PointsBet Review

The thunder from 'down under'

The Australian sportsbook made an impressive name for itself globally after launching in 2017, but PointBet set their sights even higher and brought their betting site around the world to the US in 2019 following the overturning of the federal ban on sports betting. And they've never looked back.

Striking partnerships with major broadcasting networks like NBC Sports, as well as all the major US sports leagues, has rocketed PointsBet to the top tier of online betting platforms, and it just keeps growing.

PointsBet has partnerships with the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, and PGA

One of the key factors in PointsBet's growth and popularity is their commitment to providing great odds for bettors - which they do by using their own betting technology and odds! Without reliance on a third party provider, PointsBet can adjust and set lines that are more favorable to the user. Plus, by having same game parlays, as well as their unique 'points betting' and 'name-a-bet' features, they really stand out from the pack in terms of betting variety.

PointsBet have taken the idea of mobile betting and run with it. They offer a super sleek and simple app with tons of features right at your fingertips. We can easily say that the PointsBet app is one of the best out there, and think it is undoubtedly the best way to wager on the sportsbook.

Aside from all the exclusive features on the PointsBet sportsbook, they have an incredibly versatile 5x $50 Second Chance Bet offer, alongside daily boosts, and existing user promos. So once you've snagged some great offers, you can spend your bonus bets on things like live betting or parlays - and even feel comfortable about a risky wager because of their full and partial cash out options!

• Their in-house odds are always some of the best for US sports
• Incredible betting variety and unique betting features
• Daily boosts and regular promotions & offers
• Single Game Parlays for major sports

• No phone number for customer support
• PayPal is the only e-wallet option

With PointsBet promo code LEADSTAR3 new users can enjoy 5 Second Chance Bets of $50! This is one of the biggest sign up bonuses of any sportsbook in the US right now, and it will absolutely help you 'live your bet life'.

One of the things we love about this welcome offer is thats it's split into five separate chunks, and is spread out over five days. Most betting sites have a big number linked to their promo no many people can really max out in a single bet, but PointsBet adds a ton of versatility by giving out a $50 bonus for each of the first five days. Even if the overall value seems lower, it's a lot easier to get the full potential here, and you can spend a few days getting a feel for the betting site too!

This is the perfect opportunity to try out the innovative Points Betting feature, or even lightning betting!

There are no rollover requirements on this PointsBet promo - your winnings can be withdrawn right away after wagering with bonus bets

What's not to love about a betting app that just throws bonus bets at your through promotions? You're in luck here because PointsBet does just that.

From daily boosts, constantly changing existing user offers, and some of the most consistent bonus bet offers around, PointsBet Promos are everywhere.

Once you get registered with the sportsbook and claim the sign up offer, you should keep an eye on the 'promos' tab to see what's available for you.

Because PointsBet frequently changes their promos, make sure to check out the sportsbook for the most up to date offers in your states.

Better than a browser

With a strong shift to a mobile first attitude for online activity, we always love to see a sportsbook that prioritizes their betting app, which PointsBet has done. Sticking with their sleek and simple design, the PointsBet app is easy to navigate, with all the same functions moved to the palm of your hand.

A free download for all Android and Apple users, the PointsBet app deserves the high 4.7 star rating it currently has on both app stores.

Since there are so many sports and league to bet on all over the globe, there isn't much downtime for sports betting fanatics, so being able to take a top tier betting app anywhere you go is brilliant.

With more live streaming options being added all the time, you can take your live betting on the go, and the partial cash out slider function just feels natural on a smartphone. And even if you just sitting on the couch at home, you can just pick up your phone or tablet, and put together a sweet parlay with the PointsBet App's quick parlay feature.

Some of the best features of the PointsBet sportsbook should be enjoyed on the betting app, and we'd go as far to say it is the best way to use PointsBet.

While there are no exclusive features on the PointsBet App yet, it seems to be a trend many betting apps are going for - including unique offers and even some additional betting markets just for app users. We think PointsBet might follow this trend in the US, and keep improving their betting app above what it already is - which is fantastic.

