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Editors' Picks - Best Online Bookmakers

1.Sportsbook.com

 
 
   10/10

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Sportsbook.com are leaders in basketball, American football and hockey sports betting with a huge selection of markets and odds offered.

Sportsbook.com caters for recreational sports bettors as well as very large customers who visit this sportsbook as a one-stop shop for all their wagering needs. Customers value the very professional customer service and tight lines.

Sportsbook.com are confident enough in their ability to provide betting tools and analysis to their customers, especially as the odds are tight enough for them to only make a low margin profit on their turnover.

Overall, an impressive betting company, which also offers sleek casino and poker products when the sports have finished for the day.

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Hits

  • 10% bonus on first deposit

2.Bodog

 
 
   10/10

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Bodog is licensed in the UK, so you can be sure that you�re dealing with an experienced bookmaker within a highly-regulated environment.~

You can be guaranteed a friendly welcome at Bodog, due to their educational website and helpful customer service. Bodog offer a first-class betting service on all North American sports, so it�s well worth opening an account to make sure you get the tightest lines, an impressive In-Play service and a pretty quick pay-out.

Bodog offers a 10% bonus on all first-time deposits

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Hits

  • Very easy-to-navigate website for new and existing customers alike.
  • Superb North American betting service in terms of odds and range of markets.
  • Well-versed and polite customer service.


 

3.Players Only

 
 
   10/10

10% Free Bet

Whether you like to bet on US sports or not, it�s well worth a visit to Players Only for the novelty value alone. However, it�s naturally the basketball, American football and hockey enthusiasts who are going to have a field day with the markets and odds being offered. One imagines that there are several betting customers out there who visit this sportsbook as a one-stop shop for all their wagering needs, especially those that like to bet large amounts and like some very professional customer service in return.

There�s no denying that the website and graphics are truly cutting-edge and, while it might not be to everyone�s taste, the flash animation is a neat touch.

Players Only are confident enough in their own ability to provide betting tools and analysis to their customers, especially as the odds are tight enough for them to only make a low margin profit on their turnover. Overall, an impressive betting company, which also offers sleek casino and poker products when the sports have finished for the day.

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Hits

  • Dynamic website with cutting-edge graphics � about as user-friendly as it gets
  • They are undoubtedly a market leader as far as betting on US sports is concerned
  • Customer service is also well above average, if only every sportsbook had a Help Cente

4.Ladbrokes

 
 
   10/10

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Speak to most online punters and they�re likely to have a Ladbrokes account.  Ladbrokes are the largest online sportsbook and they provide a comprehensive range of markets.  Ladbrokes offers excellent odds and their customer service representatives are knowledgeable.  Ladbrokes are secure and have a reputation for integrity.

The firm has a very strong sports trading department and covers all US sports. No US citizens are allowed to register with the site.

Bet on North American Sports with the World's Largest Bookmaker Ladbrokes

 

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Hits

  • They are a massive betting company and, as such, they�re pretty much the safest ones to bet with.
  • Strong customer service, always seems to be well-manned.
  • Huge range of languages available

5.Stan James

 
 
   9/10

$40 Free Bet

Stan James are a quality bookmaker who are reliable, who have great early prices, and who have enhanced odds.  During the past ten years, Stan James have built a reputation for innovative markets, for value prices and especially for In-Running betting.

We rank them as one of the top three bookmakers for In-Running betting and they are well worth including in your list of selected bookmakers.

Stan James does not accept customers based in the US.

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Hits

  • Excellent In-Play service, providing tight margins in real time.
  • Website interface is attractive and easy-to-navigate 
  • Generally provide extra value to customers with enhanced odds and special markets

 

6.Victor Chandler

 
 
   8/10

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Victor Chandler is a solid bookmaker and it�s hard to find too many faults with this online sportsbook. Their website is fast and reliable, finding your market is a doddle and the odds are always of a good standard.

It�s clear that they have listened to customer feedback over the years and developed a service which ensures customer loyalty. You should find betting with them a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Victor Chandler is not open to American residents.

