Sportsbook Review: BetMGM

BetMGM Review

There’s a lot to like about the BetMGM app including its intuitive interface that’s friendly for beginners. This BetMGM Sportsbook review will give you a birds eye view of the good and the bad about the app so you can make an informed decision.

BetMGM is known for its generous surprises and random boosts like February's “Gretzky boost” if three different NHL players notched 1+ points in their game.

My name is Tony Farmer, I’m an avid bettor who has written sports and sports betting content for many years and several publications. Currently, I host “The Huddle” Podcast for Odds Shark and I write content for OddsShark.com.

Welcome Offers and Promotions

Logging in to BetMGM and seeing surprise promotions or bet boost is commonplace and that generosity is one of the things bettors appreciate most. BetMGM's offers are change frequently, but you can keep up to date with the BetMGM promotions to ensure you're not missing out. 

BetMGM Sign-Up Bonus

New BetMGM users are entitled to a "$1500 first bet offer" which gets you up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first wager is a loss. You could think of this bonus as an opportunity to take a swing at that underdog, you've been eyeing. The bonus bet expires 7 days after signing up.

Best MGM Offers For Existing Users

"The king of sportsbooks" goes out of its way to make its customers feel like royalty. Below is a list of opportunities currently available at BetMGM and this list compares favorably to many other shops.

BetMGM Strengths

BetMGM Weaknesses

BetMGM App & Features

 

Alt Totals and Spreads

 

Great MLB Player Props

 

Clean Platform

 

Pre-Made SGPs

As you peruse through the BetMGM app you’ll see a lot of familiar faces like Jamie Foxx, Jalen Rose and Barry Sanders. These brand ambassadors’ images are splashed throughout your betting experience on an app that is visually appealing.

BetMGM’s app is intuitive and consists of four main tabs at the bottom. The “Home” tab is where you’ll spend the bulk of your time inputting bets and line shopping. The “My bets” tab displays your pending and graded bets, while the “Promotions” tab keeps you abreast of unique opportunities. Lastly, the “Account” tab is where you can access BetMGM’s customer service options and “MGM rewards” info. MGM Rewards, BetMGMs loyalty program, is especially useful if you live near an MGM property or travel to them because you can receive excellent perks like room discounts, free parking, or dining incentives.

For those who travel between state lines, the app offers an easy one-click way to toggle between apps in each state. Of course you can’t make bets while in jurisdictions where sports betting hasn't been legalized.

BetMGM vs. Competitors

BetMGM stacks up nicely when compared to others in the industry, and although it lacks 24/7 phone support, it does have a phone line that stay open until 8 p.m.

One of the big differences between recreational bettors and professional bettors is that every professional bettor has a full arsenal of sportsbooks, while less serious bettors often stick with one book. If you're lucky enough to live in a state with several betting options on the list below, we encourage you to follow the lead of pro bettors and have multiple sportsbooks so you can shop for lines and take advantage of promotions. 

Sportsbook	Play Now	Rewards Program	Promotions Page	24/7 Phone Support	24/7 Chat
Image BetMGM	Play Now	✅	✅	❌	✅
Image FanDuel	Play Now	✅	✅	❌	✅
Image Caesars	Play Now	✅	✅	✅	✅
Image bet365	Play Now	❌	✅	✅	✅
Image Hard Rock	Play Now	✅	✅	❌	✅
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Live Betting

BetMGM offers a comprehensive live betting menu that includes even obscure sports like handball, snooker, darts and table tennis. Most sports display the exact time remaining in the game along with the live score so you can ensure you don’t put in a stale bet because of a lagging television feed. A few sports provide an estimate of the time remaining in a game, i.e. “< 5:15“ to signal there’s less than 5:15 remaining in that quarter or period, which can be annoying.

The most commonly bet live odds are conveniently displayed, and if you click the small “All wagers” link in the bottom right hand corner of a game, it will display an expanded menu of betting options for that contest. BetMGM allows you to create Same Game Parlays in its live betting menu which is a major plus.

 

Live Tennis Betting

 

NHL Live Betting

 

Exact Score Live Markets

 

NBA Live Betting

Live Streaming

BetMGM's selection of live streams include international soccer, basketball, volleyball and hockey games. With these events overseas, you can watch Norwegian hockey or soccer in the Czech Republic while pouring syrup on your pancakes in the morning.

BetMGM has offered live streaming for Major League Baseball too, but the selection of games is limited.

