888sport is the sports betting brand of a company that has a long history in online gambling, with plenty of success. Established 2008, 888sport has quickly become a strong option for online sports bettors and gamblers in 200 countries worldwide.
888 Holdings plc is a company that was a pioneer in online gaming. They were established all way back in 1997, several years before iGaming became an international phenomenon. Those who played back in those days may remember Pacific Poker and Casino-on-Net. Both of these sites were once owned and operated by 888.
888sport has offices in Gibraltar, where they are licensed under the Gambling Act of 2005. 888 also holds a license from the UK Gambling Commission. In addition to sports betting, 888 provide players with online casino gambling and poker, all from the same account.
3x Sign-Up Bonus
Those who sign up for a new account at 888sport will be able to take advantage of a promotion that could pay them up to 3x their winnings on their first wager placed at 888sport.
Players are only eligible for this bonus if they have a new account at 888sport. Those who signed up previously at another 888 brand, such as 888Casino or 888poker, are not able to take part in the promotion.
After making their first deposit, you can wager up to $10 on any bet that has odds of 1.5 or higher. If you win your wager, 888sport will triple their winnings within 72 hours.
The 3x bonus is paid in the form of free bets, not cash directly deposited into player accounts.
The 3x Sign-Up Bonus is available for players from all jurisdictions that sign up at 888sports. However, players from the United Kingdom and Ireland are not eligible for the promotion if they deposit through e-wallets, Neteller, and Skrill.
Promotions
888sport has a long list of promotions that are frequently updated for a variety of different sports and markets. It’s tough to gauge their true value, but they are fresh every few weeks and makes it a lot more fun to log into 888sport.
Betting Markets and Odds
As far as markets and interface go, 888sport passes with flying colors. Their odds stretch across the entire globe, and if there is an event with money being taken on it, chances are you will find it available at 888sport.
The one minor issue with some bookmakers that mostly cater to Western Europeans customers run into is their markets are often too focused on Irish or UK sports. 888sport runs into a little bit into this problem, but they have so many markets, it may be hard to notice.
Their in-play betting options are elite. 888 goes far beyond adjusted sides, moneylines, and totals when live betting. Punters can wager on each play or possession of a variety of sports, such as football, American football, basketball, tennis and much more. Simply put, 888sport is a live bettor’s dream.
888sport has some impressive betting limits for a middle-tier bookmaker. The book can be utilized by small stakes bettors and those who wish to bet five figures.
Maximum payouts vary depending on the sports. For most major football leagues, like the English Premier League, Spanish Primera, and other top flights contests, including internationals, they are set at £250,000.
This changes quite a bit depending on the market. For instance, Eastern European football is going to have significantly lower limits than the top leagues in Europe. The reasoning for that should be obvious.
One complaint we’ve heard from punters in recent years is that 888sport is quick to limit players who begin to win. They’ve been faster than other large bookmakers at doing this according to recent reports.
Excellent Support
888sport offers support in several languages, including Spanish, Swedish, German, Danish, and French. 888 used to have a reputation for poor support, but the brand made it a priority over the last several years to improve.
They are one of the few large online bookmakers that doesn’t offer 24/7 support. However, they are available (usually with just a few minutes wait time) through email, phone, and live chat during business hours.
Cashier
There is no charge for deposits or withdrawals at 888. The only time a player may incur fees is when they request a bank wire, due to fees charged by the intermediary and receiving banks. However, most players won’t likely be utilizing this method.
The list of deposit methods available at 888 is extensive. Most players will use the most popular options, such as debit and credit card, and e-wallets. They accept all three major e-wallets Skrill, Neteller, and PayPal. Each of these methods is instant and has large deposit limits. The minimum deposit at 888 is £10 or the currency equivalent.
Speeds at 888 are excellent and faster than most betting sites. Withdrawals may take several business days to be processed, but this is a maximum timeframe rather than the norm. Some players have reported withdrawals back to e-wallets in just a few hours.
Overall
While not yet elite, 888sport is one of the best middle to upper tier sportsbooks on the web. Regarding in-play betting software and markets, there are few bookmakers that can match what they bring to the table. They pay players quickly, have a name that has been in the industry for nearly 20 years and their odds are competitive. There are areas where they need improvement but are slowly becoming one of the best bookmakers online.