Fanatics Sportsbook

Fanatics Inc. is a well-known name in the sports industry for its merchandising business, which has grown exponentially over the years. Well, that same company has decided to branch out into more business ventures, one of which is the Fanatics Sportsbook. After essentially acquiring the PointsBet Sportsbook in the U.S., this product has launched in 21 states.

The product can be downloaded from either the App Store or Google Play Store. The app itself is very personalized, as it will begin to tailor markets on the home page to customers' betting tendencies and preferences.

Now that the app is officially out, we are learning more about its features and how the product is trying to stand out in a crowded market. Bettors have plenty of markets to choose from, along with special odds boosts and promoted bets that are offered due to relevant betting trends.

Sports Betting Markets & Lines

Since the beta test, the Fanatics Sportsbook app has improved drastically and allows bettors to wager on a wide range of markets. Customers using the app now have access to the major U.S. leagues, such as the MLB, NHL, NBA, and NFL, but there are plenty more available.

These additional sports include MMA, boxing, Golf & the PGA, soccer, tennis tournaments, and table tennis. Most sports have a list of additional sports leagues that customers can access outside of the major U.S. leagues; these include Triple-A baseball, CFL, WNBA, and an extensive list of international soccer leagues.

When it comes to betting markets based around entertainment like the Oscars, customers will have to look elsewhere to wager on those types of events. For the time being, this product is strictly focused on sporting events only.

Bets & Odds

All bet types that can be found across the sports betting market can be found on the Fanatics Sportsbook. These bet types include moneylines, points spreads, totals, player props, parlays, same-game parlays, and more. In-game same-game parlays have also been added after the app's initial launch.

When it comes to odds, customers can expect the app to be competitive with the rest of the market since it has teamed up with Amelco. The sports betting tech company has been providing odds for various well-known sportsbooks over the years. Since the company essentially took over for PointsBet Sportsbook and used Banach Technology for its odds, the app now has two systems it can use to stay competitive with the top dogs in the market.

Live Betting

Live betting is one of the biggest areas a sportsbook can offer, and customers get a strong live betting page with the Fanatics Sportsbook. Since the app is partnered with Amelco, which has plenty of experience providing competitive live betting odds, customers can expect quality odds across all events.

The product's live betting page allows for a quick and easy experience, which means bets are placed in a timely manner, which is good since time is of the manner with live betting. It's clear the beta test really helped refine some areas of the product, including live betting, so the feature is already one of the best on the app.

Fanatics Sportsbook Payment And Withdrawal Options

At this point, the Fanatics Sportsbook offers seven payment methods and three withdrawal methods. Customers using the product now can deposit with either online banking, debit cards, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, or a wire transfer. The minimum deposit is also $5.

Typically, bigger sportsbooks on the market offer anywhere between 7 and 10 payment methods, and with the large goals this company has stated it has for the product, we expect them to compete in every way possible. One area in which the product is already trying to compete with the top sportsbooks is by allowing customers to track their withdrawals step by step, which is an interesting and creative element for this market.

Currently, customers can withdraw with bank transfer, in person at a cash cage, or check through the mail. Once their request is made, they can follow along step by step until they get their winnings. The amount of time each withdrawal takes will vary by method, with wire transfers usually taking up to 24 hours, bank transfers taking 2-3 days, and checks through the mail taking 7-10 days.

Deposit Methods

• Online banking

• Debit Cards

• PayPal

• Apple Pay

• Venmo

• Wire Transfer

• Case Cage

Withdraw Options

• Bank Transfer

• Check by mail

• Case Cage

Accepted Currencies

• USD

Customer Service And Support

Customers have three ways to contact the Fanatics Sportsbook support team: a 24/7 live chat feature, a hotline number, and Twitter. The company has received rave reviews for its customer service in other business aspects, so it is safe to assume that this will carry over to the sportsbook.

Customers using the product have access to the 24/7 virtual assistant on the app, and the Twitter account for the support team is live. We also noticed that the support team has responded to multiple reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store, which shows the company is willing to listen to its customers and offer solutions to all sorts of problems. It is still unclear whether or not the product will introduce a way to contact the support team through email as well.

Since the company has been in an industry that requires nonstop customer service with retail and merchandise, they have the advantage of being prepared to offer a strong support team right from launch. Whether it was during the beta phase or the initial launch, customers have been in good hands with the support options with this product.

Responsible Gaming Tools

Responsible gaming tools are a non-negotiable addition to any sportsbook, and the Fanatics Sportsbook offers a nice variety of them for their customers. For starters, customers can set limits on different aspects like deposit limits, time limits, or single-wager limits.

If those do not feel like enough, customers can also take a "time-out" for anywhere between three and 365 days, meaning they will not have access to their account for that time period. Self-exclusion is also offered, and that is a minimum of one year, but ultimately, users can also permanently close their accounts at any time.

Mobile Betting with the Fanatics Sportsbook

A brand name can only get you so far in the sports betting world, as, ultimately, the quality of the product is what makes the difference. For the Fanatics Sportsbook, they are off to a good start. With the product now officially launched, the first thing that stands out is its efficiency and user-friendliness.

Certain features the company added to the product will not only make navigating the app easier for new sports bettors, but they will draw in experienced bettors with them. For example, when making a same-game parlay, bettors can now toggle a specific betting market across all available games instead of jumping around to each individual contest.

The fact that the product will also adapt to the individual and their betting habits makes it seem like this app could be around for a while. As far as stability goes, we did not run into any issues with crashing or glitches.

Downloading The Fanatics Sportsbook App

Bettors can download the Fanatics Sportsbook app from either the App Store or Google Play Store.

Currently, the product has a 4.2 out of 5-star rating on the Google Play Store and a 4 out of 5-star rating on the App Store. The initial reviews of the app show that people enjoy the layout and design of the product.