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They say the best things in life are free. While this may not always be the case, there's plenty to get stuck into on Betting App's free bets page.

Free Bets on UK Betting Apps (2024)

Bonus Turnover Min odds 

Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 4/5 (1.80)

ClaimGo to BetUK

T&Cs apply. New cust only. Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org

Bet £10 Get a £30 Surprise Bet

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.50)

ClaimGo to Kwiff

New customers & 18+ only. Min. deposit of £10. Qualifying real money bet of £10. Min odds greater than or equal to 1.5 required. E/W bets excluded. Offer credited within 48 hours. Additional T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.

Bet £10 Get £40 in bonuses
+100 free spins

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.00)

ClaimGo to BetVictor

18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 at odds 2.00+ within 7 days, no cashout. Get 3x £10 Free Bets, set events at odds 2.00+. Plus a £10 Slot Bonus, selected games, wager 20x to withdraw max £250. Plus 100 Free Spins. 100 Free Spins have no wagering. Bonuses and Spins expire in 7 days. Card payments only. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.

Bet £10 Get £20 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1.5

ClaimGo to LiveScore Bet

*New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 days from crediting (ex. E/Ws & Multiples), stakes not returned. Click here for Rules & Exclusions. Bet Responsibly. BeGambleAware.org

Bet £25 get a £10 free bet
+ 25 Free Spins on Bonanza

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 2.0 (1/1)

ClaimGo to Rhino Bet

UK only. 18+. T&C's apply. The promotional period is 00:00 24/02/23 and is an ongoing promotion. To qualify you must make a minimum deposit of £25 and wager a minimum of £25 within 24 hours of Sign Up. Cashed out or void Bets do not qualify. Reward is available once. If your first Bet fails to reach the criteria, then you will not receive the Reward.

Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/5 (1.20)

ClaimGo to Bet365

Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. T&Cs, time limits and exclusions apply.

Bet £10 get £20 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.00)

ClaimGo to Parimatch

18+, New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 on any sports (odds 2.00+) in 7 days. No cash out. Get 4x£5 sports free bets for set markets (odds 2.00+), which expire in 7 days. Offer is valid from 10:00 UK time on 16/01/2023. Card payments only. T&Cs Apply, see below. begambleaware.org | Please Gamble Responsibly

Get £10 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1.75+

ClaimGo to Betway

New customers only. This offer is valid for 7 days from your new account being registered. Min Deposit: £10. First deposit matched up to £10. 1 x wagering at odds of 1.75+ to unlock Free Bet. Debit Card deposits only (exclusions apply). Free bet will expire 7 days after the 1st deposit. 18+. BeGambleAware.org. Bet The Responsible Way. Full Terms apply

Bet £10 get a £10 free bet

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.50)

ClaimGo to Netbet

DEPOSIT AND BET £10 MINIMUM ODDS 1/2 (1.50) / £10 FREEBET / VALID 7 DAYS / T&CS APPLY / 18+ / BEGAMBLEAWARE.ORG

Bet £10 get £40 in Bonuses

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.00)

ClaimGo to Betfred

New 18+ UK customers only. Register using the promo code WELCOME40, deposit and place first bet of £10+ on Sports (cumulative Evens+) within 7 days of registration. First bet must be on Sports. £30 in Free Bets and £10 in Free Spins (50x20p) credited within 10 hours of bet settlement. Free Bet stakes are not included in any returns. Bonuses have a 7-day expiry. Payment restrictions apply. SMS verification and/or Proof of I.D and address may be required. Full T&Cs apply.

Bet £10 get £20 in Free bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.5)

ClaimGo to Virgin Bet

*New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 days from acceptance (ex. E/Ws & Multiples), stakes not returned. Bet Responsibly. BeGambleAware.org. 18+

Offer Currently Unavailable

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.5)

ClaimGo to Spreadex

Place a qualifying £25 fixed odds bet at odds of 1/2 or greater. Qualifying bet cannot be placed in-play or cashed out early. A first free £5 fixed odds bet will be credited upon settlement of the qualifying bet. 4 x following £5 free fixed odds bets will be added to your account on consecutive days. After each of your first two free fixed odds bet you will also get a free £5 Total Goals spread bet. Free bets and spins must be claimed within 28 days of opening. Free bet/spin stake not included in any winnings. Ts&Cs Apply. 18+ begambleaware.org

