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ScoreBet vs Sunbet
Sunbet edges it overall (7.4 vs 7.2), winning 4 of our 6 rating categories. Sunbet typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in South Africa.
ScoreBet
Kimberley bookmaker with a no-FICA sign-up bonus and staged deposit matches
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
100% first deposit match up to R5,000 + free spins
Sunbet
Sun International's online sportsbook and casino, with low margins on the big football leagues
🇿🇦 Welcome offer
No sports welcome bonus currently
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Ratings compared
| Category | ScoreBet | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 7.1 | 8.6 |
| Markets | 7.4 | 8.0 |
| Bonuses | 8.2 | 6.0 |
| App | 6.6 | 7.0 |
| Payments | 7.8 | 7.0 |
| Support | 5.6 | 6.5 |
| Typical football margin | 9.0% | 5.1% |
| Overall | 7.2 | 7.4 |
Features compared
| Feature | ScoreBet | Sunbet |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | – |
| Booking codes | ✓ | – |
| Acca bonus / boost | ✓ | – |
| Virtual sports | ✓ | – |
| Android app | ✓ | – |
Why choose ScoreBet
- ✓R20 sign-up bonus with no FICA documents needed
- ✓Bonuses on the first three deposits
- ✓Acca boosts up to 35% and money back when one leg loses
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Capitec Pay · Direct EFT · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Why choose Sunbet
- ✓Low football margins: about 5% on 1X2 in our sample
- ✓Deep Kambi markets on the major leagues
- ✓Backed by Sun International, a long-established South African gambling group
Payments in South Africa
Instant EFT (Ozow) · Visa / Mastercard · 1Voucher · OTT Voucher · Blu Voucher
Frequently asked questions
Is ScoreBet or Sunbet better?
In our ratings Sunbet scores higher overall (7.4/10 vs 7.2/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, ScoreBet or Sunbet?
Sunbet typically has the lower margin on football (5.1%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both ScoreBet and Sunbet?
Yes. Having accounts at several licensed bookmakers lets you take the best price on each bet and claim each welcome offer, subject to their terms.