#1 RATINGS and REVIEWS of SPORTS BOOKS thread. Poster input appreciated.

[Peeps Place]

DirectBet- I think that you should lower your hold. Right now live betting is -434/+260. On the games starting tomorrow there are only RLs and no MLs.  Pitt/Cubs RL game going tomorrow is -188/+118. On the same game RL Nitrogen has -159/+140.

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[DirectBet]

DirectBet- I think that you should lower your hold. Right now live betting is -434/+260. On the games starting tomorrow there are only RLs and no MLs.  Pitt/Cubs RL game going tomorrow is -188/+118. On the same game RL Nitrogen has -159/+140.

When comparing our odds, please note of the following :

1) We give back 1% of bets stake through our VIP program, so essentially, if you bet frequently, the odds that you are getting are much higher than the quoted odds. In addition, those who bet frequently earn additional bonuses from various other promotions that we run, such as the 3 BTC sports betting contest that concluded a few hours ago.

2) You will be able to find better odds as we get closer to the event start time and odds are more reliable. This is important, because unlike other Bitcoin Sportsbook, we do not impose ridicules maximum bet sizes.
In the example that you gave, the maximum bet size on Pitt at Nitrogen is 1 BTC, while at DirectBet you can bet more than 14 BTC.

3) We have recently introduced a new feature that allows you to negotiate the odds and you can use it to get better odds for your bets. We have implemented this feature for the advantage of those of you who want better odds and it is especially useful in this case because odds are temporarily reduced as they are not yet reliable and should increase later on. Give it a try and you will see. Negotiate Cubs for +140. Your order will most likely get filled before the start of the game. You can read more about this feature here : http://www.directbet.eu/FAQ.cshtml#BetOptions

[DirectBet]

All books are going to be reevaluated and grades are going to be more stringent. New ratings will come out after the NCAA tournament. Payouts after the tournament mean a lot.

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[alabamafan1]

DirectBet- I think that you should lower your hold. Right now live betting is -434/+260. On the games starting tomorrow there are only RLs and no MLs.  Pitt/Cubs RL game going tomorrow is -188/+118. On the same game RL Nitrogen has -159/+140.

When comparing our odds, please note of the following :

1) We give back 1% of bets stake through our VIP program, so essentially, if you bet frequently, the odds that you are getting are much higher than the quoted odds. In addition, those who bet frequently earn additional bonuses from various other promotions that we run, such as the 3 BTC sports betting contest that concluded a few hours ago.

2) You will be able to find better odds as we get closer to the event start time and odds are more reliable. This is important, because unlike other Bitcoin Sportsbook, we do not impose ridicules maximum bet sizes.
In the example that you gave, the maximum bet size on Pitt at Nitrogen is 1 BTC, while at DirectBet you can bet more than 14 BTC.

3) We have recently introduced a new feature that allows you to negotiate the odds and you can use it to get better odds for your bets. We have implemented this feature for the advantage of those of you who want better odds and it is especially useful in this case because odds are temporarily reduced as they are not yet reliable and should increase later on. Give it a try and you will see. Negotiate Cubs for +140. Your order will most likely get filled before the start of the game. You can read more about this feature here : http://www.directbet.eu/FAQ.cshtml#BetOptions

Oh shut up about your 1% back and other features. Your pre game odds of +125 / -175 THERE IS NO EXPLANATION FOR THOSE CRAP ODDS. You're a live betting book ONLY and even then you're odds are GOD AWFUL. You're a niche book but live betting is coming around to other books. Either become competitive with 1.90/1.90 OR BETTER or GTFO.

[Peeps Place]

New book http://gobetgo.com/

[Peeps Place]

alabamafan1's post is another reason why "A" and "B" ratings can't be given so easily. The market is becoming more competitive and only the strong will survive.

[Peeps Place]

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[Peeps Place]

Cloudbet having some problems with deposits.

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[FUR11]

The courts have not been clear on the definition of gambling

Yes, they have been.

Also anyone quoting "legal council" but doesn't name them is a giant red flag.

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[wayneyoyo]

Coinbet.cc still running ?

[j3steven]

Not sure if anyone has posted about CoinDrafts or not, I havent read back at all, but I have been using this site for a couple months now (maybe longer, idk im tired  )

www.CoinDrafts.com

They started as a Daily Fantasy Sports site and just recently added a Sportsbook.  Multiple withdraws that were successful, not instant but very fast grading of bets & also the fantasy sports games, live chat where the admin is almost always on, and some good guaranteed prize pools.  Only issues Ive run into is bc the site is new there are a few bugs here and there, but the admins are fast to respond & fix any time I mention it to them on email or live chat.

