SportyBet Kenya Review 2024

SportyBet Promotions and Bonuses

There are a few promotions to take advantage of at SportyBet. Most promos expire after a short period, therefore no longer valid.

At the time of this writing, the only promo available was KARIBU GIFTS. We’ll, however, update the list of the bonuses as soon as SportyBet launches them.

That said, here’s a bonus you don’t want to miss:

Welcome Bonus

As a new player at SportyBet, great news! The bookie offers a warm welcome offer of up to Ksh. 1500 in cashback on your first deposit.

Here’s how to claim SportyBet’s welcome bonus:

• Create a SportyBet account
• Enter a deposit amount within the set limits
• Claim the offer

This is a great way to kick-start your betting journey at SportyBet. Unfortunately, there are no clear wagering terms, and the support team doesn’t seem to be highly responsive. That’s a huge drawback.

SportyBet Betting (Sports)

As its name suggests, SportyBet is majorly about betting on sports. So, you can expect a bit of action here.

Speaking of action, SportyBet features over 20 sports available to bet on. They include:

• Football
• Tennis
• Basketball
• Rugby
• Volleyball

Even less well-known sports such as Futsal are available. These are more than enough to keep you glued to the site.

While there’s no search bar, you can find games based on the sports subcategories. Football, for example, has different leagues under it.

You can also filter games based on their odds range.

Once you identify the sport and the match you want to bet on, click on it to view available betting markets. On the same page is the statistics panel, where you can view the teams’ current standings, winning probabilities, and several other stats.

Odds

SportyBet offers extremely high odds. This means you can expect big wins on this Kenyan betting site should your predictions be correct.

Let’s compare the bookmaker’s odds and those of 2 other well-known betting sites in the country. We can take a match between Fulham and Leicester, played on 8^th May 2023.

The comparison table below shows the odds at the different sportsbooks before the match started:

As you can see, the odds at SportyBet are way higher than those of the two other sportsbooks. And this is not just for the pre-games, by the way. The site still features high odds for live events.

Notably, like most betting sites, the default odds format at SportyBet is the decimal odds. Unfortunately, there are no other format options.

Another thing: SportyBet offers a huge odds range. The smallest odds you can bet on at the site is 1. Of course, the odds may go past 20, depending on the event.

Betting Markets

SportyBet offers over 800 betting markets. This includes the most popular ones, such as Over/Under, and the least popular markets, such as the Asian Handicap.

Here’s a table showing the number of markets per sport:

These markets, as you may know, change from league to league. For example, the match between Fulham and Leicester is in the EPL, right? Before the match began, it had over 430 markets.

If you take La Liga, for example, most of its pre-game matches have around 165 markets. This is lower than that of the English Premier League.

Live Betting and Live Streaming

You don’t have to place pre-game bets at SportyBet. You can wait for a match to begin, then place your bet. After all, betting on a live event is more predictable than pre-game events.

And, there are over 100 events under different sports to bet on daily at SportyBet.

To bet on a live game, head to the Live Betting section just below SportyBet’s logo.

On the Live Betting page, you can select how you want to view the live events. Notably, there are 3 views:

Multi View

Single View

Schedule

And thanks to SportyTV, you can also live stream an event at SportyBet. If that’s not possible, use a match tracker to watch a game’s progress. It’s more like live streaming, only that you won’t see live pictures.

Take a live match between Ulsan Hyundai FC and Gangwon FC, played on 9^th March 2023. Here’s what the match tracker looks like:

Besides the match tracker, you can read the timeline of an event. Again, it’s the same as live-streaming a game. The only difference is there are no live pictures and no sounds.

Betslip Transfer

As its name suggests, the betslip transfer feature allows you to transfer your bet slip between different devices. All you need to do is head to the Betslip section on your right. Here, you’ll need to enter your booking code and then click the green ‘Load’ icon.

This is how you get the booking code:

• Place your bets
• Head to the betslip section
• Click ‘Book Bet’ below the ‘Accept Changes’ icon

Upon clicking Book Bet, a code will appear. This is your booking code.

Cash Out

Are things going south? You don’t have to lose everything here. Sportbet’s early cash-out feature allows you to pull down part of your stake before the end of an event.

You will find the cash-out option beside your betslip. Upon clicking it, you can withdraw your funds while a match is still in progress.

Remember to read the terms and conditions. For example, bets placed using bonus funds cannot be cashed out. Also, the feature may not be available in all bets.

Sportybet Casino

The casino section at SportyBet is only available on mobile. You can’t find it on a desktop or laptop.

