Head to head · 🇿🇦
ScoreBet vs Sportingbet
Sportingbet edges it overall (8.3 vs 7.2), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. Sportingbet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
ScoreBet
Kimberley bookmaker with a no-FICA sign-up bonus and staged deposit matches
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
100% first deposit match up to R5,000 + free spins
Sportingbet
International pedigree with local Rand focus
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
100% first deposit match
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Ratings compared
| Category | ScoreBet | Sportingbet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.1 | 8.3 |
| Markets | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Bonuses | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| App | 6.6 | 8.6 |
| Payments | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| Support | 5.6 | 8.0 |
| Typical football margin | 9.0% | 6.0% |
| Overall | 7.2 | 8.3 |
Features compared
| Feature | ScoreBet | Sportingbet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live streaming | – | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | – | ✓ |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | ✓ |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | – |
| iOS app | – | ✓ |
| Android app | ✓ | ✓ |
Why choose ScoreBet
- ✓R20 sign-up bonus with no FICA documents needed
- ✓Bonuses on the first three deposits
- ✓Acca boosts up to 35% and money back when one leg loses
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Capitec Pay · Direct EFT · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Why choose Sportingbet
- ✓Competitive odds on major football leagues
- ✓Smooth, modern app
- ✓Bet builder on big matches
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Frequently asked questions
Is ScoreBet or Sportingbet better?
In our ratings Sportingbet scores higher overall (8.3/10 vs 7.2/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, ScoreBet or Sportingbet?
Sportingbet 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 ScoreBet and Sportingbet?
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.