Updated September 29, 2026 · WagerCue Editorial Team
888 vs Betfair
888
Higher score in this comparison
Betfair
Where 888 and Betfair differ
| Compare | 888ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | BetfairReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome offer | 100% up to 500 EUR + 100 Free Spins | Bet GBP 10 get GBP 30 |
| Regulators | Gambling Commission, Malta Gaming Authority, Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner, UK Gambling Commission | UK Gambling Commission, State Gambling Commission of Bulgaria |
| Responsible gambling tools | Deposit limits, Reality check, Self exclusion | Deposit limits, Cool off, Self exclusion, Reality checkCovers more |
| Game types | Slots, Live | Slots, Live, TableCovers more |
| Minimum deposit | €10 | Not confirmed |
| Withdrawal time | 1-2 business days processed (Skrill, Neteller, PayPal) | Not confirmed |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, Luxon Pay, PayPal, Apple Pay, Skrill, Neteller, EcoPayz, Trustly, Rapid Transfer, Paysafecard, Nordea, Op Pohjola, Verkkopankki, Pankkisiirto | Not confirmed |
| Wagering requirement | 30 | Not confirmed |
| Live dealer games | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Restricted countries | Not confirmed | United States, Canada, Germany, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, China, India, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Singapore, Israel, Norway, Hungary, Afghanistan, Poland |
| Wagering applies to | Bonus | Not confirmed |
| Bonus match | 100% | Not confirmed |
| Maximum bonus | €500 | Not confirmed |
| Withdrawal time (hours) | 48 hours | Not confirmed |
Same on both: ID checks (Required), Bonus types (Free bet).
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Key differences
- Regulators: only 888 offers Gambling Commission, Malta Gaming Authority, Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner.
- Regulators: only Betfair offers State Gambling Commission of Bulgaria.
- Responsible gambling tools: only Betfair offers Cool off.
- Founded is lower at 888: 1997 vs 2000.
- 888 is licensed in 1 more country.
- 888 is available in 1 more country.
- Support channels: only Betfair offers Chat.
- Game types: only Betfair offers Table.
Our verdict on each
888
888 suits adults who want a long-running brand with a single wallet for casino, live dealer tables, sports and poker. It is regulated by the Gambling Commission and the Malta Gaming Authority, and the welcome offer of 100% up to 500 EUR + 100 Free Spins carries a wagering requirement of 30 on the bonus.
Betfair
Betfair suits adults who want a betting exchange and a bookmaker side by side, and it has run since 2000. Cash out is available on the sportsbook, poker and bingo sit in the same lobby, and new customers see the welcome offer Bet GBP 10 get GBP 30.
Score breakdown
| Area | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9Minimum deposit of €10 sits above the site median of €8.77, with a rank of 75. | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 8.9Welcome offer of 100% up to 500 EUR + 100 Free Spins with wagering of 30 on the bonus, plus free bet promotions. | 8.9 |
| Trust | 9.5Higher | 9.4 |
How they place
| Ranking | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Betting sites and sportsbooks | 47 of 644 | 50 of 644 |
| Online casinos | 67 of 732 | 70 of 732 |
| Slot sites | 41 of 376 | 44 of 376 |
| Poker sites | 22 of 225 | 23 of 225 |
| Bingo sites | 14 of 78 | 15 of 78 |
Where these facts come from
888
- 888casino.com: 10 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- 888.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- affiliates.888.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- help.888.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- 888sport.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Betfair
- partnerships.betfair.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- gamblingcommission.gov.uk: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- support.betfair.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app | Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Welcome bonus | Welcome bonus |
| Legal entity | 888 UK Limited | PPB Games Limited |
| Headquarters | Gibraltar | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1997Lower | 2000 |
| Support channels | Help centre | Chat, Help centreCovers more |
Sportsbooks
| Fact | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Sports markets | Football, Full Time Result, 2 Up, Bet Builder, Player props, In play | Not confirmed |
| Cash out | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook type | Bookmaker | Exchange, BookmakerCovers more |
Poker, bingo and lottery
| Fact | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Poker, Bingo | Poker, Bingo |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | 888 | Betfair | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | €10at the median | Not confirmed | €10 |
| Wagering requirement | 30above the median | Not confirmed | 22.5 |
| Bonus match | 100%at the median | Not confirmed | 100% |
| Maximum bonus | €500above the median | Not confirmed | €250 |
| Withdrawal time (hours) | 48 hourshighest quarter | Not confirmed | 1 hour |
Median across 206 listed gambling operators.
