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Hollywoodbets vs Sunbet
Hollywoodbets edges it overall (8.5 vs 7.4), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. Sunbet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
Hollywoodbets
South Africa's favourite for horse racing and Lucky Numbers
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
R25 free bet + 50 free spins on sign-up
Sunbet
Sun International's online sportsbook and casino, with low margins on the big football leagues
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
No sports welcome bonus currently
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Ratings compared
| Category | Hollywoodbets | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.8 | 8.6 |
| Markets | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.8 | 6.0 |
| App | 8.4 | 7.0 |
| Payments | 9.2 | 7.0 |
| Support | 8.4 | 6.5 |
| Typical football margin | 7.5% | 5.1% |
| Overall | 8.5 | 7.4 |
Features compared
| Feature | Hollywoodbets | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | – |
| Bet builder | ✓ | – |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | – |
| iOS app | ✓ | – |
| Android app | ✓ | – |
| Data-light site | ✓ | – |
| Jackpots | ✓ | – |
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
Why choose Sunbet
- ✓Low football margins: about 5% on 1X2 in our sample
- ✓Deep Kambi markets on the major leagues
- ✓Backed by Sun International, a long-established South African gambling group
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Frequently asked questions
Is Hollywoodbets or Sunbet better?
In our ratings Hollywoodbets scores higher overall (8.5/10 vs 7.4/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, Hollywoodbets or Sunbet?
Sunbet typically has the lower margin on football (5.1%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both Hollywoodbets and Sunbet?
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.