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SportyBet vs Virgin Bet
SportyBet edges it overall (8.6 vs 7.8), winning 6 of our 6 rating categories. SportyBet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
SportyBet
Fast, data-light betting across Africa
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Virgin Bet
Kambi-powered sportsbook with racing streams and weekly acca rewards
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No sports welcome bonus currently
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Ratings compared
| Category | SportyBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 8.2 | 7.6 |
| Markets | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.4 | 8.0 |
| App | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Payments | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Support | 8.0 | 6.6 |
| Typical football margin | 6.5% | 8.1% |
| Overall | 8.6 | 7.8 |
Features compared
| Feature | SportyBet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live streaming | – | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | – | ✓ |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Early payout | – | ✓ |
| 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 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 SportyBet or Virgin Bet better?
In our ratings SportyBet scores higher overall (8.6/10 vs 7.8/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, SportyBet or Virgin Bet?
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 SportyBet 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.