Bally Bet

A popular name in gambling has been expanding into mobile sports betting since May 2021. That is when the Bally Bet app was launched in Colorado and since then it has made its way into five more states. Those other states include Iowa, Indiana, Arizona, New York, and Virginia.

Customers in the above states will receive a risk-free bet of 250$ if their first bet on the app does not win. No opt-in or code is necessary to receive this promo either, all a customer needs to do is make at least the minimum deposit of 10$ and begin enjoying the app.

Bally Bet - Review

Since May 2021 Bally’s has been expanding into the mobile sports betting market with the Bally Bet app. Now owned by Twin River Worldwide Holdings this sportsbook is available in six states and has plans to build on that number in the near future. Those states include Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, Indiana, Virginia, and New York.

Arizona and New York are the most recent states to be made available and are the only ones able to download the 2.0 version of the app. This just means the app has a new and improved look with some small fixes. All the other states do not have access to the 2.0 version meaning two different apps can be found in the App Store or Google Play store.

The layout of both apps is very simple and easy to navigate. If a customer is new to the sports betting world they will have no issues navigating the app and its different betting options.

Two aspects of the app are holding them back from being mentioned amongst the top sportsbooks. The first is a lack of options to deposit and withdraw money into a customer's account and the second is the odds on this sportsbook can’t compete with the major shops. As time goes on and this app expands to more states and improves issues like these then it's very possible this app could build a solid reputation.

Sports Betting Markets & Lines

Whether it’s the NFL you’re looking for or table tennis the Bally Bet app features a wide range of sports and leagues to bet on. This product offers the ability to bet on the primary sports leagues like the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL along with both NCAA football and basketball.

If golf and tennis are the preferred sport to bet on for a customer they can also find them on this product. All of the major golf and tennis tournaments can be easily found and wagered on within the sportsbook. Players can also bet on many international soccer, basketball, and baseball leagues as well. Other sports gaining major traction in the sports betting realm that can be found include F1 racing, MMA, and boxing events.

This product will not offer the ability to bet on anything entertainment-wise like award shows or television competitions, this sportsbook strictly offers sporting events and a wide range of betting options for them.

Bets & Odds

The Bally Bet app offers customers the ability to bet in a number of ways, including standard options like moneylines, spread bets, point totals, and parlays. Players can also find prop bets and futures for different games and events.

When it comes to odds this product does not offer much competition to the top sportsbooks in the market. Often times it is easier to find much better odds on other sportsbooks and way too often this product will list odds much later than other shops or not list odds on a game that can be found across a majority of the top sportsbooks. This is a problem that could turn a lot of avid sports bettors off to the product.

Live Betting

One of the easiest functions to use and access on the Bally Bet app is live betting. This product offers a wide range of in-game bets for any active sports. When a player opens their app there is a tab at the bottom of the page that says “live” once that is clicked on customers can see what sports have active events going on along with live odds for those events. Players can also access live events through the main page as the option is right next to featured games.

Live betting is not exclusive to the app so players using the website also have the ability to browse and bet on live events. Customers do not have the option to watch or live stream these events, just to bet on them.

Bally Bet Payment And Withdrawal Options

When it comes to depositing and withdrawal methods and options the Bally Bet app and website don’t offer the same wide variety that many of their competitors do. In order to deposit a customer can either use ACH, check, or Play+ account. Options like wire transfer and Apple Pay are not accepted, which is fairly uncommon amongst other sportsbook competitors.

If a customer does not have a Play+ account they will need one in order to withdraw their winnings unless they prefer ACH (e-Check), so if a player prefers to use mobile banking for mobile sports betting they’ll need to connect their mobile banking information into their Play+ account. Withdrawals through Play+ are processed by the payment team within 48 of the request.

When it comes to depositing, the minimum deposit is 10$ and the maximum deposit is 2,000$. The only form of currency that is accepted is USD. If a customer has any major questions regarding deposits or withdrawals the FAQ page on the app and website offers answers pertaining to the subject.

Deposit Methods

• ACH

• Online banking

• Check

• Play+

• In-person

Withdraw Options

• Play+

• ACH (e-Check)

• Cash at cage

Accepted Currencies

• USD

Customer Service And Support

The Bally Bet app and website offer a plethora of ways to contact the customer service center along with an extensive FAQ section. Both the app and website offer a full page worth of customer support options and tabs. Customers have the option to live chat with a representative though it’s unclear whether that is open 24/7 or just for specific times.

If customers prefer to call or email customer support they do have the option to do both, as the app and website list a number and email for the support team.

As for the FAQ section, the app and website offer six different categories of questions pertaining to different areas a customer might have issues with like deposits and withdrawals, promotions, house rules/wagering, responsible gaming, and general account information. When it comes to customer support, players have no shortage of options to choose from if a problem arises while using the product.

Responsible Gaming Tools

It’s important to know whether a product features responsible gaming tools that are accessible and the Bally Bet app offers a very wide range of services for the subject. Players are given the option to set deposit and spending limits alongside the ability to track their activity. Customers also have the option to set a break time from their account or permanently end their account with self-exclusion.

Within the responsible gaming tools area on the app, players can also find website links that will take them to different responsible gaming websites and gamblers' anonymous pages. Another feature this product offers that sets them apart is the ability for a customer to speak with professionally trained customer service staff who are trained in areas related to gambling problems. The customer support staff can offer advice or free help to customers who may be searching for it.

Mobile Betting With Bally Bet

Depending on the state a customer operates out of there are two different Bally Bet apps, but both of them are very easy and simple to use and navigate. The tabs at the bottom of the page make everything easy to find, whether it's a certain sport, live betting options, or account information everything is easy to access.

In Arizona and New York the app is considered the 2.0 version so the layout is brighter and features bigger fonts. The 2.0 version has a very modern look, including the logos of professional leagues and teams, along with a white background and red tones to make the games pop out more. Under a good internet connection, the app was very responsive and did not seem to have too many glitches.

The original version of the app available in the remaining compatible states has a darker background and smaller font that can be difficult to interpret at times. This app has a black background and gray font so it’s just a simple design. Glitches or speed issues were not much of a problem under a good connection.

Downloading The Bally Bet App

The Bally Bet app can be found and downloaded for either Android or IOS operating systems. A customer can search for the app in the App Store or Google Play store, however, it’s important to note there are currently two separate apps and a customer must download the one compatible with their state. For New York and Arizona, the app does not have the states in the title but for all other states in which the app is legal, the states are listed in the title of the app on the store.

On the App store, the product has a 2.5-star rating for the New York and Arizona based app and has a 2-star rating on the app meant for all other operating states. When it comes to the Google Play store the NY/AZ app has a 3-star rating while the other app has a 3.4-star rating.

Web Platform

The website for the Bally Bet app looks very similar to the app that is available in Colorado, Iowa, Indiana, and Virginia. The app for New York and Arizona has a different look and does not offer a website counterpart at the moment. It’s unclear whether a website version of the app will launch for those states in a similar layout.

Layout wise everything is very simple and easy to find while offering all the same features that are on the app. Despite its simple layout, the odds listed for each game are in a very small font that is difficult to read at times. Outside of the font, the website has very good responsiveness and speed under a good internet connection.