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SportPesa vs SportyBet
SportyBet edges it overall (8.6 vs 7.9), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. SportyBet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in Kenya, Tanzania.
SportPesa
Kenya's jackpot giant
🇰🇪 Welcome offer
Mega Jackpot & Midweek Jackpot
SportyBet
Fast, data-light betting across Africa
🇰🇪 Welcome offer
Welcome bonus
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Ratings compared
| Category | SportPesa | SportyBet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.6 | 8.2 |
| Markets | 7.8 | 8.6 |
| Bonuses | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| App | 8.0 | 9.2 |
| Payments | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Support | 7.6 | 8.0 |
| Typical football margin | 8.0% | 6.5% |
| Overall | 7.9 | 8.6 |
Features compared
| Feature | SportPesa | SportyBet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Booking codes | – | ✓ |
| Acca bonus / boost | – | ✓ |
| Mobile money | ✓ | ✓ |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | ✓ |
| iOS app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data-light site | ✓ | ✓ |
| Jackpots | ✓ | ✓ |
Why choose SportPesa
- ✓Huge jackpot prizes
- ✓Seamless M-Pesa deposits and withdrawals
- ✓SMS betting
Payments in Kenya
M-Pesa · Airtel Money
Why choose SportyBet
- ✓Extremely fast, lightweight app
- ✓Instant payouts to bank and mobile money
- ✓Booking codes are the most widely shared in Africa
- ✓Accumulator bonuses
Payments in Kenya
M-Pesa · Airtel Money
Frequently asked questions
Is SportPesa or SportyBet better?
In our ratings SportyBet scores higher overall (8.6/10 vs 7.9/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, SportPesa or SportyBet?
SportyBet typically has the lower margin on football (6.5%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both SportPesa and SportyBet?
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.