138.com Review

Information about License

Let’s kick off this 138 review with details about the licences that the operator holds. There is no way we skip this step because security and safety are very important to us and should be important to you as well. And truth is, no gambling website should be trusted if it isn’t licensed. The good news is that 138.com do not fall into this category, as they hold two licences. To have the privilege and permission to operate in the United Kingdom, the company is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. In order to provide its services in the rest of the world, 138.com is also licensed by the Isle of Man and regulated by said legislation. Additionally, the bookie partners with IBAS, or the Independent Betting Adjudication Service, whose purpose is to settle disputes between operators and customers whenever they cannot fix the issues on their own. On that note, if you are in a situation in which you and 138.com do not reach an agreement over an issue, you are recommended to turn to the independent organisation for help.

Betting Markets

In the second section of our 138com review, let’s take a look at the markets that you can bet on with this bookmaker. Before we go into more detail about the games, we should first mention the sports. The following sports are available on the site: Handball, Darts, Boxing, Basketball, MMA, Ice Hockey, E-Sports (League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Warcraft, Rocket League, etc.), Cycling, Chess, Table Tennis, Snooker & Pool, Cricket, Winter Sports, Gaelic Football, Winter Olympics, Football, American Football, Tennis, Golf, Horse Racing, Baseball, Volleyball, Surfing, Badminton, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Aussie Rules, Speedway Motor Racing. In addition, there are some specials such as German Election, UK Politics, Denmark General Election. Generally, anything that is happening right now on a global scale might be involved. The sports and non-sport section at 138.com is very good indeed. Not only do you get the most popular events, but you also get some exclusive sports like Gaelic Football and Surfing, which really aren’t that common at online bookmakers. When it comes to markets, there is plenty of choice as well. Just open any sports, choose an event and check out the markets. Here are some examples: First Half Winning Margin, Total Goals, Team With Most Converted Tries, Total Points Odd/Even, Both Teams to Score, Double Chance 1st Half, To Win To Nil, 1st Set Exact Score, Winner Second Set, Total Player Games, etc. Some events have around 100 markets to choose from. Amazing! The more anticipated the event is, the more markets. Needless to say, the games that aren’t so popular do not offer as many markets as the bigger ones. Since 138.com is centered on European and Asian customers, you will surely find Asian handicap, accumulators, over/under betting and other types of bets that you might be interested in.

138.com In-Play and Live Streaming

This time we will address live betting. First of all, the odds are good. You can find decent prices for the games. By the way, they are displayed as fractions by default. To change that, find the button on the top right hand and change the setting to your desired option. The in-play betting console at 138.com covers more than 25 000 events on a monthly basis. What’s not to like about that? Here are the sports it covers: Tennis, Football, Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball, Futsal, Baseball, Rugby Union, Table Tennis, Ice Hockey, Volleyball and what not. The section is abundant in sports. We already talked about the markets, so there is no need to say anything else. It’s best if you visit the Live section and navigate through the options on your own. Cash Out option is available. What does it mean to cash out your bet before the game has ended and how is it possible? It means that you can take back some of the funds you could win were you to wait until the end of the event. You don’t waste time. Going with this option does not allow you to cash out the entire amount. It lets you walk away with a small amount of money instead. That way you can minimise the risks. Partial Cash Out/Cash Out is available on almost all events and sports, including but not restricted to American Football, Cricket, Football, Basketball, and Tennis. The option can be used on pre-match and live betting alike. Go to the site to learn more about this feature. Live streaming is not currently available on this site.

Banking Options

Next, you can read about the ways in which you can fund your account with or cashout some of your winnings. If you are used to being spoiled for choice when it comes to banking options, we have to warn you, you will be disappointed to learn that 138.com accepts only four payment methods. The first one is Neteller, an electronic wallet used worldwide, which allows you to make payments with a few clicks and in just a few minutes. The second method is another online payments system. This is PayPal, the most popular e-wallet so far. You enter a few details to open an account, then link a bank account or debit card, and—voila!—you can now make payments to thousands of merchants on the web. The other methods accepted on the site are Visa and MasterCard. Are there any fees for withdrawals and deposits from the bookie’s part? No. But keep in mind that the payment provider you choose may charge you to upload money. It is a good idea to check with the betting site of 138.com what their current policy is. Another thing to take into account is that identification might be required from you at some point before depositing or withdrawing. It’s all for your safety, though, and it is not a big deal. The minimum deposit amount is £10 / €10. The minimum withdrawal amount is £10 / €10 for debit cards and £20 / €20 for Skrill and Neteller. The maximum withdrawal amount is £5,000 per day for debit cards and £10,000 per day for Skrill and Neteller.

Details about the bookie

As evident, the 138.com can be contacted using email and live chat. It should be noted that support is provided in English and Mandarin. The agents are at your disposal, ready to answer your questions, round the clock.

138.com Promotions

We will discuss giveaways—an important part of every reputable brand in the online gaming market. There are a handful of bonuses on the promotional page of 138.com. First off, there is best odds guaranteed, which is the absolute must-offer for any company that claims to be top-notch. Then there is also moneyback on all Euro and US Tour Gold Lose. As well as this, Acca insurance is offered on football championships and leagues such as Europa League, English Premier League, Spanish La Liga, Scottish Championships and more. In addition, a Premier league Acca boost is available too. Plus, a casino bonus awaits all slot lovers. Now, the welcome bonus on sports comes in the form of a £/€25 free bet. To qualify for it, you must add funds to your account using a debit card (unfortunately, users who deposit with e-wallets will not be eligible for this promotion). Then you have to place 5 bets on different events at odds of 2 or higher. After you’ve done that, get in touch with the team at 138.com and request the deposit bonus. It will be credited to you within the next 24 hours. The minimum stake allowed is £/€5, and the maximum is £/€25. Bets that do not qualify: any cashed out bets, Cash Out bets and System bets. Mind you there are other terms and conditions. Familiarise yourself with them before you opt in.

Explanation of the Grade

It is time we explain the ranking we’ve given 138.com. It’s worth noting that the site has improved immensely since its launch. 138.com now has a mobile app for iOS and Android, its selection of sports is in-depth and covers plenty of stuff that would attract European players; plus best odds guaranteed has been added to horse racing which enables the operator to compete with the biggest companies on the online gambling market such as Betvictor and William Hill. Yet, there are disadvantages. One of the biggest issues we’ve noticed with 138.com is the lack of a live streaming feature. Also, the site’s layout and design could use some refreshing. Last but not least, the banking options are too few. There is certainly room for improvement, but the bookmaker has proven that they are headed in the right direction. For this reason, we’ve given them a 8.