We took a look at sign-up offers, ongoing promotions, and the loyalty programs available from each sportsbook in legal states. Every book has its unique strengths: particularly compelling sign-up offers for new bettors, diverse markets and bet types, or lucrative VIP programs. We joined each book as a new user and pooled input from our team of passionate sports bettors with in-depth book experience to highlight where you can get the most from Bonuses & Promotions.

We downloaded available mobile apps for each sportsbook, completed their onboarding, and explored the app layout on mobile and mobile web. We noted any bugs or glitches experienced and compared ease-of-betting experience across books. Additionally, we performed an analysis of trends in user review data from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Trends from this research have been highlighted in our review to represent a broader audience of sports bettors and bring national user data and insight into our analysis.

It’s imperative to be able to trust a sportsbook with your money, and the experience of cashing in and out is a critical factor in selecting a sportsbook. The best books give various cashiering options, including credit and debit cards, PayPal, online banking, checks, and/or wire transfers. Additionally--bettors want these transactions to be fast and supported by responsive customer service. We tested each flow and available payment methods. We consider being able to cash out in under two days reasonable.

We looked into the types of bets offered (e.g., spreads, moneylines, totals) and available sports (e.g., NFL, CFB, NASCAR). Some books have more extensive sports availability and distinct bet types. Depending on your interests and preferences, there may be a collection of sportsbooks that help achieve your optimal sports betting experience, rather than just one.

We lined up each sportsbook head to head vs. direct competitors, highlighting strengths and weaknesses. Some sportsbooks may excel in certain areas, like new betting markets, while struggling with user experience. In our reviews, you’ll see how the books line up.