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Sportsbet Review September 2026

4.5/5 · Ranked 7 of 16

By Home Straight Racing Desk · Details checked 10/09/2026 · Advertiser disclosure

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What we like

  • Same Game Multi available
  • Cash out available
  • Live streaming available
  • Best Tote on eligible races
  • Top Fluc on eligible races
  • Covers thoroughbreds, harness and greyhounds

What could be better

  • Lower Android app rating (3.1 stars)

Sportsbet at a glance

Licence holder
Sportsbet Pty Ltd
Regulator
Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission
Owner
Flutter Entertainment
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Melbourne, VIC
Minimum deposit
$5
Racing codes
Thoroughbred, Harness, Greyhound
Same game multi
Same Game Multi
Cash out
Yes
Live streaming
Yes
Best Tote
Yes
Top Fluc
Yes
Live chat
Yes, Live chat 6:00am to midnight AEST
iOS app
4.6 stars from 185,015 ratings
Android app
3.1 stars from 21,494 ratings

Overview

Sportsbet is an Australian licensed bookmaker owned by Flutter Entertainment. Its wagering licence is held by Sportsbet Pty Ltd and regulated by the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission. It ranks 7 of 16 in our betting site ratings with a score of 4.5 out of 5.

Key features

  • Describes itself as Australia's largest wagering operator with 2.4 million customers
  • Same Race Multi on Aus/NZ, Singapore and Hong Kong thoroughbreds and Australian greyhounds
  • Cash out across sports, AFL Same Game Multis and racing, including bets placed with bonus bets or tokens
  • Top Tote Plus and Top Fluc racing odds options
  • Sportsbet Cash Card (Mastercard) for instant withdrawals
  • Bet With Mates group betting accounts

Racing and sports

Sportsbet covers Thoroughbred, Harness, Greyhound. Sports markets include About 30 sport categories in site navigation, including AFL, NRL, rugby union, cricket, soccer, basketball, tennis, golf, UFC/MMA, boxing, motor racing, esports, politics and novelties.

  • Same game multis: Yes
  • Cash out: Yes
  • Live streaming: Yes
  • Best Tote or Top Fluc: Yes
  • All three racing codes: Yes
  • Live chat support: Yes

Deposits and withdrawals

Deposit methods: Debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayID, PayPal, BPAY.

Withdrawal methods: Bank transfer, Card linked to a bank account, PayPal, Sportsbet Cash Card.

What Sportsbet says about withdrawal times: Bank transfer within a few hours for fast payment enabled accounts, batches sent multiple times a day 7 days a week; Sportsbet Cash Card instant; PayPal up to one business day. Minimum withdrawal $10..

Customer support

Live chat: Yes (Live chat 6:00am to midnight AEST). Phone: 1800 990 907. Email: customerservice@sportsbet.com.au.

Responsible gambling tools

Sportsbet offers the following tools to help you stay in control:

  • Deposit limits (daily, weekly, fortnightly or monthly, minimum $5) with cooling off on increases
  • Take a Break (1 to 30 days)
  • Long term exclusion (6 months, 1, 3 or 5 years)
  • Lifetime exclusion
  • BetStop national self-exclusion register
  • Safer Gambling website

Our verdict

Sportsbet scores 4.5 out of 5 in our ratings. Its strengths include same game multi available and cash out available. The main drawback we found: lower android app rating (3.1 stars). Compare it with other bookmakers in our betting site ratings.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sportsbet legal in Australia?

Yes. Sportsbet is licensed in Australia, with the licence held by Sportsbet Pty Ltd and regulated by the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission.

Who owns Sportsbet?

Sportsbet is owned by Flutter Entertainment.

What is the minimum deposit at Sportsbet?

The minimum deposit at Sportsbet is $5.

Does Sportsbet have live streaming?

Yes, Sportsbet offers live streaming.

Does Sportsbet offer a sign up bonus?

No. Australian rules do not allow licensed bookmakers to offer incentives to open an account.

Sources checked

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sportsbet
  • https://www.sportsbet.com.au/
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/360000179527-Deposit-Into-Sportsbet
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/115007207867-How-Do-I-Withdraw-Funds
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/115009386407-How-Long-Does-It-Take-To-Withdraw-Funds
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/18717110944909-What-Is-A-Same-Game-Multi
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/18430225414925-What-Is-A-Same-Race-Multi
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/18424158133005-Different-Types-Of-Racing-Odds
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/18425349416717-How-Racing-Bets-Are-Paid-Out
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/19513195154445-Racing-Cash-Out-FAQs
  • https://helpcentre.sportsbet.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/18717192336781-What-Live-Streaming-Options-Are-Available
  • https://www.acma.gov.au/check-if-gambling-operator-legal