Bet £10 get £10 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 2.0 (1/1)

ClaimGo to BoyleSports

New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile exclusive. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Payment method restrictions. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply

Bet £15 get £10

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 4/5

ClaimGo to BetTarget

18+. New customers only. Min wagering on sport £15. Max one £10 free bet. Qualifying bets must be placed at odds of 1/1 or greater. Paid as bonus token with min 4/5 odds req. PayPal, Neteller, Paysafe or Skrill not eligible. Bet expires after 14 days of being credited. Gambling can be addictive. Please play responsibly, www.begmbleaware.org. T&C's apply.

Bet £5 get £20 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.50)

ClaimGo to Ladbrokes

18+ New UK+IRE customers. Paypal and certain deposit types excluded. Min £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days on sports, stake not returned. Not eligible for Casino Welcome Offer. No cashout, restrictions + T&Cs apply.

Bet £5 get £20 in Free bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.50)

ClaimGo to Coral

18+ Eligible UK+IRE players. Paypal & some deposit & bet types excl. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. No cash-out, restrictions & T&Cs apply.

Bet £10 get £10

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.0)

ClaimGo to Luckster

This offer is for new customers only and is available once per household. Max. FreeBet amount: £10 Minimum Deposit and wagering on sport to activate the Free Bet is: £10 Void/cancelled or cashed out bets do not count towards wagering to activate the free bet. Offer valid only to customers making a first deposit of £10 or more. Offer only applies to players who are residents of United Kingdom and Ireland. Full T&Cs Apply

Bet £10 Get £10

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.0)

ClaimGo to ZetBet

18+, Welcome Bonus: New Players only, 1st Deposit, Min Deposit: £10, max £10 bonus, valid for 14 days, bets must be placed at odds of 1/1 or greater and be settled within 14 days of placement. System bets no eligible.

Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/2 (1.50)

ClaimGo to William Hill

New customers using Promo code H30 only, Min £10/€10 stake, min odds 1/2, free bets paid as 2 x £15/€15, free bets credited after settlement of first qualifying bet, free bets will expire 30 days after the qualifying bet is placed, payment method/player/country restrictions apply.

Deposit £10 get £30 in free bets

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds:

ClaimGo to SBK

New UK, IE & Malta users only. Min. £10/€10 first deposit only using Debit Card or Trustly. Free bets expire in 90 days. T&Cs apply.

Bet £10 get £20

Turnover: No requirements

Lowest odds: 1/1 (2.0)

ClaimGo to Luckland

18+, WELCOME BONUS: NEW PLAYERS ONLY, 1ST DEPOSIT, MIN DEPOSIT,: £10, MAX £20 FREE BET VALID FOR 14 DAYS, BETS MUST BE PLACED AT ODDS OF 1/1 OR GREATER AND BE SETTLED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PLACEMENT. SYSTEM BETS NOT ELIGIBLE. NETELLER,SKRILL AND PAYPAL NOT ELIGIBLE. T&C APPLY

THE UK'S TOP BETTING APP FREE BETS: RANKED, REVIEWED & EXPLAINED

Here at Bettingapps.com we have compiled information on all the best free bets available across UK betting apps and to make sure you don't miss a trick, our pages are constantly updated with the latest and greatest offers to UK bettors.

With all the offers out there, choosing the right free bet can be pretty tricky.

This isn't made any easier when you've got Roy Keane, Ray Winstone and Kriss Akabusi each making a valid case for their respective brands. Well, no need to worry. We've done the leg work and I've got your back!

Here you'll find info on the best free bets out there, with everything you'd need to make your decision including our ratings and reviews of our favourite free bets.

Betting apps free bets FAQs

Which app gives the best free bets?

Bet365's 'Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets' and Betfred's 'Bet £10 get £40 in bonuses' are the strongest free bet welcome offers at the moment. Welcome offers change with time. So, it’s always worth checking in with us for new welcome offers available across all apps.

