BetMGM Sportsbook Review 2022

Rating:

4.5

4.5/5
MGM is one of the biggest, most trusted gaming brands in the USA. So when they put their muscle behind an online sportsbook you can assume that you’re in for a treat that only Las Vegas can offer.
That said, does the online platform stack up to the Sin City strip heavyweight? You could roll the dice on your own, or read our detailed MGM Sportsbook review below. We thought so. Let’s get to it!
2018
U.S.A.
Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming

BetMGM Sportsbook Product and Service Summary

Sports Covered

5/5

BetMGM offers actionable betting odds on all of the major US professional and amateur (i.e. NCAA) leagues and has a complete listing of international sports from around the world to add to your experience.

Featured leagues/sports include (but are not exclusive to) the following:

If there’s a sporting event to put a bet on, BetMGM will probably cover it.

Odds offered

BetMGM offers the full spectrum of sports betting options in their online sportsbook platform.

Types of odds include the following:

New Player Bonuses and Promotions

4.3/5

After signing up for your BetMGM account, you will be eligible for a risk-free bet on your first wager on bets up to $1,000. So don’t worry, you don’t need to play it coy with your first wager – if you’ve got a solid pick – turn it into big money today! If you lose your free bet, BetMGM will return your original stake to you in the form of free bets.

But new sign-up benefits with BetMGM don’t stop there.

If you sign-up and use the bonus code VIBONUS you’ll receive $25 in free play, no deposit needed to qualify. And when you do deposit, BetMGM will match your first deposit 100% to a maximum of $1000.

Moreover, each U.S. state (where permitted) runs particular sign-up promotions. That means you may be eligible for additional sign-up bonuses for your locale.

Here is an example of a new player promotions in specific states during the NBA/NHL season:

*Promotions are subject to change at any time. While we provide the most up to date sportsbook reviews in the industry, JefeBet does not guarantee availability of any promotions upon sign-up. Confirm promo availability by visiting BetMGM sportsbook after reading this review.

Loyalty Programs, Bonuses, and Promotions

4/5

By signing up to a BetMGM sportsbook account, you are automatically a member of the BetMGM and MGM Resorts’ loyalty program. Customers start earning from day one. Reward points can be redeemed in the online Loyalty store for bonus credits toward sports bets, casino or poker play on BetMGM.

There is even a free bet on your birthday. Remember that tier points are set back to zero on January first each year.

Rewards level
Tier credit requirement

Keep an eye on the promotions page for the great offers that are running in your area.

Deposit Methods

4.7/5

You need to deposit funds into your BetMGM account to start winning. BetMGM has made it easy for you to do. They have provided several ways to deposit funds into your account, and you should have no problem finding one that suits your preferred methods. All options have zero transaction fees on any deposit, and access to your deposit is instant.

The only limit placed on deposits by BetMGM is a $10 minimum amount. BetMGM accepts the following ways to deposit:

Payout Process

4.5/5

The payout process on BetMGM is as easy as the deposit process. It is as simple as going to the cashier tab, clicking on withdraw, and following the prompts. There is a wide range of options, so you will have no trouble finding the one that meets your needs. BetMGM has partnerships with land-based casinos in every state (that the sportsbook operates within) so that you can physically withdraw cash at the casino cage. There are zero costs, and industry-leading security checks are in place to protect you with all methods available on the website or mobile apps.

Rollover Requirements

BetMGM does have the lowest rollover requirement on their bonus-free bet reward, requiring a rollover of only 1x. That’s practically unheard of in the online sportsbook industry.

Allowable Payout Requests

Expect to verify your identity the first time you make a withdrawal request on BetMGM. The security is in place to protect you, and once you have done it the first time, it will be smooth sailing the next time you withdraw from your account. There are no restrictions on the number of withdrawal requests that can be made.

