet.com
Phone: 0800 7838833
Licenced: United Kingdom
Founded: 1995
Odds Format: EU, UK, US
Software: Proprietary Software
Deposit methods
Bank Wire, Cheque, Delta, InstaCash, Laser, MasterCard, Moneybookers, Neteller, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Euro, UK Pound Sterling, US Dollar
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Aussie Rules, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Golf, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Netball, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Tennis, Yachting, Winter Sports
Other events
Entertainment, Politics, Reality shows
Ratings
Features: 6/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 6/10
Customer Service: 8/10
Promotions: 9/10
Overall: 7/10
Promotions
Join Canbet and make your first bet of £25 or more and receive a £25 bonus bet.
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
Canbet was established in 1995 and is a subsidiary of International All Sports Limited, which is an Australian publicly traded sportsbook. They are licenced in the UK and have built up a solid reputation.
The layout of the website is a bit limited in terms of layout and navigation. On the plus side the format is simple and clear. The range of markets can be limited, which is a disadvantage for those of us who like a punt on smaller markets.
One of the best things about Canbet is that they rarely limit customer stakes, unlike Stan James, who have been known to severely limit suspect player’s bets. Payout times are reputedly very quick as well.
Customer Service
Customer support is 24/7 via live chat, telephone and email. The quality of help can be inconsistent. However, the site contains a well informed help and rules section.
Quick Facts
URL: http://www.canbet.com/
Email: mail@canbet.com
Phone: 0800 7838833
Licenced: United Kingdom
Founded: 1995
Odds Format: EU, UK, US
Software: Proprietary Software
Deposit methods
Bank Wire, Cheque, Delta, InstaCash, Laser, MasterCard, Moneybookers, Neteller, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Euro, UK Pound Sterling, US Dollar
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Aussie Rules, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Golf, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Netball, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Tennis, Yachting, Winter Sports
Other events
Entertainment, Politics, Reality shows
Ratings
Features: 6/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 6/10
Customer Service: 8/10
Promotions: 9/10
Overall: 7/10
Promotions
Join Canbet and make your first bet of £25 or more and receive a £25 bonus bet.
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
Friday 4 December 2009
Skybet
Background
Skybet is part of BskyB, and as part of one of the largest companies in the UK, it offers good credibility and reliability. They are a publicly traded company and are licensed and regulated in the UK. Live betting is a major focus and with digital TV offers handy interactive betting. The site is easy to navigate, bet placement is sound and secure enough not to be placing the wrong the bet by mistake, thanks in part to a redesign in 2005. There is a sizeable range of events from football to virtual racing.
The ‘Max Bet’ feature is extremely useful, allowing you to see how much you can bet. In the past, Skybet has been criticised for being too pricey, but there has been a vast improvement in the last few years.
Customer Service
Skybet boasts 24/7 customer support and with help for visually impaired users, their customer service is second-to-none. An in-depth FAQ is a helpful addition.
Quick Facts
URL: http://www.skybet.com/
Email: help@skybet.com
Phone: 0800 0724 777
Licenced: United Kingdom
Founded: 2000
Odds Format: EU, UK
Software: Orbis
Deposit methods
Bank Wire, Delta, Laser, MasterCard, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Euro, UK Pound Sterling, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Athletics, Aussie Rules, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Darts, Golf, Greyhound Racing, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Speedway, Tennis, UFC, Virtual Racing, Winter Sports
Other events
Entertainment, Politics
Ratings
Features: 8.5/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 8/10
Customer Service: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
Promotions
For new customers, Skybet will match your first bet (up to £10).
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
Skybet is part of BskyB, and as part of one of the largest companies in the UK, it offers good credibility and reliability. They are a publicly traded company and are licensed and regulated in the UK. Live betting is a major focus and with digital TV offers handy interactive betting. The site is easy to navigate, bet placement is sound and secure enough not to be placing the wrong the bet by mistake, thanks in part to a redesign in 2005. There is a sizeable range of events from football to virtual racing.
The ‘Max Bet’ feature is extremely useful, allowing you to see how much you can bet. In the past, Skybet has been criticised for being too pricey, but there has been a vast improvement in the last few years.
Customer Service
Skybet boasts 24/7 customer support and with help for visually impaired users, their customer service is second-to-none. An in-depth FAQ is a helpful addition.
Quick Facts
URL: http://www.skybet.com/
Email: help@skybet.com
Phone: 0800 0724 777
Licenced: United Kingdom
Founded: 2000
Odds Format: EU, UK
Software: Orbis
Deposit methods
Bank Wire, Delta, Laser, MasterCard, Solo, Switch, Visa, Visa Electron
Currencies
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Euro, UK Pound Sterling, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar
Languages
English
Sports
American Football, Athletics, Aussie Rules, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Darts, Golf, Greyhound Racing, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Rugby, Snooker, Soccer, Speedway, Tennis, UFC, Virtual Racing, Winter Sports
Other events
Entertainment, Politics
Ratings
Features: 8.5/10
Value for Money: 8/10
User friendliness: 8/10
Customer Service: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
Promotions
For new customers, Skybet will match your first bet (up to £10).
Always read the terms and conditions of free bets, they are included in the above link.
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