The best app for existing customers to receive free bets is Betway, as they have some great free-to-play games and ongoing promotions like their 'Free Bet Club', where you can opt-in to receive £5 free bets every week by betting £25+ on trebles and accumulators.

Can I get free bets without a deposit?

Nearly all free bets that you receive as a welcome offer will require an initial deposit and many offers require a qualifying bet, and your free bets will then be issued after your first bet is settled.

As well as the free bets that you can score with sign-up offers, existing customers can win free bets through free-to-play games, such as Ladbrokes' '1-2-Free' and Betway's '4-to-Score'.

What does 'stake not returned' mean?

If it is stated that your stake is not returned, you will only be paid out your winnings from that free bet token. This phrase does pop up a lot, so it is worth remembering.

For example, if you place a free bet of £20 at 2/1 then you’d receive £40 if it wins, which is the winnings not including the original stake. If you’d placed the same bet using cash you would win £40 and get your original £20 stake back.

What should I look for in a free bet offer?

Going for offers with no wagering requirements and no (or very low) minimum odds restrictions is a pretty solid start.

This gives you a lot more freedom with your bets and gives you a better overall chance of turning your free bet into cash.

You should also be aware of any eligible market restrictions tied to the free bet offer. Certain free bets might only be able to be used within football markets, for example, which can feel restricting to those who enjoy betting across a variety of sports.

Can anyone claim a free bet offer?

Free bet offers are available to anyone who is 18+, resides in the UK and does not already have an account registered with the brand already.

Is cash out available on free bets?

Generally, no. Cash out options are not available when using your free bet on all of the listed apps. Though be sure to read all terms and conditions, as this may change with certain offers.

How do I find the best free bet?

The lists on this page will help you find what we would consider to be the best free offers around. All bookmakers listed on this page are trusted brands, but make sure to read the terms and conditions which will outline the minimum odds and qualifying bet stipulations.

Do free bets expire?

Yes, free bets do have a validity period after which they will expire. This period is usually between 7-30 days. Each offer is different, so it's important that you go over the T&Cs.

'SHOW ME THE MONEY'...KINDA: HOW DO FREE BETS WORK?

Free bets, also referred to as credits or tokens, are one of many incentives bookmakers have on offer to entice potential customers. They can be part of a welcome offer, which is given to new customers when they register, or part of an ongoing promotion. Despite these offers being labelled as 'free', free bets cannot be withdrawn as cash.

You must meet certain stipulations before you can receive your free bets, including placing a qualifying bet with specific odds or on specified markets and you'll typically receive your free bets once your qualifying bet is settled, along with any cash winnings.

Your free bets may still have restrictions so that you can only use them on certain markets or events after receiving them. If this is the case, those eligible markets will be set out in the T&Cs.

Free bet stakes are not returned after your qualifying bet is settled, unlike cash bets.

Existing customers can also get free bets through promotions for specific sports or events, or simply as a loyalty reward. Betway’s Free Bet Club and Paddy Power’s Rewards Club are a couple of examples.

Five pixel phones showing the free bet welcome offers from 5 different brands

Free Bets are included in the welcome offer of most UK betting apps

New Customer Free Bets

Let's be fair, the idea of a welcome offer is to convince new customers to join. As a result, free bets are among the most popular incentives out there and offer a great chance at turning those credits into cold hard cash.

Given that there's no shortage of bookies to sign up with who are offering free bet welcome offers, there's ample opportunity to cash in as a new customer time and time again. New customer free bets can be easily claimed if you are a UK resident and don’t already have an account with the betting app in question.

It's worth bearing in mind that some betting apps advertise even better free bet welcome offers than usual in the run-up to major events like the Cheltenham Festival and Champions League final.

OUR FAVOURITE FREE BET OFFERS & MINI-REVIEWS

We here at Bettingapps.com love a free bet. What's not to love?

I mean, everything is insanely expensive right now (not to be that guy, but remember when Freddos were 10p?) So getting a little extra does feel pretty good.

We put together a list of our favourite free bet offers available from UK bookies right now and a little bit about the offers you can get when signing up with each of their apps.

Bet365

Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

The Bet365 new customer offer is a no-brainer to have on our list.

