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SportyBet vs Sunbet
SportyBet edges it overall (8.6 vs 7.4), winning 5 of our 6 rating categories. Sunbet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
SportyBet
Fast, data-light betting across Africa
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Sunbet
Sun International's online sportsbook and casino, with low margins on the big football leagues
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Ratings compared
| Category | SportyBet | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| Markets | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.4 | 6.0 |
| App | 9.2 | 7.0 |
| Payments | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| Support | 8.0 | 6.5 |
| Typical football margin | 6.5% | 5.1% |
| Overall | 8.6 | 7.4 |
Features compared
| Feature | SportyBet | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | – |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Mobile money | ✓ | – |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | – |
| iOS app | ✓ | – |
| Android app | ✓ | – |
| Data-light site | ✓ | – |
| Jackpots | ✓ | – |
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 South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow, Capitec Pay, PayShap) · Visa / Mastercard · Apple Pay / Google Pay · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
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 SportyBet or Sunbet better?
In our ratings SportyBet scores higher overall (8.6/10 vs 7.4/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, SportyBet 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 SportyBet 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.