Recommended Bookmaker Information
In order to get the best prices available, bettors really should have several bookmaker accounts. This is plain common sense as the best prices available tend to disappear quickly and what might not be available at one bookmaker could still be there at a competitor.
This list is a selection of bookmakers which we believe should be considered for betting accounts based upon the following simple criteria :
- Selection of odds
- Betting limits
- Client security
- Ease of Site Navigation
- Deposit & Withdrawal.
Pinnacle
Pinnacle $500
Pretty much an essential book in our view.
They offer a very wide scope of sports with very competitive odds. Limits are decent with well over £1K available on most early prices in high profile sports and leagues such as the Premiership. Smaller leagues have lower limits but they are still ample enough to accomodate most bettors in order to get a piece of the action.
Security seems excellent with a very stringent sign up procedure whilst withdrawals are processed in reasonable time although only 1 free withdrawal is permitted per month.
Their sign up offer for new customers is one of the best around with a 10% bonus up to $500
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Paddy Power
Paddy Power £30
Open an account with Paddy Power, place a single bet of £30 and receive another 3 free bets of £10 for the next 3 weeks. Paddy Power run regular Cash Back incentives on all sports and the opportunity to ‘Bet in Play’ on a whole host of sports.
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Betfair
Betfair £25
Not strictly a bookmaker but this betting exchange is a must have for any serious punter.
The site has cutting edge technology including live video for various tennis and football matches. In-play markets on a huge variety of sports and the option of course to choose your own price and hope it gets matched.
Security on the site is excellent and withdrawals are prompt. Most people will surely have Betfair already but if you don't we advise that you sign up quickly.
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Stan James
A smaller, traditional UK bookmaker but well worth having in your portfolio.
They are often early with their prices and it's not surprising to see them frequently with standout odds. What makes them more likeable and customer friendly though is their excellent customer service.
In many years of betting we have never had any problems with this book and they sort out any disagreements fairly and promptly. They are also one of the fastest bookmakers to payout, something some of their competitors cannot claim to be.
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William Hill, Ladbrokes, VC Bet, Coral / Eurobet
These are well established UK bookmakers with little to choose between them.
All very reliable and have been established for a long time. Their odds compilers are renowned to be some of the shrewdest around. They do have better limits than most.
VC Bet £50
Totesport + Blue Square
Smaller than the big 4 but reputable books in their own right and offer some standout prices particularly on lower league football.
Totesport £25 |
Blue Square £25 + £25 |
Sporting Index
Sporting Index £100
The leading Spread Betting company and it is fair to say their market share is being crowded by Betfair, but they still offer something individual to their clients.
The rewards are clear, if you know your market well then you can make a lot of money through this type of betting, of course if you get it wrong, you are far more liable to more substantial losses.
So sensible advice is to impose limits unless you really know what you are doing. Positives include regular bonuses and promotions plus your winnings go directly into your bank account rather than having to wait for market settlement.
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