Pros and cons
888
Pros
- A welcome bonus of 100% up to 500 EUR + 100 Free Spins on welcome bonus offer, with wagering on the bonus at 30
- Regulated by the Gambling Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority and the Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner
- Casino, live dealer tables, sports, poker and bingo sit on one account
Cons
- The wagering requirement of 30 applies to the bonus, so the bonus is slow to clear
- Support runs on help centre only, with no live chat or phone line listed
- Wagering of 30 times the bonus is above the bonus wagering most sites use
Betfair
Pros
- You can back and lay the same event, since the listed model is exchange and bookmaker.
- Cash out is available, so an open bet can be settled before the event finishes.
- The welcome offer is Bet GBP 10 get GBP 30, and the bonus sits on a free bet.
Cons
- Support runs on chat and help centre, so there is no phone or email route for questions.
- Identity verification is required, so you need documents on file before the account is fully usable.
- The site is closed to players in the United States, CA and DE, so it is not open in every market.
Who each suits
888
Who it suits
- Adults who want casino, live dealer tables and a sportsbook under one account
- Players who value a brand regulated in the UK, Malta and Gibraltar
- Betting-app users who want a mobile app for play away from desktop
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants live chat or phone support, since support runs on help centre only
- Players who want a bonus that clears quickly, given wagering of 30 on the bonus
- Funzpoints players looking for a sweepstakes offer of 100% up to $20 US rather than a cash deposit bonus
Betfair
Who it suits
- Adults who want to lay a bet instead of only backing one.
- Poker and bingo players who want those games alongside the sportsbook.
- Players who hold a position on an exchange and still want fixed-odds bets in the same account.
Who should look elsewhere
- Players in the United States, CA and DE, where a locally licensed brand such as totalbet, regulated by Minister Finansów RP (Ministry of Finance of Poland), fits more naturally.
- Readers who prefer one local regulator to check, and may find Synot Tip SK, regulated by Urad pre regulaciu hazardnych hier (URHH), easier to verify.
Current offers
888
Current offer
Bonus
100% up to €500 + 100 Free Spins: 100% up to 500 EUR
Min €10 deposit, claim in 48 hrs, wager Bonus x30
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | 888 | Betfair |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | No | Yes |
| Gibraltar | Yes | No |
| Malta | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
888
What welcome bonus does 888 offer new players?+
New players get 100% up to 500 EUR + 100 Free Spins on a welcome bonus basis. The offer covers 100% of the first deposit up to €500, and the bonus carries a wagering requirement of 30, calculated on the bonus.
Which regulators licence 888?+
888 is licensed by the Gambling Commission under 39028, by the Malta Gaming Authority under MGA/CRP/121/2006-09 and by the Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner under 112. The UK operator is 888 UK Limited.
Betfair
What welcome offer does Betfair give new customers?+
The welcome offer is Bet GBP 10 get GBP 30, and it runs under a welcome bonus structure built on a free bet. Read the offer terms before depositing, because the free bet carries a qualifying period and stated conditions on anything won from it.
Who regulates Betfair?+
Betfair is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and State Gambling Commission of Bulgaria. In Great Britain the UK Gambling Commission licence number is 039561-R-319411-008, and the Bulgarian regulator covers the Bulgarian market. A named authority means you can check the register yourself.
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