Payout Methods

BetMGM has provided its website users with several ways to withdraw funds. The process is straightforward, navigate to the withdrawal tab on the cashier’s page and follow the prompts. The only difference between the method you would choose is the number of business days you would need to wait. All withdrawals have a $10 minimum amount limit.

BetMGM has a feature that allows you to cash out of their bet early, thus safeguarding their winnings. The cash-out feature is perfect for fans of parlay bets when you are a few legs up and want to take the winnings. When you use the cash-out feature, you can cash out of a straight bet or parlay, you choose to take a smaller portion of the potential winnings, but you are locking in profit when it is available.

Security

5/5

The issue of security is taken very seriously at BetMGM. They employ the latest 128bit encryption protocols in that all communication between your device and the BetMGM servers is encrypted to the highest possible level. In addition, they employ the trademarked 3-D secure protocol as an additional measure to protect you when you are using your card in a “card not present” environment. BetMGM encourages all depositors to use the third-party authentication protocols used by the likes of MasterCard and Visa when transacting on the site.

BetMGM is licensed in all of the states in which they offer sportsbooks, and the full details of the registration are available on the website to give you peace of mind.

Other Betting Products Offered

4.8/5

Racebook

The only place that allows betting on horse racing is in person in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The sportsbook app does not provide any opportunity to bet on horse racing of any kind. With this in mind, BetMGM has released a betting app that focuses just on horse racing. Currently available in Louisiana, Ohio, and Florida, this app is tailor-made for the horse racing enthusiast and allows the full range of horse racing betting.

Online Casino

PlayMGM has been rebranded into the BetMGM online casino. At present, the action in the casino is limited to persons older than 21 years, physically located in the states of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and New Jersey at this time. There is no doubt that new states will be added as soon as the legislation governing online casinos changes.
The casino offers the full range of slots and table games for the people in those states, with the regular promotions and jackpots to be won, all at stakes to suit everyone’s pocket.

BetMGM has teamed up with the team from PartyPoker to offer the latest software to run poker tournaments and cash games in all of the poker variants from Hold ’em to PLO. A welcome addition and a great way to entertain yourself.

Player Experience

4.6/5

The team behind BetMGM is constantly innovating to offer a superior desktop and mobile app platform.

Mobile Betting Experience

BetMGM has a mobile app available on the iOS and Android platforms. The app is easily downloaded, and you can sign up to enjoy all the available features on the website. Remember that the geolocation restrictions apply, and you will only be connected via the app if you are within the states that allow the sportsbook to operate. Be sure to activate your mobile device’s location services prior to registration.

Once “in” you’ll enjoy the app’s smooth-as-butter interface, which maintains favorable elements that make the desktop version of the platform so popular. There is certainly no compromise when switching between desktop and mobile.

Live Betting Experience

BetMGM has the live in-play betting feature, which lets you get involved on a whole new level with the game you are watching (and wagering on). The site allows you to live stream the action so that you can keep up with the odds as they adjust with each score, injury, and occurence. You’ll be on the edge of your seat through each and every game that you invest in! Live in-play streaming is available for all of the major sporting events that you would expect and offers a wide variety of sports and matches throughout the day, from all over the world.

Accessibility Experience

BetMGM does not currently mention anything about their support for the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) issued by the World Wide Web Consortium for the support of those customers who are visually impaired and hard of hearing, which is probably an oversight that will be looked into and corrected in the future. Regardless, from our own inspection we find that the site and app abide by WCAG even if not explicitly stated.

Summary

Despite having a pedigree in the brick and mortar space, BetMGM is a relative newcomer to the online sportsbook scene. This delay can only be attributed to their attention to detail, one that ensures that they deliver a product that aligns with the brand they have established in Vegas. As a result, BetMGM now offers a superior online sports betting platform with competitive odds and promotions. Look for them to gain some serious ground in 2023 and beyond. Should you sign up and give them a try? With a glowing sportsbook review score you can bet on it, all the way to the bank!

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