Best Betting Apps
A good racing app loads fast, keeps prices up to date and lets you place a bet in a couple of taps between races.
These apps are ranked on speed, stability, live streaming and how easily you can find a race and get on.
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Bet365
Bet £10 get £30 in free bets 4.6 / 5Best for markets and odds -
William Hill
Bet £10 get £40 in free bets 4.5 / 5Best for each-way -
Sky Bet
Bet £5 get £30 in free bets 4.3 / 5Best for streaming and app -
LiveScore Bet
Bet £10 get £30 in free bets 4.0 / 5Best for in-play betting -
Paddy Power
Bet £10 get £50 in free bets 4.0 / 5Best for Extra Places
Top Betting Apps
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Bet365
New customers only. Deposit and place a bet of at least £10 on horse racing at odds of 1.5 (1/2) or greater. Once the bet settles, £30 is credited as free bet tokens for use on the sportsbook within 7 days.
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William Hill
New customers get £40 in free bets for a £10 qualifying bet at odds of 1/3 or greater, with a £5 minimum deposit. Free bets are valid for 7 days. It is a straightforward, low-barrier offer compared with wager-heavy alternatives.
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Sky Bet
New customers only. Deposit and bet £5 or more on the sportsbook at odds of 1.5 (1/2) or greater. Once the bet settles, receive £30 in free bets and free spins, valid for 7 days.
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LiveScore Bet
The welcome offer is 2 x £5 Bet Builder free bets for a £10 qualifying bet at odds of 1.5 or greater within 14 days. Free bets are restricted to Bet Builder markets and last 7 days. It is a smaller deal than some rivals and the Bet Builder restriction limits how you can use it.
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Paddy Power
The current sign-up deal is £50 in Free Bet Builders for a £10 qualifying bet at odds of 1.5 or greater. Rewards last 90 days, which is more generous than most rivals. The offer changes periodically, so check the live terms before depositing.
How We Rank
We judge apps on load speed, price accuracy, live streaming and how quickly you can go from opening the app to a placed bet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The apps are free to download and use; you only pay when you place a bet.
Most apps stream selected UK and Irish racing to customers with a funded account or a qualifying bet on the race.
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Ratings on this page reflect our own editorial review, not a guarantee of outcome. Betting offers are time-limited and can change without notice, so always confirm the live terms on the operator’s own site before you deposit. You can check any operator’s current licence status on the UK Gambling Commission’s public register. If you’re worried about your gambling, or someone else’s, support is available at BeGambleAware.org.