Good news for people who take their sports betting on the go - the PointsBet App is available on both iOS and Android, so all smartphone users can enjoy what the betting app has to offer.

How to download the PointsBet iOS App

1. Hit one of the buttons on this page and use promo code LEADSTAR3 to get your PointsBet sign up bonus
2. Create your account and register with PointsBet
3. Head to the App Store and search 'PointsBet'
4. Download and bet!

How to download the PointsBet Android App

1. Hit one of the buttons on this page and use promo code LEADSTAR3 to get your PointsBet sign up bonus
2. Create your account and register with PointsBet
3. Head to the Play Store and search 'PointsBet'
4. Download and bet!

PointsBet has been crossing state lines, and is actively expanding across the USA. Right now the betting app is available in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia & West Virginia.

Regardless of what state you're in, you can enjoy all the features PointsBet has to offer, and right now you can even use the online casino in Michigan and New Jersey.

PointsBet Colorado launched in May 2020, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Centennial State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet CO Partners

• Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Mammoth, University of Colorado Buffaloes
• In-Person Betting: Double Eagle Hotel and Casino

PointsBet Illinois launched in September 2020, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Prairie State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet IL Partners

• Chicago Bears, Chicago White Sox
• In-Person Betting: Hawthorn Race Course and three Club Hawthorne locations - Oakbrook, Prospect Heights, and Crestwood

PointsBet Indiana launched in March 2020, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Hoosier State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet IN Partners

• Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers

PointsBet Iowa launched in November 2019, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Hawkeye State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet IA Partners

• In-Person: Catfish Bend Casino

PointsBet Michigan launched in May 2021, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Great Lakes State. PointsBet also offers their online casino in Michigan.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet MI Partners

• Detroit Tigers, Detroit Pistons, Detroit Red Wings
• In-Person: Northern Waters Casino

PointsBet New Jersey launched in January 2019, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Garden State. PointsBet NJ also features their online casino in the state.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet NJ Partners

• In-Person: Meadowlands Racetrack

PointsBet New York launched in January 2022, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Empire State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet Pennsylvania launched in February 2022, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Keystone State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet Virginia launched in February 2022, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Old Dominion.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet West Virginia launched in February 2022, and is available to anyone visiting or living in the Mountain State.

Available on: iOS & Android

PointsBet features and unique betting varieties

Now that you've got a good idea of what the PointBet app has to offer, let's get into the nitty, gritty of the actual sportsbook - which is the most important thing.

PointBet makes it very clear from the get go when you open up the betting app what they offer. There are always featured sports, generally major US sports like the NBA, NFL, or NHL, that are easily navigated to with the various tabs and menu buttons. And once you get into the market or match you want to wager on, you have tons of options to bet on. Moneyline, props, parlays, and even futures are all featured on the sportsbook - so you'll always have a diverse range of events that are ongoing, and different ways to bet on them.

Plus, PointsBet has taken the reins and become an innovator in online sports betting with unique features like Points Betting and Name a Bet to give users even more ways to get creative with their bets!

As you can see from the list above, PointsBet doesn't shy away from brining in sports from all over the world. Even smaller and more niche events like darts, cricket, or eSports are featured on the sportsbook. (while not exactly sports betting, you can frequently find 'entertainment' as an option for things like the Oscars)

If you don't have a specific market in mind, just check out some of the menu options on the sidebar like 'next up' or 'live' to see what's starting soon.

And if you need a little inspiration on how you want to bet, you can see a full list of promos currently offered on the PointsBet app, which might give you that little push to go for a parlay bet and earn some bonus bets at the same time!

To sum up, the PointsBet sportsbook has everything you could hope for, and is packaged in a really well designed and fast betting app.

Without a doubt one of the coolest features of PointsBet is their unique Points Betting option. Diverging from the typical 'right or wrong' outcome of most bets, Points Betting actually factors in how 'correct' you actually are, and increases your win (or loss) depending on how right you are.