Bet365 offers new users a 300% bonus, from a £10 bet with minimum odds of 1/5 (1.20), it’s hard to find another sign-up offer that compares on the market right now.

Claim £30 offer

Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. T&Cs, time limits and exclusions apply.


BetUK

Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

A simple ‘Bet £10 get £30’ offer from BetUK, which gives you 3 x £10 free bets upon settlement of your £10 qualifying bet at minimum odds of 1/2 (1.50). BetUK's ACCA club also offers a £5 free bet every week if you place a bet of £20 on accumulators with five legs or more.

Claim £30 offer

T&Cs apply. New cust only. Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org


Ladbrokes

Bet £5 get £20 in Free Bets

This a really strong offer for those of you who want to make a smaller deposit. With just a £5 qualifying bet at minimum odds of 1/2 (1.50), new users receive £20 in bonuses - broken down into 4 x £5 free bets. Punters can also bag some free bets with Ladbrokes' free-to-play game: 1-2-Free.

Claim £20 offer

18+ New UK+IRE customers. Paypal and certain deposit types excluded. Min £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days on sports, stake not returned. Not eligible for Casino Welcome Offer. No cashout, restrictions + T&Cs apply.


BetVictor

Bet £10 Get £40 in bonuses
+100 free spins

BetVictor delivers a stellar welcome offer. By placing a £10 qualifying bet at minimum odds of 1/1 (2.00), you get 3 x £10 sports bets, £10 in selected slots bonuses plus 100 free spins. This offer has a lot to satisfy punters across the board.

Claim £40 offer

18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 at odds 2.00+ within 7 days, no cashout. Get 3x £10 Free Bets, set events at odds 2.00+. Plus a £10 Slot Bonus, selected games, wager 20x to withdraw max £250. Plus 100 Free Spins. 100 Free Spins have no wagering. Bonuses and Spins expire in 7 days. Card payments only. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.


ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FREE BETS?

The term 'free bets' is simple enough, but there are a few different types of free bet offers that you will come across.

'Bet £10 get £30' offers

Some variation of a 'Bet Get' offer is one of the most common incentives that new customers can expect when signing up with a bookmaker.

A common Bet Get offer is Bet £10 get £30, where the £30 bonus can be credited in one large chunk or broken down into smaller free bets. It is also quite common to have sportsbook free bets and casino spins and tokens combined in the same bonus.

Best 'Bet £10 get £30' free bet offers

  1. Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

    T&Cs apply. New cust only. Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org

  2. Bet £10 Get a £30 Free Bet

    New Players Only. Minimum stake $/€/£ 10, minimum odds 1.5, stake not returned.1X wagering the winnings from the free bet. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Wagering requirement is calculated on bonus bets only, wagering starts from real funds. Free bet is valid for 7 Days from issue. Max conversion: $/€/£ 200. Excluded Skrill deposits. Withdrawal requests voids all active/pending bonuses . Full Terms Apply

  3. Bet £20 get £20 in free bets

    18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £20 on any sport at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 2x £10 Free Bets on any sports market. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments only. T&Cs apply. begambleaware.org | Please gamble responsibly

'Bet £10 get £20' offers

A variation on the above bonus, where the amounts change but the premise is the same. More often than not, your £20 bonus will be split into two £10 bets, but this varies between bookies, with some splitting it down to four £5 bets.

Best 'Bet £10 get £20' free bet offers

  1. Bet £10 Get £20 in Free Bets

    *New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 days from crediting (ex. E/Ws & Multiples), stakes not returned. Click here for Rules & Exclusions. Bet Responsibly. BeGambleAware.org

  2. Bet £10 get £20

    18+, WELCOME BONUS: NEW PLAYERS ONLY, 1ST DEPOSIT, MIN DEPOSIT,: £10, MAX £20 FREE BET VALID FOR 14 DAYS, BETS MUST BE PLACED AT ODDS OF 1/1 OR GREATER AND BE SETTLED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PLACEMENT. SYSTEM BETS NOT ELIGIBLE. NETELLER,SKRILL AND PAYPAL NOT ELIGIBLE. T&C APPLY

  3. Bet £15 get £10

    18+. New customers only. Min wagering on sport £15. Max one £10 free bet. Qualifying bets must be placed at odds of 1/1 or greater. Paid as bonus token with min 4/5 odds req. PayPal, Neteller, Paysafe or Skrill not eligible. Bet expires after 14 days of being credited. Gambling can be addictive. Please play responsibly, www.begmbleaware.org. T&C's apply.

