New UK customers only. Min £10 first deposit using Debit Card or Bank Transfer. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get a £5 Football Bet Builder and £5 Golf token upon settlement. A £10 Multiple, £5 Horse Racing Multiple, and £5 Football Bet Builder token after 24 hours. A further £10 Multiple token after 48 hours. Minimum 3 legs. Full T&Cs apply. 18+. BeGambleAware.org. | T&C apply

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SBK is a UK betting site founded in 2019 with the intention of rewriting the sportsbook. What does this mean? SBK broke new ground in the gambling industry by creating a betting platform that is available solely on mobile. Eliminating the need for desktops, the company decided that this ingenious way forward would benefit punters more so and allow them to get the most out of the experience. We have methodically assessed SBK and gathered our own opinions so that UK punters can see for themselves if the app is worth their time.

Pros:

• Sports welcome bonus bet ₤10 get ₤40 in free bets

• Famous for in-play betting and competitive live odds

• Live streaming on events like horse racing

Cons:

• Lack of a loyalty program

• Could develop more promotions

Sports And Markets Available

Beginning with only 12 sports when they first launched, SBK now offers double this number. From the 25 sports, there are certainly favourites, as some offer live streaming and more betting markets than others. With this being said most betting sites in the UK offer this range of sports and so we are neither impressed nor disappointed.

Right off the bat, we can see that football is the most popular sport on SBK. Punters can bet on all of the usual leagues like the Premier League and the Championship, which as every British person knows are the most important competitions. There are almost 70 football betting markets which is what makes SBK stand out from other betting sites in the UK. This includes correct score, total goals, both teams to score, and double chance. However there are also betting markets we rarely see such as over/ under cards betting, extra time goals, both teams to score in both halves, first match corner, last goal scorer, and players to be sent off. We can say with confidence that punters looking for a football betting site should look no further than SBK to liven up any ordinary football match.

Ante-post betting on horse racing is a unique feature that we are pleased to see offered at SBK because many betting sites avoid this type of wagering due to its complexities. This betting is available up until the race has been declared, and the odds are good. Additionally, the most common markets are win bets and place bets. If there are 5 to 7 runners this includes 1st and 2nd place whilst 8 to 15 or over 16 non-handicapped runners include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Places for 16 or more handicaps include 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.

Golf is also an appealing option because of the wide variety of betting markets like match betting, Top 5, 10, and 20 finish, and two or three-ball betting. There are also highly-regarded world events like the Ryder Cup as well as smaller international competitions.

Should none of these sports speak to you, the SBK has plenty of other traditional options like greyhounds, rugby, baseball, cycling, swimming, motorsports, boxing, and snooker. We are surprised to see e-sports and politics because most new betting sites take a while to cater to these sports, which is pleasant.

Sports Welcome Offer For New UK Customers

There aren't many promotions at SBK so it is important to claim the welcome bonus, which is available for all new UK customers. The platform states that when you bet ₤10 you will get ₤40 in free bets, but is this the case? The answer is yes.

To get the new customer bonus, download the mobile app and register, then:

• Deposit at least ₤10 using either your debit card or bank transfer because no other payment methods are eligible for the promotion

• Place a bet with odds of 2.0 or greater on a single bet, bet builder, or multiples but not a cashed-out bet

• You will receive a ₤5 golf free bet and a ₤5 football bet builder free bet once your deposit settles

• After one day you will also receive a ₤10 multiple free bet, ₤5 horse racing multiple free bet, and a ₤5 football bet builder free bet

• After two days you will receive the final bonus of a ₤10 multiples free bet

We urge customers to claim this offer because SBK does not have a loyalty program and other promotions are hard to come by. This is the main disadvantage of SBK however the platform is known for constantly improving and we are sure more bonuses will be added in the future.

Standout Features

Being a new betting site is hard, and there is little expectation for the platform to be executed perfectly. With this being said there are many great features that SBK exhibits that we think are worth talking about.

• Mobile-only

We will talk about this in more depth below, but the key feature of SBK is that they are a mobile-only brand. This means that there is extra pressure for the app to be seamless, but we can confidently say that we encountered no problems using it. Every sport is easy to find and the odds are displayed clearly, in addition to the odds boosts promotions. There is also a contact page, a followers page, a promotions page, and several markets to explore.

• SBK Price +

To make sure that you are offered the best odds, SBK promises to show punters when bets are at their best price, and also if they aren't. Furthermore, SBK doesn't take a margin of the profits. The majority of the time you are getting the top odds possible, ensuring that you can make a bigger profit. On the other hand, when the odds aren't so competitive, you will know and can therefore compare with other betting sites.