Betting Markets And Odds

Compared to other sportsbooks, BetMGM has a robust selection of betting markets and very fair odds in each sports. While we always recommend shopping around to ensure you're getting the best price possible, BetMGM is often one of those sportsbooks

The odds at BetMGM always seem to be fair whether it's an NFL playoff game or a tennis match. You can get better odds on football teasers though.

What Sports Can I Bet on With BetMGM?

While the four major sports tend to be the most bet, a wide range of other sports are available at BetMGM like: NCAA Football, NCAA Basketball, soccer, NASCAR, golf, tennis, combat sports (UFC/boxing), WNBA, CFL, and horse racing.

BetMGM offers the following niche sports markets too, but your state's laws may not allow the app to offer them all. Most BetMGM bettors will see: Cricket, cycling, darts, handball, lacrosse, MotoGP, rugby, snooker, surfing, table tennis, and volleyball. 

What types of Bets Can I make At BetMGM?

It's no longer a surprise when I find a unique betting market at BetMGM that isn't found at other sportsbooks. The betting menus at BetMGM are even deeper than that Jalen Hurts to Davanta Smith touchdown pass in the last Super Bowl and it's fun to hunt for bets that aren't already on your radar. 

Golf and auto racing events feature H2H matchups and the deep selection of player props at BetMGM makes building Same Game Parlays a blast.

Safety And Security

BetMGM is known as one of the most trusted brands in the business. BetMGM is regulated by each state it operates in, and thus bettors can play with confidence.

If necessary, BetMGM will send you IRS tax forms and bettors can access your end of year statement by going to Account > Transaction History > End of Year Statement. Some sportsbooks make you request these documents and wait, but the info is at your fingertips at BetMGM. 

Responsible Gaming

Licenses

BetMGM is licensed by and operates in the following states:

AZ, CO, DC, IL,  IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MS (retail only), NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY

Customer Service

I recently emailed BetMGMs customer support (Arizona) at 8:09 p.m. and had a helpful answer back by 8:22 p.m. The specific phone number and emails for BetMGM customer support depend on which state you're in.

BetMGM has a long list of FAQ articles that can keep you from having to talk to someone, but if that's necessary, their staff is friendly and helpful. The 24/7 live chat is easy and returns quick answers. BetMGM's phone support isn't 24 hours, but considering some sportsbooks don't offer phone support at all, we don't mind.

💬 Live Chat: 24/7

📧 Email: support.__@betmgm.com (varies by state, insert state abbreviation after period)

Twitter/X: @BetMGMCare

 📞 Phone: Support 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. (phone number varies by state)

🌎 Support Language: English

User Experience

Deposit and Withdrawal options

Deposit Methods

Depositing money into your account at BetMGM is fast, secure and simple with a variety of instant options to choose from including Credit Card, Debit Cards, and Venmo. Keep in mind that states have varying laws about deposit methods so it's possible one of the options below offered by BetMGM isn't available in your specific state.

Deposit Method	Fees	Process Time	Only Available In
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Image	Free	Instant	Maryland, Ohio, Wyoming
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Image	Free	Instant	New Jersey
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Withdrawal Methods

Withdrawing money from BetMGM is fast and painless with many options to choose from. There are no withdrawal fees from BetMGM but it's possible your bank might charge fees. Remember, the process times listed below are for typical withdrawals. For first-time withdrawals or especially large withdrawals, plan for full account review which can take up to 2 days and is common in the industry. 

Withdrawal Method	Fees	Process Time	Only Available in
Image	Free	1 - 3 days
Image	Free	1 - 3 days
Image	Free	6 hours
Image	Free	2-6 hours
Image	Free	3-7 days
Image	Free	Online banking is 1-3 days
Image	Free	15 minutes after receiving receipt
Image	Free	1-3 business days
Image	Free	1-5 business days
Image	Free	Up to 24 hours	Maryland, Ohio, Wyoming
Image	Free	Usually less than 24 hours	New Jersey
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Why you should sign up for BetMGM

As we've laid out in this article, BetMGM delivers with its highly respected sports betting app. From app performance to customer service and everything in between, BetMGM will likely win you over. Whether you're an old school bettor who focuses on sides and totals or you're more new school and like to bet SGPs and in-game props, BetMGM has you covered. It doesn't matter if you're brand new to betting or you've been betting since Joe Montana was slinging it around the gridiron, you'll be in good hands at BetMGM.

How to sign up for BetMGM

BetMGM Promos