|Horse racing is a feature of Bet365, with markets on all Australian races as well as plenty more from overseas. I have found betting on it to be quite easy – as well as a ‘next to jump’ feature on the home page of the site, there is also a horse racing tab which allows you to scroll through all the Australian and international races ‘coming up today’ and in the days ahead.
In my opinion, one aspect of the interface here which is arguably lacking in comparison to some competitors is the fact that there is no way to easily see all the races which are coming up next once you click into the horse racing tab.
While there is a ‘next to jump’ feature at the top, there are only three races listed here and no ability to scroll further. Below that, each race is listed and the time it will jump made clear, but they aren’t chronologically ordered so finding the next races is a matter of scrolling through and manually looking at the times – unless you click back to the home page.
Aside from this though, betting on racing with this bookie is a fairly seamless process. Once you click into a race, I have found that both the fixed odds and the tote are easily accessible.
With features like the odds drift protector (which means if the fixed win odds of the horse you bet on happen to drift after you place your bet, you’ll get the increased odds at the time of the jump should you win) and the fact that they offer returns from the top of the three national totes, I have found that you’re able to earn more from your wins than with most other agencies!
Overall, horse racing is a strong feature of this bookie, and given that Bet365 are one of the biggest bookmakers in the world – I don’t think it should come as such a surprise that this aspect of their company is so well-developed!
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In my opinion, the range of sports markets available on Bet365 is virtually unmatched, with every sport that you know and love, and likely a few more, all available to bet on! From football and basketball through to cross country skiing and table tennis, Bet365 covers it all, and also generally boasts a wide range of markets on the sports and leagues it does offer odds for in my experience.
The site orders the markets in quite a logical way. After selecting your relevant sport from the tab on the left-hand side of the screen, you’ll then be taken to a page with a few featured upcoming matches from that given sport, before leagues and tournaments are listed separately below, with the most popular taking pride of place at the top, and the more obscure events found further down the page.
Overall, I think the sports betting side of Bet365 is a strength of theirs. There are plenty of markets on a huge range of different sports, the odds are up there with the best in the business, and your betting options are generally relatively easy to locate!
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I feel as though it’s a general consensus that every bookmaker in the modern day is in need of a decent mobile app, and this is because, many punters are preferring the flexibility of betting on their handheld mobile device versus that of a computer. So, let’s take a look at what Bet365 have to offer in this space!
Like their website, the Bet365 mobile app – which is available for both iOS and Android devices – is well laid-out and extremely easy to use. In terms of navigation, it’s among the best in the industry – they’ve squeezed a lot into a small space while maintaining a minimalist feel, and navigating between different screens is extremely efficient. This is a major tick in their favour because the most consistent problem I have found with bookie’s mobile apps is that they feel heavy and have a tendency to lag, something Bet365 have avoided.
There are however, albeit rarely, some issues which occasionally arise with the app, and these, of course, can be a source of frustration for users. I have found one to be that the app has a tendency to simply close out of nowhere at times, which is certainly irritating when you’re about to place a bet. Another is that, at times, when you click on an event, the pop-up screen which shows the odds is simply blank. This is usually rectified by simply closing and reopening the app, but nonetheless it’s a little annoying.
On the whole, however, the Bet365 platform is a good one in my opinion. The most important features of an app are executed well, and with the exception of the aforementioned annoyances it’s one of the best on the market.
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In this review, I will talk you through all that you need to know about the Bet365 App, including its top features, how to download it, and a whole lot more.
Bet365 has a number of great features that separate them from competitors, and I have found these to be some of the most notable:
I believe this to be a great and unique addition to the Bet365 experience. It basically means that, if you place a bet on a racing market and the odds at the jump are longer than they were when you placed the bet, if your runner wins, you’ll receive the odds from the jump!
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Of course, it depends on the market, but by and large I have found the odds available with Bet365 are among the best in the industry. For both sports and racing, you’ll get as much bang for your buck as with any bookie in the country!
If you don’t like using your credit/debit card to deposit and withdraw, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the range of options Bet365 has in this regard. In fact, they have more than any other bookmaker I’ve seen, ensuring you’ll be able to find something that suits you.