'Bet £5...' offers

Another very common offer is 'Bet £5...' free bets.

As above, you essentially are getting a free bet (or series of) after placing your qualifying bet. The difference is that you only have to wager a fiver to be eligible for your freebies.

'Bet £5...' free bets are perfect for those of you who want to make a lower initial deposit, but still want to get a great welcome offer.

Best 'Bet £5...' free bet offers

  1. Bet £5 get £20 in Free Bets

    18+ New UK+IRE customers. Paypal and certain deposit types excluded. Min £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days on sports, stake not returned. Not eligible for Casino Welcome Offer. No cashout, restrictions + T&Cs apply.

  2. Bet £5 get £20 in Free bets

    18+ Eligible UK+IRE players. Paypal & some deposit & bet types excl. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. No cash-out, restrictions & T&Cs apply.

Matched free bets

A matched free bet is pretty much what it says on the tin. You place a wager with your own money and if your bet loses you will be refunded your stake, up to a certain amount which is mostly always stated.

You can either get a refund of your bet in cash or as a free bet, but this is dependent on the terms of the particular offer.

Screenshot of Betfreds Free Bet if 2nd Promo

Betfred's Free Bet if 2nd promo is an example of a matched free bet where your stake will be refunded if your horse on a specific race places second

These free bets can also come with stipulations that you must follow to receive your free bets. A common money-back promo that can be found in horse racing is 'money back if 2nd' - which can be found on both Betfred and Kwiff - where your stake will be returned as a free bet if your horse places second.

These types of bets can be part of an ongoing promotion for existing customers or part of a sign-up offer.

Money back or matched free bets have been referred to as ‘risk-free’ bets in the past but due to stricter compliance in the UK, bookies no longer use the term. This is mainly because there is always an element of risk attached to gambling and 'risk-free' was seen to be misleading.

This means that you tend to see ‘matched free bet’, ‘money back as a free bet’ or 'first loss refunded in cash’ instead.

If you are ever in doubt as to the nature of your bet, always make sure to read the terms and conditions and be sure to gamble responsibly.

Free bet offers vs bonus offers: What’s the difference?

At first glance, free bet offers and bonus offers might look the same and both are offered regularly by bookies.

Bonus offers work initially the same way as a free bet, in that you place a qualifying bet and when the bet is settled the stated bonus amount will be credited to you. But, it is worth knowing the few differences between them that you should always look out for when signing up for a new betting brand.

Bonus offers often will involve casino tokens or free spins element.

For example, you may see an offer for ‘Bet £10 get £40 in bonuses’. So, this differs from a standard 'Bet £10 get £40' offer in that you’ll get £30 worth of free bets to use on the sportsbook, plus a £10 casino bonus.

Sometimes there will be an added extra with free spins on selected slots, as can be seen in the BetVictor welcome offer.

Someone holding an ipad showing the Bet Victor welcome offer

BetVictor is an example of how a brand's welcome offer can be broken down to include casino bonuses and free spins.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT FREE BET OFFER?

When considering a free bet welcome offer, it is important to go over the fine print and assess the requirements of each individual one. This goes for all sign-up bonuses and offers, not only free bets.

Below are some of the key factors to consider when determining what's right for you.

Value of free bets

Obviously, you want the biggest free bet possible. However higher bonus amounts can come with more restrictive terms.

These can include eligible markets, less-than-perfect minimum odds requirements or even a wagering requirement. The moral of the story here. Always read the T&Cs.

Wagering requirement

Wagering requirements are more common with certain promos - matched deposit bonuses, for example.

Wagering requirements signify how many times your bonus funds must be wagered (turned over) before the money can become withdrawable as cash.

Minimum odds

This refers to the lowest odds at which your qualifying bet can be placed, but can also apply to the minimum odds at which you can use as your already credited free bets.

