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FirstBet vs Virgin Bet
FirstBet edges it overall (8.1 vs 7.8), winning 4 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
Virgin Bet
Kambi-powered sportsbook with racing streams and weekly acca rewards
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
No sports welcome bonus currently
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Ratings compared
| Category | FirstBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 8.3 | 7.6 |
| Markets | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.4 | 8.0 |
| App | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| Payments | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| Support | 7.2 | 6.6 |
| Typical football margin | 6.0% | 8.1% |
| Overall | 8.1 | 7.8 |
Features compared
| Feature | FirstBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live streaming | – | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | – | ✓ |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Early payout | ✓ | ✓ |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | – |
| iOS app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data-light site | ✓ | – |
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 Virgin Bet
- ✓Streams all UK and Irish racing
- ✓Weekly acca rewards and 2UP early payout
- ✓Highly rated iOS app
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Frequently asked questions
Is FirstBet or Virgin Bet better?
In our ratings FirstBet scores higher overall (8.1/10 vs 7.8/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, FirstBet or Virgin Bet?
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 Virgin Bet?
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.