Star Sports bookmaker review
- get 50% back
- up to £25 + 25 Free Spins if bet loses
- Independent bookie with 25 years in the game
- Renowned for their excellent horse racing betting
- Good range of promotions and offers for existing customers
Key information
| Link to site | https://starsports.bet/ |
| Welcome bonus | GET 50% BACK AS A FREE BET UP TO £25 + 25 FREE SPINS |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Licence | UK Gambling Commission |
| Sports offered | American football, Australian Rules, baseball, basketball, boxing, cricket, cycling, darts, football, Formula 1, Gaelic football, Gaelic hurling, golf, greyhound racing, handball, horse racing, ice hockey, mixed martial arts, motor sport, rugby league, rugby union, snooker, tennis, volleyball |
| Payout time | 1-5 working days |
| Customer support options | FAQs, telephone, X |
| Owner | Star Sports Gaming PLC |
| Banking options | Debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, bank transfer, PayPal (not available for new customers) |
| Mobile app | Yes |
| First rating | 4.4/5 stars |
What is Star Sports all about?
Bonuses
New customers get 50% of their first bet stake back as a free bet, up to the value of £25, plus 25 free spins in their online casino, if your first bet loses.
Available sports
Star Sports offers solid coverage of the main sports you’d usually expect to see with an online sports betting site, though esports are notably absent. However, they do offer wrestling, Gaelic sports and handball in some distinctive niche sports included in their book. The depth of markets for the main sports is very good, though, and Star Sports excels with horse racing, where they offer outstanding options for racing punters.
User experience and interface
The Star Sports’ website has its own look and feel, but you never feel lost when using it. Active promotions (and there are plenty) are featured prominently across the top of the screen and scroll slowly to highlight what’s on offer, while odds are clearly laid out. The site is easy to navigate and easy on the eye, without being garish. The website also has a strong news section, featuring tips and information from Star Sports’ stable of ambassadors and experts.
Mobile and app compatibility
The Star Sports app offers an excellent adaptation of their website, with a smart interface, smooth operation, and a faster, more user-friendly experience than the website. The app has solid, if unspectacular, reviews on the two main app stores, but we found our experience of using the app to be a good one.
Apple App Store: 3.4/5 stars (20 ratings)
Google Play: 2.8/5 stars (24 reviews)
VIP programmes and loyalty rewards
There is no loyalty programme at Star Sports, but existing customers get access to regular promos and offers, including money back offers, acca bonuses, free bets and best odds guaranteed.
Pros & cons of Star Sports
| Pros | Cons |
| Independent bookie with 25 years in the game | Limited payment methods available |
| Renowned for their excellent horse racing betting | No esports betting |
| Good range of promotions and offers for existing customers, across various sports | Some niche sports missing |
| Smooth, easy-to-use app | |
| News section offers additional value for bettors |
Diving deeper into Star Sports
Licensing
Star Sports is licensed in the UK by the UK Gambling Commission.
Payment methods
Star Sports offers UK deposit and withdrawals from Visa, Mastercard and Maestro debit cards, as well as bank transfers.
Security and fairness
Star Sports’s website protects customer data using SSL encryption for transfer over the internet. The site is also affiliated with IBAS for independent dispute resolution matters.
Responsible gambling measures
Star Sports offers a number of responsible gambling options, available via the my account area of the website and app. These include deposit limits, play breaks and self-exclusion. They also offer links to independent organisations that can help with problem gambling, including GAMSTOP, GamCare, Gamblers Anonymous, Gambling Therapy.
First rating
4.4/5 stars
Payment methods available at Star Sports
| Payment method | Available on deposits | Minimum deposit | Available on withdrawals | Minimum withdrawal | Withdrawal time |
| Visa/Mastercard Debit | YES | £10 | YES | £10 | 2-5 working days |
| Maestro | YES | £10 | YES | £10 | 2-5 working days |
| Bank transfer | YES | £10 | YES | £10 | 2-5 working days |
Star Sports FAQs
Is Star Sports legit?
Yes. Star Sports is a respected brand in the UK’s sports betting industry, which started out as on-course bookie Star Racing and expanded to Star Sports, with a strong online offering.
How can I contact customer support at Star Sports?
To contact customer support at Star Sports, head to the foot of the website and app, where you’ll find access to telephone numbers for betting and general enquiries, as well as a link to their X account.
How do I reset my password at Star Sports?
To change your Star Sports password, go to the login box and click ‘forgot password?’ to be sent an email with a link to reset your password. If you are already logged in, you can change your password via the 'my account' section.
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