Easybet bookmaker review

By Graema Hanna

Yes, it really is easyBet. 

You will most likely have booked flights with the eminent budget airline, you may have had a look at the budget hotel chain or car rental line of the business, and now you can place or lay a bet with easyBet.net. 

Operated by Guernsey-based Triplebet Limited, the platform is the latest offering from the easy family of brands, with its distinctive, bold orange branding. 

The betting site was launched last year, and on reflection, it is still to get off the ground - pardon the pun. 

easybet provides a betting exchange, which may be a good option for those who are unfamiliar with this type of platform compared to regular betting sites. While it is still a fledgling operation with fewer markets than established competitors, there is still enough variation and attractive odds available here to entice gamblers. 

More will need to follow if easyBet is to flourish and carve out a bigger slice of the wider market, but for now, the novelty factor and initial offerings are definitely worth a look.

Key information

What is easyBet all about?

easyBet provides betting exchange options on many of the usual and most popular sports, with an interesting topical politics section that will attract bettors as the news headlines change.

The main USP of easyBet is that the site is a betting exchange, setting it apart from the majority of regular betting options. 

On a conventional bookmaker site, you are placing a bet based on the odds available from the house or the particular betting platform. 

When you do this on an exchange, you are part of a collective with other gamblers, with the possibility of moving odds. 

The betting exchange means two types of bets are brokered, as you can ‘back’ or ‘lay’. With the former, you are putting a stake on an event or outcome to happen - for a team to win a football match or a horse to win a race. 

The lay option means you are effectively betting on something not happening, and in this instance, the liability can be greater than your stake. 

Please ensure you are aware of the risks before laying on a betting exchange.

The ‘betting FAQ’ section, detailed at the foot of the home page provides an informative guide to various terms and all that the site has to offer.

Bonuses

The new customer welcome offer means if you bet £20, you will receive £20 in free bets. 

You will need to bet on at least two different events, and settle at odds of 2.0 or greater. The bets can be placed on singles, multiple bets, and bet builders. 

All relevant bets must be settled within the closing date of the promotion to avail of the offer.

Once qualified, you will receive the following £20 in free bets, to be used within seven days: 

- One £5 free bet to be used on football markets only 

- One £5 free bet to be used horse racing only

- One £5 free bet to be used on Multiples 

- One £5 free bet to be used on any market

Further information on the new customer welcome offer is available on the site. 

Available sports

Within the easyBet platform, there are 12 core markets offered. 

This is clearly not as extensive as other sites, and is a negative aspect, particularly as you may not be able to bet on the sport or market you are looking for. 

However, on those markets that are available, there is plenty to consider, including attractive odds that you may not be expecting. 

easyBet provides options on American Football, Australian Rules, Baseball, Cricket, Football, Formula 1, Golf, Greyhound Racing, Horse Racing, Politics, Snooker, and Tennis.

There is a live betting and in-play feature which allows bettors to place bets during events, at the time of writing there was in-play betting on the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, the Shanghai Masters snooker, cricket, baseball and various tennis tournaments including the Canadian Open. 

User experience and interface

It is easy, it’s orange, it looks familiar, but as a betting site, there is the feeling that something is missing.

easyBet is powered by Triplebet’s Matchbook betting exchange, but even at first glance, it doesn’t compare to their main offering. 

When you land on Matchbook, there is a pop-up that provides a guide to exchange v sportsbook, commission, and understanding the platform, but overall, easyBet is a far more basic, simplistic offering. 

You will easily find what you are looking for on the site (as long as it is covered), but those unfamiliar with a betting exchange could be a bit lost.

Mobile and app compatibility

easyBet offers an app for iOS and Android, which will be a positive for those who like the added compatibility on mobile. 

The site works fine on a computer, with no issues when we conducted our review, but the app options provide a bespoke experience that is typical for the easy brand.

VIP programmes and loyalty rewards 

Easybet does not operate any particular VIP or loyalty services, with ‘exclusives’ limited to enhanced specials within the promotions tab at the top of the page. 

At the time of writing, these included Greyhounds and PGA Golf, but these change often, particularly around big football events. 

Pros & cons of easyBet

Diving deeper into easyBet

Licensing

Your safety is assured and guaranteed as easyBet is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, which is a top tier authority in the industry. 

For any users outside of the UK, the platform is regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission, based in Guernsey.

The high standards of oversight and security help to ensure the site is on top of its responsibilities, as well as offering player protection and responsible gaming support.

Payment methods

Compared to some sites, there are not as many payment methods available, but those that are supported will have you more than covered.

easyBet provides a strong variety of established payment options available with the following: 

- Visa

- Mastercard

- Skrill

- Neteller 

- Apple Pay 

- Google Pay

Security and fairness 

With the UK licence held by easyBet, this guarantees the platform is reputable and trustworthy for your betting needs, with the relevant security credentials in place.

- Licensing: easyBet is fully licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, under account number: 39504.

Responsible gambling measures 

easyBet is thorough, informative, and very helpful in its Responsible Gambling features. 

At the foot of the easyBet website, there is an introduction to this information, as well as the  dedicated ‘safer gambling’ menu.

From the outset, this provides instant direct links to the following sections: 

- Safer Gambling Tools

- Deposit Limits

- Controlling Your Gambling

- Underage Gambling

- GAMSTOP

- Delete Account

The sire states that, “easyBet believes it is our responsibility to you, our customers, to promote safer gambling and ensure the delivery of gambling services in a socially responsible environment.

“easyBet is committed to promoting an awareness of problem gambling and improving player protection and intervention procedures, upholding the highest standard of customer care.”

There are also reference details for external support organisations, such as GamCare, GamStop, and Gamblers Anonymous.

Always Gamble Responsibly

FIRST rating

3.1/5 stars

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FAQs

Is easyBet legit?

Yes, easyBet is safe and secure, underpinned by its UK Gambling Commission license. 

The site is operated by Triplebet Limited, and powered by its Matchbook exchange platform tech.

How can I contact customer support at easyBet?

Users can contact customer support at easyBet via email and live chat. 

The 24/7 email support can be utilised through the help section at the bottom of the page and on pop-ups where it appears on the site. 

The email contact option is support@easybet.net

How do I reset my password at easyBet?

This is an easy process, in line with other sites. 

Firstly, navigate to the ‘log In’ button at the top right of the home page. 

Then select ‘forgot Password’. Next, a box will appear (as shown below) where you can enter your username to have a reset link sent to your email inbox. 

Click the link, then set a new password, to complete the process.

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