Head to head · 🇿🇦
ScoreBet vs Virgin Bet
Virgin Bet edges it overall (7.8 vs 7.2), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. Virgin Bet 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
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 | ScoreBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.1 | 7.6 |
| Markets | 7.4 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.2 | 8.0 |
| App | 6.6 | 8.4 |
| Payments | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| Support | 5.6 | 6.6 |
| Typical football margin | 9.0% | 8.1% |
| Overall | 7.2 | 7.8 |
Features compared
| Feature | ScoreBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live streaming | – | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | – | ✓ |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Early payout | – | ✓ |
| 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 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 ScoreBet or Virgin Bet better?
In our ratings Virgin Bet scores higher overall (7.8/10 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 Virgin Bet?
Virgin Bet typically has the lower margin on football (8.1%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both ScoreBet 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.