• Community

The ability to share your activity and see what other members of SBK are up to is a unique and engaging feature that we enjoy. Some things that you can share include your favourite bets, when you obtain a streak for logging in consecutively, and even compete on the leaderboard. Punters can even comment on bets and send emojis. Alternatively, if none of your friends have joined SBK yet or you are looking for other users, you can browse through the public page.

• Odds Boosts

The promotions at SBK are limited which is why it's vital to grab them while you can. Whilst new customers can use the welcome bonus, existing customers can look out for odds boosts which are permanent offers. There is a promos section on the app where you can see what is offered at the time; usually, odds boosts on popular football matches. Rarely there are weekly offers such as Bet ₤50 to Receive ₤10 in Free Bets, although these vary in frequency and amount. Free bets are scattered around from time to time.

Previous promos have included 25% Bet Builder boosts, 20% Acca boosts on horse racing, and odds boosts on selected matches like Man City versus Crystal Palace. Always check the promo page as these vary greatly.

• Live Betting

Live betting at SBK is raved about thanks to many factors. Firstly, you can track the progress of the game with real-time odds and statistics so that you can make an informed decision on whether to place a bet or not. Before, live betting was limited to football, cricket, and baseball. Now there are many other options like cycling, cricket, motorsports, and whatever events are generally available at the time. Another feature we like is that trending bets are boosted to the top of the page and punters can see how many bets have been made so far on a certain wager.

• Live Streaming

Live streaming on a new UK betting site sounds too good to be true, but SBK offers outstanding streaming services. A variety of sports are included in this, especially horse racing like the Grand National, Cheltenham, and Epsom Derby. Greyhound racing is also well-covered, but moving forward it would be nice to see other events that aren't limited to racing.

• Customer Service

Contacting SBK is easy. Using the live chat feature you can connect with a member of the customer support team from the hours of 9 AM to 11 PM from your account, or email them which will take longer for a response but is just as thorough. SBK can also be reached on Facebook and X, and even by letter.

Mobile App

To succeed as a gambling business these days you must have special qualities which separate you from competing platforms. SBK took a chance and became one of the first mobile-only betting sites, affirming that pooling all resources into an app is more beneficial than a desktop. The obvious disadvantage of this is that immediately, a portion of punters are unable to bet with SBK if they prefer usinga desktop. However, the mobile app is sleek, streamlined, and simple to work with. It can be downloaded on the App Store and Google Play making it easily attainable. Research has shown that almost 80% of punters prefer online betting to compared to in-person, and using a mobile app is just one step further.

Our first impression of the SBK mobile app is that it is quite similar to other platforms. The design is basic and dark, but if you aren't focused on the aesthetics it does its job. Punters can browse through the sports and pick their favourites to shortcut them, as well as check on upcoming or settled bets on their account. A cool feature is the Quick Builder which lets you pick your selections with one click and shows you the projected returns. Another feature we like is the community page, where you can follow other users such as your friends, and see their active bets as well as comment on them.

Payment Methods

Although only debit cards and bank transfers are eligible for the welcome bonus, there are thankfully many more payment methods that SBK offers.

To make a deposit as a new customer, make sure first that your account has been verified. Click 'funds', 'deposit', and then 'add new payment method'. Choose the amount you would like to deposit, and set a limit if you wish to.

To make a withdrawal, click 'funds' and then 'withdraw' to see how much is in your account and available for transfer.

Visa

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤3,500

• Withdrawals take 1 to 6 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

Maestro

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤3,500

• Withdrawals take 1 to 6 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

Mastercard

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤3,500

• Withdrawals take 1 to 6 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

Neteller

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤3,000

• Withdrawals take 1 to 2 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

Skrill

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤3,000

• Withdrawals take 1 to 2 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

Trustly

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤10,000

• Withdrawals take 1 to 2 business days to process from ₤10 minimum

PayPal

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤25 to ₤250

• Withdrawals take 1 to 2 business days to process from ₤10 to ₤5,500

Instant Bank Transfer

• Free

• Instant deposits from ₤10 to ₤10,000

• Withdrawals take 12 hours to process from ₤10 minimum

Bank Transfer

• Free

• Deposits take 5 to 10 business days to process from ₤10 to ₤10,000

• Withdrawals take 5 to 10 business days to process from ₤20 minimum

In Summary

SBK is the perfect betting app for new punters to begin their journey. The platform is clear and concise, allowing you to choose from 25 sports and a good selection of betting markets. Outstanding features include SDK Price +, a community page, and competitive odds with random price boosts. Creating a mobile-only business was a risky move that paid off, but be aware that there is no desktop version if this is your preference.