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Review · Updated November 2026
Winamax review
Poker giant's sportsbook with no-wagering free bets and MyMatch bet builder
Our verdict
Winamax is a Paris-based operator best known for online poker, with licensed sportsbooks in Germany, Spain and Italy. In Germany it pays the betting tax itself and doubles your first deposit in free bets with no wagering; its MyMatch bet builder covers football, NBA, tennis, rugby, NHL and NFL.
Winamax is operated by Winamax SA. It is available in Germany, Spain and Italy. We rate it 7.8/10 overall, with its strongest scores for app & website and bonuses & promotions.
Odds-wise, Winamax's typical margin on top-flight football match result markets is around 8.8%, a little higher than the 5.5% average among the 4 other bookmakers we track in Germany. Popular sports include Football, Tennis, Basketball, Handball, Ice hockey.
Pros
- ✓No-wagering free bets in Germany; cash winnings on Italy's doubled-odds offer
- ✓Highly rated apps
- ✓Pays the German betting tax for you
Cons
- ✕Wider football margins than the sharpest books
- ✕Poor Trustpilot reviews about withdrawals and support
Winamax welcome offers by country
| Country | Offer | Licence | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇩🇪 Germany | First deposit doubled in free bets up to €100 Free bets have no wagering requirement; to withdraw, bet your deposit once (up to €100) at odds of 1.05+. | Licensed by the GGL (sports betting) | Visit Winamax |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 150% of losing bets back in free bets, up to €150 Losing bets placed within 30 days of your first deposit (minimum €15; bank transfers excluded) are refunded at 150% in free bets, up to €150. | Licensed by the DGOJ | Visit Winamax |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Doubled odds on your first bet (Quota Raddoppiata) Your first qualifying bet (stake up to €20, total odds 1.50+) is paid at double the odds, in cash with no wagering, within 7 days of your first deposit. | Licensed by ADM (concession 16042) | Visit Winamax |
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Features
- Live betting✓
- Live streaming✓
- Cash out✓
- Bet builder✓
- Booking codes–
- Edit bet–
- Acca bonus / boost–
- Early payout–
- Mobile money–
- Virtual sports–
- iOS app✓
- Android app✓
- Data-light site–
- Betting exchange–
- Jackpots–
Popular payment methods
Typical options — check the cashier for the full, current list.
🇩🇪 Germany
Visa / Mastercard · PayPal · Apple Pay · Klarna / Sofort · Paysafecard · Skrill · Neteller
🇪🇸 Spain
Visa / Mastercard · Bizum · PayPal · Apple Pay · Google Pay · Skrill · Neteller
🇮🇹 Italy
PostePay · PayPal · Visa / Mastercard
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Frequently asked questions
Is Winamax legit and licensed?
Winamax holds licences in the markets we list: Germany (the GGL (sports betting)); Spain (the DGOJ); Italy (ADM (concession 16042)). Only bet with Winamax where it is licensed for your country.
What is the Winamax welcome bonus?
In Germany, the current offer is: First deposit doubled in free bets up to €100. Free bets have no wagering requirement; to withdraw, bet your deposit once (up to €100) at odds of 1.05+. Offers differ by country and change regularly, so check the terms on the Winamax website before you sign up.
Does Winamax have an app?
Yes. Winamax offers an Android app and an iOS app.
How good are Winamax's odds?
On major football 1X2 markets Winamax's margin is typically around 8.8%, compared with an average of about 5.5% among its competitors in Germany. Lower margins mean better odds — compare live prices on our odds pages.