Updated September 29, 2026 · WagerCue Editorial Team
Betfair vs Fairplay
Betfair
Higher score in this comparison
Fairplay
Betfair vs Fairplay: the differences
| Compare | BetfairReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | FairplayReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome offer | Bet GBP 10 get GBP 30 | 300% match up to INR 50,000 |
| Regulators | UK Gambling Commission, State Gambling Commission of Bulgaria | Curacao (gaming licence), UK Gambling Commission |
| Responsible gambling tools | Deposit limits, Cool off, Self exclusion, Reality checkCovers more | Deposit limits, Cool off, Self exclusion |
| Restricted countries | United States, Canada, Germany, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, China, India, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Singapore, Israel, Norway, Hungary, Afghanistan, PolandCovers more | India |
| Bonus types | Free bet | No deposit, Free betCovers more |
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | ₹100 to ₹500 |
| Withdrawal time | Not confirmed | 30 min to 2 hrs (UPI) |
| Payment methods | Not confirmed | UPI, Net banking/IMPS, Debit/credit cards, E wallets, Cryptocurrency |
| Wagering requirement | Not confirmed | 30 |
| Sports markets | Not confirmed | Cricket, Football, Tennis, Kabaddi |
| Live streaming | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Cash out | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wagering applies to | Not confirmed | Bonus |
| Bonus match | Not confirmed | 300% |
| Maximum bonus | Not confirmed | ₹50,000 |
Same on both: ID checks (Required), Sportsbook type (Exchange, Bookmaker).
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Key differences
- Betfair scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only Betfair offers State Gambling Commission of Bulgaria.
- Regulators: only Fairplay offers Curacao (gaming licence).
- Responsible gambling tools: only Betfair offers Reality check.
- Restricted countries: only Betfair offers United States, Canada, Germany.
- Founded is lower at Betfair: 2000 vs 2017.
- Support channels: only Betfair offers Help centre.
- Support channels: only Fairplay offers Email.
- Features: only Fairplay offers Fast payouts, On chain.
- Bonus types: only Fairplay offers No deposit.
Our verdict on each
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.
Fairplay
Fairplay pairs a large welcome offer with fast UPI withdrawals and dual UK and Curacao regulation, which suits Indian bettors who want cricket and kabaddi markets alongside a casino floor. The trade-off is a 30 wagering requirement on the bonus and a INR 100 to INR 500 entry deposit.
Score breakdown
| Area | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.1Deposits start at INR 100 to INR 500 with UPI, Net banking/IMPS and Debit/credit cards and withdrawals running 30 min to 2 hrs (UPI). |
| Offer | 8.9 | 9.1HigherWelcome offer of 300% match up to INR 50,000 with wagering of 30 counted on the bonus alone. |
| Trust | 9.4Higher | 9.0 |
How they place
| Ranking | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Betting sites and sportsbooks | 50 of 644 | 103 of 644 |
| Betting exchanges | 1 of 11 | 2 of 11 |
| Online casinos | 70 of 732 | 123 of 732 |
| Slot sites | 44 of 376 | 86 of 376 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app | Fast payouts, On chain, Mobile appCovers more |
| Pricing model | Welcome bonus | Welcome bonus |
| Legal entity | PPB Games Limited | Fairplay Exchange Limited |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2000Lower | 2017 |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centre | Chat, Email |
Casinos
| Fact | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Game providers | Not confirmed | Evolution, Microgaming, Ezugi, NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, Play'n GO, Red Tiger, BGaming, ISoftBet, Booongo, Spribe, JILI |
| Live dealer games | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Game types | Slots, Live, Table | Slots, Live, Table, Blackjack, Roulette, CrashCovers more |
Poker, bingo and lottery
| Fact | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Poker, Bingo | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Betfair | Fairplay | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagering requirement | Not confirmed | 30above the median | 15 |
| Bonus match | Not confirmed | 300%highest quarter | 100% |
Median across 160 listed gambling operators.
Pros and cons
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.
Fairplay
Pros
- Welcome offer of 300% match up to INR 50,000 with wagering of 30 counted on the bonus alone (bonus).
- Holds a UK Gambling Commission licence (058718-R-334845-009) alongside the Curacao gaming licence (365/JAZ).
- Withdrawals run 30 min to 2 hrs (UPI) on UPI, and fast payouts sit in the listed features (fast payouts, on chain and mobile app).
Cons
- Support runs on chat and email, and phone is the rarest channel in the wider comparison at 37.9%.
- The minimum deposit of INR 100 to INR 500 ranks 6 among the 89 brands compared on that measure.
- The KYC policy is required, so paperwork comes before the first bet.
Who each suits
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.
Fairplay
Who it suits
- Bettors in India who follow cricket, football, tennis and kabaddi and want bookmaker and exchange prices in one account.
- Players who want a large match offer and can clear a 30 wagering requirement on the bonus.
- Anyone prioritising quick UPI withdrawals, since withdrawals run 30 min to 2 hrs (UPI).
Who should look elsewhere
- totalbet, whose listed regulator is Minister Finansów RP (Ministry of Finance of Poland), for readers who want a licence from that regulator rather than the UK Gambling Commission.
- Synot Tip SK, whose listed regulator is Urad pre regulaciu hazardnych hier (URHH), for readers who prefer that regulator to the UK Gambling Commission.
Current offers
Betfair
Fairplay
Current offer
Bonus
Welcome bonus up to 300%: 300% up to INR 50,000
tiered, 25x-30x bonus turnover, 30 days, KYC required
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Casino welcome match: 100% match
min deposit INR 500, 35x bonus, 14 days, game weighting applies
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Weekly balance interest: 5% on average wallet balance
min INR 1,000 average balance, 0x, credited Mondays, max 2 withdrawals/week
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
IPL loss kickback: 15% cashback on net loss
min INR 1,000 cumulative loss, 30x turnover, weekly, active IPL wagers
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Weekly reload: 25% deposit match
min deposit INR 1,000, 25x bonus, 7 days
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Betfair | Fairplay |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | Yes | No |
| Curacao | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
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.
Fairplay
What welcome offer does Fairplay give, and what are the wagering terms?+
New players are offered 300% match up to INR 50,000 under a welcome bonus model, and the wagering requirement is 30. That requirement is set on the bonus (bonus), so the turnover comes from the bonus side of the balance rather than a deposit and bonus combined. The listed bonus types, no deposit and free bet, also cover a no-deposit offer and free bets, so the promotion is not limited to a cash match.
What is the minimum deposit at Fairplay?+
The minimum deposit is INR 100 to INR 500, the range a first transfer has to sit inside. That entry point ranks 6 among the 89 brands compared on the same measure, so it is not the lowest threshold in the set. If you plan a small first deposit, check that range before funding an account.
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