Validity period

This refers to the period of time in which you have to place the qualifying bet or use free bets which have been credited to you.

Usually, the time period is between 7-30 days, after which you will forfeit your free bet.

BEST SIGN-UP FREE BET OFFER RIGHT NOW (EDITORS CHOICE)

BET365 'BET £10 GET £30 IN FREE BETS' OFFER
Daniel McKenna

Daniel McKenna

Ahh decisions, decisions. It's tough to choose my favourite, as there are plenty of strong offers out there. But, right now, I'd have to say Bet365 is my pick of the bunch with their Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets welcome offer. It's a simple offer that will get you as much as you can in free bets on the market right now.

The headline here is that new customers can get £30 in free bets with a qualifying bet of £10. What I like about this offer though, as stipulated in the T&Cs, is the minimum deposit of £5.

This adds great flexibility for those who don't want to deposit £10, but like the look of Bet365 and want some freebies.

When looking at a free bet welcome offer, and the minimum odds attached, all I'm thinking is that I don't want to have to make a qualifying bet at high odds to unlock the free bets.

With this offer, Bet365 have set the minimum odds for qualifying bets at 1/5 (1.20). Which I think is great, as it provides a little more reassurance with your qualifying bet.

Basically, in my perfect scenario, I want the money I deposited to be nice and snug back in my account after the bet has been settled, with a little cherry on top. Then I'll just get my free stuff and be on my merry way.

Obviously, this isn't always the case. But, the minimum odds on offer here give users a bit more breathing room.

Oh, and not to mention that Bet365 is one of the strongest, if not the strongest, sportsbooks out there and their app is top-class.

FREE BETS FOR FOOTBALL FANS

Given that it’s the most popular sport in the world, of course, football dominates the world of online betting.

As a result, betting brands cater a lot of their free bet offers to football fans and pretty much all free bet offers can be used on a multitude of football markets worldwide.

The obvious examples are the Premier League and the Champions League, as well as major international tournaments, such as the World Cup and European Championships.

You will often see brands promoting lots of free football bets and great welcome offers around the time of major championships and significant matches, so it's certainly worth keeping an eye out for them.

I've put together a few of the best football free bet offers, which I think are worth football fans checking out.

BEST FREE BET WELCOME OFFERS FOR FOOTBALL FANS

  1. Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

    T&Cs apply. New cust only. Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org

  2. Get £10 in Free Bets

    New customers only. This offer is valid for 7 days from your new account being registered. Min Deposit: £10. First deposit matched up to £10. 1 x wagering at odds of 1.75+ to unlock Free Bet. Debit Card deposits only (exclusions apply). Free bet will expire 7 days after the 1st deposit. 18+. BeGambleAware.org. Bet The Responsible Way. Full Terms apply

  3. Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

    Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. T&Cs, time limits and exclusions apply.

  4. Bet £10 get £20 in Free Bets

    18+, New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 on any sports (odds 2.00+) in 7 days. No cash out. Get 4x£5 sports free bets for set markets (odds 2.00+), which expire in 7 days. Offer is valid from 10:00 UK time on 16/01/2023. Card payments only. T&Cs Apply, see below. begambleaware.org | Please Gamble Responsibly

  5. Bet £5 get £20 in Free Bets

    18+ New UK+IRE customers. Paypal and certain deposit types excluded. Min £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 = 4x £5 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days on sports, stake not returned. Not eligible for Casino Welcome Offer. No cashout, restrictions + T&Cs apply.

After the dust has settled you want to make sure that you can still get those free bets. Many bookmakers also have ongoing free bet and money-back promotions which are tailored towards existing football punters.

FREE BET PROMOS FOR FOOTBALL FANS

BetUK ACCA Club

With BetUK's ACCA Club, you place a bet of £20 on accumulators with five legs or more (each leg must have minimum odds of 1.2 or more). Upon the settlement of the accumulator, a £5 Free Bet will be credited to your account.

Betway Free Bet Club

An ongoing promotion in which you can opt-in to get a free £10 bet every week when you bet £25+ on multiples. Great if footie accumulators are your thing and you want to get a bit extra.