This section features 200+ games categorized into different sections. Notable ones include:

• Slots
• Table Games
• Live Games
• Arcade
• Numbers

Slots

SportyBet seems to specialize in online slots, though not so many. There are over 120 slot games on the site.

Notably, there are no categories under the slots section at SportyBet. So, be ready to put your thumb into action. You will need to scroll to find your preferred game.

Here’s another thing worth noting: Most slots at SportyBet casino are branded NEW. This shows the site updates its game catalog regularly. Also, the operator shows the number of gamblers playing each slot.

Some of the top slots here include:

• Book of 99
• Money Train
• Epic Joker
• Alice in Adventureland
• Bubbles Bonanza

Notably, the slots section at SportyBet mostly features adventure themes. Other notable themes include:

• Fruits
• Space
• Treasure
• Luxury
• Fantasy

Although there are few online slots at SportyBet, you can be sure of game variety. This keeps things interesting.

SportyBet doesn’t give any slot information. So, if you want to find out more about a game, you may need to check on its provider’s website.

Board Games

The board games department at SportyBet features over 10 table games. It’s not surprising since most betting sites offer fewer table games than online slots.

The table games section has no search bar or subcategories. So, you’ll need to scroll through the games to find your preferred one. Fortunately, there are fewer table games meaning scrolling won’t be a hard task.

These are some of the table games available at SportyBet:

• Poker
• Blackjack
• Roulette
• SicBo

Like slots, SportyBet doesn’t offer information on board games. You can, however, check the information on games on their software developers’ websites.

Free Games

Unfortunately, yes, this is unfortunate. You cannot play games for free at SportyBet. Only real money play is allowed, which means you must deposit some cash.

You’ll notice that upon clicking on any game, you’ll first need to log in. The game will then load, but upon spinning the reels, you’ll get a notification stating you don’t have enough money in your account.

Software Providers

SportyBet does not have a list of software publishers. Based on the games available on the site, notable names are:

• Relax Gaming
• 4ThePlayer
• Fantasma Games
• Electric Elephant
• Max Win Gaming

Most of the games are sourced from Relax Gaming. This reputable software vendor has been in the industry since 2010.

Other featured developers also know a thing or two about casino games. Fantasma Games, for example, has been creating games since 2013. On the other hand, Electric Elephant has been around the block since 2015.

Blending games from these developers creates variety. This ensures your gameplay is engaging, memorable and most importantly, fun.

Payment Methods

The only payment option available at SportyBet Kenya is M-Pesa. The site doesn’t support Airtel Money, e-wallets, or cryptocurrencies. However, they’re planning to accommodate Airtel Money in their payment section soon.

Here’s the better part, though. You can deposit as little as Ksh. 1. Honestly speaking, not all Kenyan gambling sites accept such a moderate amount.

Still on deposits, the maximum amount you can deposit is Ksh. 150.000. Now this bet range is accommodative, don’t you think?

There’s one thing worth mentioning, though. SportyBet fully credits your deposit charges to your main balance. This applies to deposits above Ksh. 250.

Additionally, the site partially credits transaction charges to your balance. For example, you only need to pay Ksh. 48 for 50. Likewise, you’ll only pay 97 bob for Ksh 100, and Ksh 477 for Ksh. 500. More like a discount, right?

As for withdrawals, things are a bit different. The least withdrawable amount at SportyBet is Ksh. 10. This is still low, especially compared to other betting sites in Kenya.

Ksh. 150.000 is the maximum withdrawal amount per transaction. But you can’t cash out more than Ksh. 300.000 per day. It’s the daily withdrawal limit.

Here’s another thing to note: There’s an additional carrier fee of Ksh. 15. This fee, however, only applies to withdrawals of less than Ksh. 500.

SportyBet App

Over 60% of Kenyan bettors own smartphones. To accommodate these players, SportyBet comes with a mobile app. Additionally, it has a desktop app for PC and laptop users.

The SportyBet mobile app is available for Android and iOS users. It’s not on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, so you can only download it via the website’s official site.

But before doing so, there are a few things to note. First, the app is free. You don’t have to pay a shilling to get it.

Second, if you’re an Android user, your phone should have an Android version 4.0 and above. That said, here’s how to get the SportyBet app on your phone:

There are several sections just below the SportyBet logo on the homepage. Among them is the App category. Click on it to be redirected to another page.

Next, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Here, you’ll find instructions on how to download the app for your iOS or Android phone.

Here’s a thing about the SportyBet app: it’s only 6MB. So, it won’t take much of your phone or desktop space.

With the app, you will never miss anything. That’s because you will always get notifications as soon as you win.

Besides the app, you can use SportyBet’s web-based phone version. It functions like that of a desktop, though the layout is a bit different.