Bitcointalk Thread: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=472907.0

They also offer a 0.005 deposit for new users in the Games & Rounds section somewhere.

[tradeacoin]

I have been betting for about a week at coinbett.cc, haven't had a problem with the actual wagering or site functions. I have been doing quite well and 4 days ago did a test payout via bitcoin and in my transaction log it says "failed" with no explanation. So 48 hours ago I initiated another bitcoin payout and a Netteller payout. The site says both of these payouts will be a credited within 24-48 hours. I have received nothing as of yet and am starting to get worried if I was scammed out of the $200 I deposited initially.. Any feedback on anyone actually getting payouts from coinbet.cc??

[softron]

Nice work

[CoinBet]

I have been betting for about a week at coinbett.cc, haven't had a problem with the actual wagering or site functions. I have been doing quite well and 4 days ago did a test payout via bitcoin and in my transaction log it says "failed" with no explanation. So 48 hours ago I initiated another bitcoin payout and a Netteller payout. The site says both of these payouts will be a credited within 24-48 hours. I have received nothing as of yet and am starting to get worried if I was scammed out of the $200 I deposited initially.. Any feedback on anyone actually getting payouts from coinbet.cc??

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[Peeps Place]

Anonibet just doubled their limits. They seem to be a must have soccer book.

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[Peeps Place]

Not sure if anyone has posted about CoinDrafts or not, I havent read back at all, but I have been using this site for a couple months now (maybe longer, idk im tired  )

www.CoinDrafts.com

They started as a Daily Fantasy Sports site and just recently added a Sportsbook.  Multiple withdraws that were successful, not instant but very fast grading of bets & also the fantasy sports games, live chat where the admin is almost always on, and some good guaranteed prize pools.  Only issues Ive run into is bc the site is new there are a few bugs here and there, but the admins are fast to respond & fix any time I mention it to them on email or live chat.

Bitcointalk Thread: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=472907.0

They also offer a 0.005 deposit for new users in the Games & Rounds section somewhere.

Went to the sports book to take a look. For some reason none of the lines are showing for me.

[alabamafan1]

Not sure if anyone has posted about CoinDrafts or not, I havent read back at all, but I have been using this site for a couple months now (maybe longer, idk im tired  )

www.CoinDrafts.com

They started as a Daily Fantasy Sports site and just recently added a Sportsbook.  Multiple withdraws that were successful, not instant but very fast grading of bets & also the fantasy sports games, live chat where the admin is almost always on, and some good guaranteed prize pools.  Only issues Ive run into is bc the site is new there are a few bugs here and there, but the admins are fast to respond & fix any time I mention it to them on email or live chat.

Bitcointalk Thread: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=472907.0

They also offer a 0.005 deposit for new users in the Games & Rounds section somewhere.

Went to the sports book to take a look. For some reason none of the lines are showing for me.

Have to log into account to see the lines. Pretty good actually.

[goxcraft]

Jetwin has added anonymous accounts – good move. But still, to be really competitive,
they need to process withdrawals faster than in 2 hours.

[mem]

How the books will be rated and weighted emphasis in order.

1. A heavy emphasis will be placed on speed of payments. Several books immediately pay out after the game has been graded. Those are the books with the least risk involved. Sweat the game, not the payout is not just a slogan. It should be a way of life for these bitcoin books. Bitcoin books have a much higher standard involved than post-up books because there are no fees involved and no need for a third party processor.

2. Grading time. Most postup books have automated grading; the winners and losers are determined minutes after the game is over. Bitcoin books that do this show that they have invested in their software. Books that rely on an individual to grade all games tend to have a high degree of risk.

3. Books not requiring personal information including an email address will be graded higher. Anonymity is a plus.

4. Date opened if less than 2 years. Bitcoin has just taken off in the past year, so it's unfair for one to compare a top bitcoin book with a post-up book like Pinnacle. But it is still important that a book shows itself to not be a flash in the pan. The longer a period of time a book has been open, the better its track record.

5. Limits. In general, the higher the limits, the deeper the bankroll of the sportsbook. If a bitcoin book takes high limits and pays out quickly, it shows its strength.

6. Sports and options offered. Uniqueness of lines and betting options is a positive.

7. Mobile betting. The ability to bet on the go can be important to some.

8. Live betting. The more, the better. Offering live betting isn't easy; the ones that do offer live betting lines tend to be stronger in general.

9. Customer service. The better the customer service, the more professional the book.

10. Interface. Ease of use is important.

11. Whether or not the book requires a deposit account. Depositing into a bitcoin book is a much bigger risk to the bettor, especially since these books have not built up a strong history that shows their staying ability.

I really like your work Peeps and agree with all your points.

edit: I also share gogo's concerns.