Paddy Power's All Sports All Markets

If one of your bets on a pre-match ACCA or pre-match bet builder lets you down, you can get a free bet of £10 per day.

While it says 'all sports', horse racing is exempt from this offer, so I think it would be perfect for fans of accumulators on the beautiful game.

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FREE BETS

Unfortunately, there are not any specific champions league free bets at the time of writing.

Bet365, Ladbrokes and William hill are some of the best apps out there for football bettors, with strong welcome offers and a great variety of champions league betting markets on offer.

FREE BETS FOR HORSE RACING FANS

With horse racing being another cornerstone of betting in the UK, it’s not surprising that many bookies focus on massively catering to horse racing fans.

As with football, nearly all sign-up offers and bonuses can be used on various markets worldwide. There are also plenty of ongoing promos out there, where you can score some free bets or take advantage of money-back offers.

I've put together a list of some of the best free bet offers for horse racing fans, based on bang for your buck and markets they can be used on.

BEST FREE BET WELCOME OFFERS FOR HORSE RACING FANS

  1. Money back as cash up to £20
    If your first bet loses

    Max £20 refund on first bet. Bet must be placed in first 7 days of account opening. Only deposits made via Debit Card will be eligible for the promotion. T&Cs apply

  2. Bet £10 get £20 in Free Bets

    18+, New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 on any sports (odds 2.00+) in 7 days. No cash out. Get 4x£5 sports free bets for set markets (odds 2.00+), which expire in 7 days. Offer is valid from 10:00 UK time on 16/01/2023. Card payments only. T&Cs Apply, see below. begambleaware.org | Please Gamble Responsibly

  3. Bet £10 Get £40 in bonuses
    +100 free spins

    18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 at odds 2.00+ within 7 days, no cashout. Get 3x £10 Free Bets, set events at odds 2.00+. Plus a £10 Slot Bonus, selected games, wager 20x to withdraw max £250. Plus 100 Free Spins. 100 Free Spins have no wagering. Bonuses and Spins expire in 7 days. Card payments only. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.

  4. Bet £10 get £40 in Bonuses

    New 18+ UK customers only. Register using the promo code WELCOME40, deposit and place first bet of £10+ on Sports (cumulative Evens+) within 7 days of registration. First bet must be on Sports. £30 in Free Bets and £10 in Free Spins (50x20p) credited within 10 hours of bet settlement. Free Bet stakes are not included in any returns. Bonuses have a 7-day expiry. Payment restrictions apply. SMS verification and/or Proof of I.D and address may be required. Full T&Cs apply.

  5. Bet £10 get £10 in Free Bets

    New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile exclusive. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Payment method restrictions. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply

FREE BET PROMOS FOR HORSE RACING FANS

BoyleSports' 'Money Back If 2nd to SP Fave'

Available on selected UK & Irish meets, BoyleSports' money-back promo allows you to get your money back as a free bet if the horse you've backed comes second to a starting price favourite.

Whilst not being the strongest of free bet opportunities out there, it still offers some potential insurance for horse racing punters. Given that the offer is for all races at a specific location, it would be perfect if you've picked a few horses that are all racing at the same meet throughout one day.

Betfred’s ‘Free Bet if 2nd’

Similar to BoyleSports' promo above, except you'll be able to grab your free bet (up to £10) regardless of which horse pipped you to the post. This offer is updated daily with races across a variety of UK & Irish meets.

Betway’s 'Horse Racing Acca Special'

With Betway's horse racing-specific promo, you can get a £5 Free Bet if you opt-in and place a £10+ Horse Racing Acca between the stipulated dates. Unlike the other two promos mentioned, Betway has no restrictions on the races that this promotion applies to.

Despite these offers being specific horse racing promos, it is worth noting that there are certain promos that apply to all sports which are great for racing punters. By which I mean Betway's Free Bet Club and Paddy Power's Rewards Club can also offer horse racing fans a tonne of free bets.

FREE BET PROMOTIONS FOR EXISTING CUSTOMERS

As we've discussed, there are plenty of free bets out there for existing customers.

This isn't surprising, as the idea of your welcome offer is to get your feet through the door and signed up. So now that you're there, why should you stay?

