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FirstBet vs Hollywoodbets
Hollywoodbets edges it overall (8.5 vs 8.1), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. FirstBet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
FirstBet
Cape Town-born bookmaker with a big deposit match and fast payouts
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
100% first deposit match up to R10,000
Hollywoodbets
South Africa's favourite for horse racing and Lucky Numbers
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
R25 free bet + 50 free spins on sign-up
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Ratings compared
| Category | FirstBet | Hollywoodbets |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 8.3 | 7.8 |
| Markets | 7.8 | 8.6 |
| Bonuses | 8.4 | 8.8 |
| App | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| Payments | 8.6 | 9.2 |
| Support | 7.2 | 8.4 |
| Typical football margin | 6.0% | 7.5% |
| Overall | 8.1 | 8.5 |
Features compared
| Feature | FirstBet | Hollywoodbets |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | – | ✓ |
| Booking codes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Early payout | ✓ | – |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | ✓ |
| iOS app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data-light site | ✓ | ✓ |
| Jackpots | – | ✓ |
Why choose FirstBet
- ✓100% first deposit match up to R10,000
- ✓Wide range of deposit options, including Capitec Pay and vouchers
- ✓Data-free site and iOS, Android and Huawei apps
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Capitec Pay · Visa / Mastercard · Apple Pay / Google Pay · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher · Kazang
Why choose Hollywoodbets
- ✓Free bet and free spins on registration
- ✓Massive retail network for cash deposits and withdrawals
- ✓Excellent horse racing coverage
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Hollywoodbets branches · Kazang
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Frequently asked questions
Is FirstBet or Hollywoodbets better?
In our ratings Hollywoodbets scores higher overall (8.5/10 vs 8.1/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, FirstBet or Hollywoodbets?
FirstBet typically has the lower margin on football (6.0%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both FirstBet and Hollywoodbets?
Yes. Having accounts at several licensed bookmakers lets you take the best price on each bet and claim each welcome offer, subject to their terms.