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Hollywoodbets vs Tic Tac Bets
Hollywoodbets edges it overall (8.5 vs 7.5), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. Tic Tac Bets 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
Tic Tac Bets
Northern Cape and North West favourite with weekly cashback
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
100% first deposit match up to R5,000
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Ratings compared
| Category | Hollywoodbets | Tic Tac Bets |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| Markets | 8.6 | 7.6 |
| Bonuses | 8.8 | 7.8 |
| App | 8.4 | 6.6 |
| Payments | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Support | 8.4 | 5.6 |
| Typical football margin | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Overall | 8.5 | 7.5 |
Features compared
| Feature | Hollywoodbets | Tic Tac Bets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Tic Tac Bets
- ✓Up to 10% weekly cashback on sports and Lucky Numbers
- ✓Data-free site
- ✓Branches for cash deposits in North West, Northern Cape and KZN
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · Apple Pay / Samsung Pay · SnapScan · Zapper · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Switching between Hollywoodbets and Tic Tac Bets?
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hollywoodbets or Tic Tac Bets better?
In our ratings Hollywoodbets scores higher overall (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, Hollywoodbets or Tic Tac Bets?
Tic Tac Bets typically has the lower margin on football (7.1%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both Hollywoodbets and Tic Tac Bets?
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.