High-risk, high-reward, Points Betting adds a totally unique reward mechanic to your betting!

Fortunately Points Betting isn't a whole lot more complicated than normal fixed odds wagering, the important thing to remember is that your potential winnings are not locked into a specific binary outcome, rather they can fluctuate depending on how the game is going.

Simply put, points betting is a option that allows you to win or lose more money depending on how correct you are - which could about total points scored in an NBA game, rushing yards of an NFL player, time of the first NHL goal, or first round score at the Masters.

How does points betting work?

This is probably the next thing you're wondering, so here is a handy example to make it a bit clearer (and a PointsBet video also explaining!):

You might be a bit worried that you could lose tons of money on a bad bet - which is totally understandable, and also something PointsBet has considered. On any Points Betting wager you can set a limit for your win/loss to make sure your not losing tons of money if something unexpected happens.

Offering a decent selection of payment methods for both deposits and withdrawals, PointsBet USA has a solid handle on helping you get your money in and out - but where they really stand out is the withdrawal speed.

PointsBet offers the incredibly popular e-wallet PayPal for both deposits and withdrawals

Usually only taking a couple of hours max - PointsBet (or should we say PointsBest) is one of the quickest in the nation for withdrawals.

PointsBet deposit options include:

• Credit/Debit Card (IA only Debit Card)
• PayPal
• Online Bank Transfer
• PayNearMe (Not in MI)
• ACH/eCheck
• PointsBet MasterCard (NJ only)
• Cash In-person (IL, IA, NJ only)

Almost all deposit methods for PointsBet are instant, with the exception of ACH/eCheck which could take up to 3 days.

PointsBet Deposit Limits

PointsBet has one of the lowest deposit limits of any betting app at only $5. This is great if your just looking to wager a small amount for fun - especially since the lowest bet requirement is $0.50.

As far as maximum deposit limits - this is dependant on your deposit method, but it can range from $500 if you're using PayNearMe to unlimited with PayPal or cash.

PointsBet withdrawal options include:

• PayPal
• Online Bank Transfer
• ACH/eCheck
• PointsBet MasterCard (NJ only)
• Cash In-person (IL, NJ, IA only)

Like the deposit limit, PointsBet boasts one of the lowest withdrawal limits going at $5 for most methods. If you are using the PointsBet MasterCard however the minimum is $20, and $50 for cash withdraws.

As above, your daily maximum withdrawal amount is linked to whatever method you choose to get your money, but options like PayPal and ACH have no limits, and cash is only capped at $10,000.

PointsBet Withdrawal Times

A shining point among a long list of betting apps that for some reason struggle with getting your money back to you (we wonder why...), PointsBet has some of the quickest withdrawal times of any sportsbook.

Ranging from instant cash withdrawals and 1-2 days for PayPal, to 5 days with an ACH transfer or online bank transfer, PointsBet gets you your money quick. In general we've noticed that after your first withdrawal it usually only takes a couple hours.

Even though they have a dedicated support email, decent FAQ section, and 24/7 live chat, we are a little disappointed that PointsBet doesn't offer a phone line for customer service.

• PointsBet Email: service@pointsbet.com
• PointsBet Live Chat: 24/7 via the PointsBet website or app
• PointsBet FAQs: via the PointsBet website of app

That being said, if the lack of telephone customer support is one of the weakest things about this betting app, it just goes to show how fleshed out the entire sportsbook really is.

Get ready to smile casino fans, because the PointsBet Casino App is fun option if you're looking for some gambling action between games!

While it's only available at the moment in Michigan and New Jersey, there are plans for expansion of this aspect of the betting app.

While there are better options out there if you're looking for a truly dedicated online casino, PointsBet Casino is nothing to turn your nose up at.

You can look forward to a mixture of live and simulated games like BlackJack, Roulette, Baccarat, and even Poker.

Of course there are also a number of slot games and even video poker!

Unfortunately PointsBet has yet to offer a new user sign up bonus for the PointsBet Casino App, but we expect this will change fairly soon, so check back for details!