How to Create Account

Creating a SportyBet account is a light task. Simply do this:

1. Click the Register icon on the top right corner
2. Enter your Safaricom mobile number
3. Create a password at least 8 characters long with a mix of small and block letters, and a number
   
4. Click the green Send OTP icon
   
5. Verify your accountby entering a 6-digit code sent to your number via SMS
   
6. Enter your promo code (optional) then click the green Go to Deposit (0 Fee) icon

As we said, SportyBet doesn’t support Airtel Money at the moment. That’s why you need to enter your Safaricom mobile number when registering. No other line is accepted, not even Telkom!

Customer Support

You can tell more about a site just by examining the reliability and professionalism of its customer support. If a site’s support representatives are rude, slow to respond, and don’t give accurate answers, that’s an unreliable betting site, don’t you think?

Luckily, SportyBet’s customer support staff are friendly, prompt, knowledgeable, and professional. You can, thus, be sure of accurate answers in a friendly way and on time.

That said, there are 4 ways to reach out to SportyBet’s customer care representatives:

Live Chat

The live chat option at SportyBet is a reliable way to get accurate feedback. It’s simple to locate the live chat option on the site. On the homepage, look to your right. You’ll see a red message icon almost at the center of the page.

Upon clicking the icon, the live chat block will appear on the right. You can then select from a list of different topics depending on your query.

Here’s the thing: once you login, support agents become available. But it takes a while before they join in.

Telephone

If you’re not satisfied with the live chat option at SportyBet, why not speak with an agent? You can do so via telephone by dialing 020 764 0825.

Since SportyBet is a Kenyan betting site, no need to worry about which language to use. The agents can respond in English or Swahili. They understand the common Kenyan gambler. That’s why they offer Swahili and English language options.

Another thing: you need to load airtime before making the phone call. That’s because the telephone option at SportyBet is not toll-free.

Social Media

You can also reach out to SportyBet’s customer care via social media. They’re available in the following social platforms:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Email

Lastly, you can reach the customer care agents at SportyBet via email. Their email address is kenya.support@sportybet.com.

The response time here is slow compared to other contact channels. However, it usually takes less than 24 hours to get a response.

Design and Navigation

It’s commendable how the navigation process at this betting site is child’s play. This is thanks to the simplicity of the website in terms of design.

First, you can’t help but appreciate the delicate combination of red, black, white, and green colors at SportyBet. The bright-red color is especially eye-catching.

Back to the design, everything at SportyBet is perfectly arranged. The SportyBet logo is on the top left, followed by the language option (English & Swahili). On the top right corner are the Login and Register icons.

Below these are different sections, including:

• Sports
• Live Betting
• Promotions
• App
• Jackpot

Following these sections is a list of the available sports to bet on, including:

• Football
• Basketball
• Tennis
• Ice Hockey
• Table Tennis

Like all other sports betting sites, SportyBet’s licensing information is displayed at the bottom of the homepage. Speaking of licensing…

Security and Reputation

Whenever you’re betting online, there are two things on the line: your money and personal information. That means betting at a reputable gambling site is crucial.

Thankfully, SportyBet is a perfectly legit betting site in Kenya. It operates with a valid BCLB license (license no. 0000269).

While most sites include their licensing information on their website, you can give them a benefit of doubt. However, it’s best to check the licensing information with the indicated regulatory body.

Take SportyBet as an example. It includes all the details about its licensing information at the bottom of its homepage. If you want to confirm this, you can go to the official BCLB website and search for SportyBet.

Indeed, the betting site is among the list of licensed operators at BCLB. It’s in the 16^th position on that list. This means it complies with all the laws of Kenya’s Betting Control and Licensing Body.

Like most betting sites, SportyBet collects your personal information for legal and regulatory requirements. However, they don’t share it with third parties. You can, therefore, be sure your data is out of harm’s way.

Still on safety, SportyBet uses firewall technology and encryption tools to guard your information. You can be confident depositing your money, knowing it’s safe.

Final Evaluation

After a thorough review, SportyBet gets a 4.5/5 rating. A major cause of the drop in ratings is the lack of regular bonuses for bettors. This is something SportyBet can work on.

Besides the bonuses, the site needs to add a casino for PC and laptop users. This is fairer than making the games only available to smartphone users.

Another thing: SportyBet needs to add more payment methods as well as more casino games. This will make the site more accommodating.

That said, we can’t complain about the site’s design. It’s perfect! Other features such as the odds, markets, betslip transfer, and cash out are outstanding. Is there anything more a Kenyan gambler can ask for in an online casino? Probably not.

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