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Hits

  • You won't find your account restricted if you hit a winning run
  • Impressive range of Asian Handicap markets (where margins are traditionally tighter than normal odds)
  • A bookie who look after their customers in terms of cashback offers and good customer service

7.Bet365

 
 
   9/10

$100 Free Bet

Most self-respecting Crunchsports readers have a bet365 account. With a great sign-up bonus and fantastic customer service we are confident you will be happy with a Bet365 betting account.  An added bonus when you sign-up is that you'll get access to their live streaming service which screens live sports for free online.

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Hits

  • Quick, easy-to-use website taking you to wide range of markets
  •  Strong In-Play betting service, covering virtually every live event.
  • Very reputable brand, fair-minded and efficient customer service.

8.SportingBet

 
 
   8/10

$40 Free Bet

Sportingbet provide a first-class betting service (in terms of market coverage and competitive odds) to customers in a range of languages. They also have possibly the most generous open account offer in the business.  No US citizens can register with the site.

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Hits

  • Great odds on a range of sports
  • Excellent global coverage � a good bookie to have an account with, no matter what your language or favourite sports are.
  • Strong free bet offering of up to �25 / $40  in Free Bets

9.Betfair

 
 
   8/10

$50 Free Bet

Betfair was set up in August 1999 by Andrew "Bert" Black and Edward Wray.  Unlike fixed odds bookmakers such as William Hill, Ladbrokes and Coral, betfair is a betting exchange, allowing customers to choose whether to back a selection or instead effectively act as the bookmaker themself and lay a selection instead.

Betfair is now the World's biggest betting exchange and has revolutionised the betting industry in the process.

Betfair is now opening to Canadians for the first time in history and all Canadian residents can claim $50 free.

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Hits

  • Amazing interface
  • Better odds on the more popular markets
  • Betfair Starting Price product
  • Ability to lay as well as back

10.Blue Square

 
 
   8/10

$40 Free Bet

Blue Square was launched in May 1999 and has grown into one of the biggest online UK betting companies. In January 2003, the company was acquired by Rank, a leading UK entertainment and leisure company. They now claim to have over 750,000 customers and have certainly come a long way since they were established.

 

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Hits

  • Strong range of markets
  • Plenty of additional content, such as bluesq TV, i-Bar and Radio Centre

11.Paddy Power

 
 
   9/10

$50 Free Bet

Having an account with Paddy Power can be a rewarding experience, not least because you can get cashback or even paid out despite backing a losing selection. Their odds are nearly always competitive and there is plenty of choice for those looking for a variety of angles on a sporting event. Their special markets are also imaginative, entertaining and often provide some decent value to boot!  Paddypower does not accept wagers from US citizens.

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Hits

  • They have some excellent traders who provide tight odds and a vast range of markets
  • Ridiculously early pay-outs � sometimes on matches which haven�t yet taken place! Superb range of special bets


 

12.Coral

 
 
   10/10

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Coral is one of the largest sportsbooks run out of the UK. They have been online since 1997, joining forces with Eurobet.com in 1999 to become Coral Eurobet. Coral's odds are generally more competitive than Hills and Ladbrokes.  US Citizens cannot wager with Coral.

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Hits

  • One of the most familiar and respected names in the British bookmaking industry with over 75 years experience.
  • First-class racing service, incorporating competitive odds and enhanced place-terms.

13.Boylesports

 
 
   9/10

$30 Free Bet

Boylesport was established in 1989 and they are Ireland's largest independent bookmaker.

Managing director John Boyle is keen to nurture a sense of customer loyalty through competitive products and a top class level of service.

When you sign-up use the Boylesports promotion code "MAXIMUMBONUS" to guarantee the maximum new user deposit offer.

You'll get the Boylesports free bet of $30 FREE when you join Boylesports

Click here to apply for a Boylesports betting account

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Hits

  • Excellent customer service, including live chat
  • Give other bookies a run for their money on the big football matches

14.Pinnacle Sports

 
 
   10/10

$500 Free Bet

Pinnacle Sports have the tightest spreads in the industry and offer the largest wagering limits. In the ten years that they have run their sports betting operation they have established a loyal following of sports bettors and have built a reputation for trust and integrity that is second to none.  No US players can register with the site.

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Hits

  • Extremely good odds on North American sports and Asian Handicaps on football.
  • Fantastic $500 bonus � providing you are prepared to deposit $5000!

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