You can place live bets on a host of different events with Bet365. And, what’s more, you can also tune into the action of a number of different racing and sports leagues and events, direct on the Bet365 site
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As with an increasing number of betting services, Bet365 Australia now offers live streaming on select events, both on their desktop site as well as on their app. The bigger leagues like the AFL and NRL aren’t available but there is still plenty of choice. The sports you can stream with them include select games from the world of soccer, tennis, basketball, squash, darts, cricket and snooker, while races from South Australia and Victoria are also streamed live.
As always, there is a caveat – to have access to the live streaming you need to either have funds in your account, or have placed a bet using Bet365 in the last 24 hours. This is the case with most betting agencies and isn’t a particularly difficult requirement to fulfil, but it’s worth keeping in mind.
Perhaps one of the only slightly irritating elements of Bet365 live streaming that I have come across is the fact that often, videos begin automatically when you open a page, so if you’re at work or somewhere else where you shouldn’t be punting make sure you have your volume down! Aside from that, however, I find live streaming to be a valuable addition to this bookie!
*Watch Live Sport – You can watch live sport on your mobile, tablet or desktop including Soccer, Tennis and Basketball. All you need is a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours to qualify. Under Australian law, we are required to inform you that Live Streaming on bet365 is exempt from Parts 3 and 4 of the Broadcasting Services (Online Content Service Provider Rules) 2018.
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Like with all other betting agencies in Australia, you need to physically call up to make an in-play bet with Bet365. This doesn’t have to be a major issue and the process is still relatively streamlined – upon clicking on the bet you wish to make; a pop-up will appear with the option to call an advisor. This can be done both on a computer via the desktop page, or through the app on another device, and in both cases, you are given a reference number to quote once you connect to an agent.
Obviously, the major issue with this system – and one which all betting sites in Australia have to deal with – is the speed with which game circumstances and subsequently the odds change. As a result, it’s vital that the process is as fast as possible to minimise this problem. Bet365 generally does a decent job of this, however the time between when you click to call and when the bet is placed is certainly longer than with a couple of other agencies. They are far from the worst though, and the volume of in-play betting options is more than sufficient to offset this.
Overall, though, I definitely think that Bet365’s in-play betting system is one of the better ones going around!
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|I have found process of opening an account with Bet365 to be a relatively standard one. A ‘join’ button on the top right section of the screen begins the onboarding process, and from there it’s simply a matter of filling in your details.
For the most part these are typical of joining every betting agency – you’ll need to provide your name, date of birth, email address and a contact number, before coming up with a username and a password for your account. You also need to provide details of where you live – something standard across all betting agencies as the legalities surrounding what you can and can’t do vary from country to country and even state to state.
You’ll then be able to fill in a number of preferences – things like what type of odds display you would like, whether you wish to set a deposit limit, and what your time zone is – to customise your experience. Upon clicking the ‘Join Bet365’ button at the end of the screen, any mandatory fields which haven’t been filled in will light up in orange.
Identity verification needs to then be completed within 30 days. To do this, you can send through a scan of a recent bank statement or a utility bill, or you can also have a letter sent to the address you’ve provided which contains a code, though this option is a little more labourious.
Most punters will be happy enough to simply use their credit or debit card to deposit and withdraw, and as a result these are the first options listed under the payment methods of virtually every bookie. After that, I have found that things tend to differ significantly, where some bookmakers are offering only very few alternatives while we see others offering plenty.
Bet365 falls into the latter category; in fact, they might have more options than any other bookie in Australia! Any payment methods you’ve ever considered using or even heard of are available with them – as are many you’ve likely never seen before. There are the more common options like PayPal and POLi, ewallets like Neteller and Skrill, plus a whole lot more.
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Is this a big tick in their favour? It really depends on the punter. Personally, we tend to stick to the basics, so whether there are a host of options is not too much of a concern. If you would prefer to use an option which is a little less common, however, you can be sure that it will be available with Bet365.
Overall, I have found the Bet365 withdrawal and deposit system is about as simple as it gets. There is a huge range of options, and money is returned quickly to your bank account.
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Check out this Bet365 Deposit & Withdrawal Ultimate Guide that I have made with an aim to answer the common questions about the payment processes that this bookie has.