There are plenty of event-specific or limited-time offers that you can take advantage of and many bookies out there have loyalty clubs where you can get all sorts of free bets, including BetUK's ACCA Club, Betway's Free Bet Club, Paddy's Rewards Club and William Hill's Acca Club.

My advice? Take 'em for all they've got!

By opening multiple accounts, across multiple bookmakers, you'll be spreading yourself out, instead of limiting yourself to one brand.

You will then not only be able to take advantage of more free bet offers upon signing up, but you will also have the chance to score more free bets with ongoing promotions for existing customers.

'FREE BET NO DEPOSIT' FREE BET OFFERS

While it might sound too good to be true, there are in fact some actual free bet no deposit offers out there. They are just not what you may think...

I'm not talking about those codes that you see popping up around the place, where sites assure you that you can get some free bets without having to dip into your own pocket, as this is just not realistic.

What I mean is free-to-play games like Betway's 4 To Win and Paddy Power's Beat the Drop where, as an existing customer, you can grab yourself some free bets without depositing any money.

These free-to-play games are a great opportunity to pick up free bets and casino spins, as well as cash prizes if your luck's in! I've put together a list of some of the best free-to-play games on which you can win some free bets:

Best Free-to-Play games for free bets:

CASINO FREE BETS

With nearly every UK sportsbook app comes a top-notch online casino offering for punters to get stuck into.

With everything we've talked about today, it can come as no surprise that there's a bunch of freebies to be had, except they are usually referred to as 'Slot Bonuses' or 'Spins'.

It is very common for bookies to have welcome offers that combine free bets, which can be used on the sportsbook, with free spins that can be used on an app's casino offering.

BetVictor currently offers one of the strongest welcome bonuses for those who are both sports betting and casino fans. By placing a £10 qualifying bet at minimum odds of 1/1 (2.00) you will get 3 x £10 free bets, a £10 slot bonus and 100 free spins on the Fishin' Frenzy slot.

I won't go on as casino bonuses are a huge topic and you're here for free bets, not spins. So we'll pick that up another day but, for now, I've put together a few of my favourite welcome offers for casino betting fans.

BEST WELCOME OFFERS FOR CASINO FANS

  1. Grab up to 50 free spins
    & Play for up to £100 extra too!

    Full T&Cs apply. New reg only. Opt in & deposit £10, £25 or £50 within 7 days & further 7 days to wager cash stakes 35x to unlock reward (£50 on 2 deposits). 3 day exp. Wagering/game contributions vary. 25 wager-free spins x10p to added to Starburst with each qualifying deposit, 3 day expiry. 18+ BeGambleAware.org LeoSafePlay.com Play responsibly!

  2. Get a 150% Bonus up to £150
    + 25 Free Spins

    18+. BeGambleAware.org. New accounts only. Min. £10 deposit, debit card only. Up to 50x wagering, game contributions vary, max. stake applies, 7 day expiry. See full terms.

  3. 100% up to £300
    +50 extra spins

    Casino only. Bonus is 100& of first deposit, up to a maximum of £300. Minimum deposit of £10. Bonus must be claimed within 3 days. Wagering requirements apply. Bonus amount cannot be withdrawn. Further T&Cs apply.

FREE BETS - CONCLUSION

All in all, it's not hard to see why free bets are among one of the most popular offers around.

As a welcome offer, they give you a great chance to explore and take advantage of the benefits a bookmaker's app may offer, while still making sure you get something useful out of the equation.

Once you have signed up, the free bets that are on offer through promos will allow you to feel that you're getting your money's worth.

As we've shown, there's plenty out there to choose from to get you started and you can still keep getting free bets after signing up. You don't need to feel stressed if you don't know what you should go for, it's just about making sure you get off on the right foot and snag the best free bet out there, as we all want to beat the bookie.

So, next time you're bombarded with sign-up adverts for multiple betting apps while waiting for your tea to brew at half-time, just remember you're already one step ahead after checking out bettingapps.com. Be sure to pop back regularly for updated offers and reviews.

Do me a favour though. Just make sure to read all terms and conditions before you pull the trigger on any of the offers above.