XPRESSBET REVIEW
Xpressbet is one of the many US-based betting platforms that allows punters to place bets on horse races and win real money. They offer a thoroughly modern, efficient and 100% legal service that covers over 300 tracks and can be accessed through their website, telephone system, and innovative smartphone app. It’s worth noting that Xpressbet, unlike many of their competitors, focuses exclusively on horse racing.
Today we’ll take a closer look at this established name and review their bets on offer, website, mobile app, legal status and everything else you need to help you decide if this betting platform for you.
CONTENTS
- Games On Offer
- Website
- Features
- Mobile App
- Payments
- Customer Service
- Legal Status
- Conclusion
- Scorecard Roundup
GAMES ON OFFER
Xpressbet aims to give the punter the same experience they’d receive if they were betting at the track. As such, they offer all of the bet types you would normally find at the track. We’ve listed a few of the more popular ones below.
With a
Win Bet, the player has to predict the winner of the race
.
The
Place Bet is a bit of an evolution of the win bet with punters predicting which horses will occupy the top 2 spots.
To win a
Show Bet the player must pick a horse they believe will end the race in the top 3.
Punters looking for a larger payout tend to favor the
Trifecta Bet where they predict the exact order of the top 3.
The
Superfecta has the same winning requirements as the trifecta with the player having to predict the exact order of the top 4. Needless to say, the payout can quite significant!
SCORE: /5
Website
With just a quick glance at their website, it’s clear that Xpressbet knows what they are doing and have clearly learned a lot since they first started almost 15 years ago. The site is aesthetically pleasing yet still packed with great features that have been laid out in an intuitive and easy to understand manner.
Their unique wagering system is laid out in such a way that even the greenest of punters will soon get to grips with the ins and outs of online horse racing betting. Their highly customizable interface allows punters to personalize it, letting them pick the information that they want, decide where it goes and even how it looks.
With all of the above together with their high levels of security, efficient betting platform, live video and seamless deposit and withdrawal system, it’s easy to see why the Xpressbet website is regarded as one of the very best out there.
SCORE: /5
Features
The safety conscious players, who are tired of the myriad of scammers just out to make a fast and illegal buck off the unsuspecting, will love the fact Xpressbet have gone to great lengths to ensure their safety and that all processes are followed.
Xpressbet have implemented “military grade” levels of security to protect the personal data of their players. They also follow a strict schedule of the process and financial audits to ensure they comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
The “Horses to Watch” is a great feature that provides punters with a list of the horses who have been predicted to win and is a godsend to those new to horse racing and/online betting. Other features include high-quality video training, live streams of races, information on past performances the Pro Shop, Daily Wagers, Wager Guides and XB Grades.
SCORE: /5
Mobile App
A general rule of thumb is the better the website, the better the app. And that is definitely true when it comes to Xpressbet’s mobile app.
Their free to download iOS app houses all of the great features found in their desktop version. This means that punters have access to over 300 tracks from across the world, a constantly updated feed of the latest odds, live streams of the races, race replay library and an up to date results feed.
The intuitive menu lets players access their account balance, make deposits, view tracklists, make withdrawals and view race replays with just a few taps of the thumb.
The lack of an Android app is a huge letdown but if you do have an iOS device we highly recommend downloading it. You won’t regret it.
SCORE: /5
Payments
Xpressbet allows deposits from a wide variety of platforms:
- Xpressfund
- PayNearMe
- Neteller
- On Track
- Green Dot
- PayPal
- MoneyPak
- Credit cards
- Wire transfer and
- Deposit by mail
Withdrawals can be made using:
- Xpressfund
- PayPal or
- Check sent via mail
SCORE: /5
Customer Service
The Xpressbet support team can be contacted via a wide variety of contact points:
Unfortunately, Xpressbet does not have a live chat feature, something most of their competitors have. In this day and age, and considering how modern, feature packed and efficient their website and the app is, it really is surprising when an operator is missing such a key feature.
SCORE: /5
Legal Status
Xpressbet is legal in most states and their all their games are classified as horse racing. While horse racing is legal in most states, there are a few that have placed restrictions on it.
Xpressbet is 100% legal and available in the following states:
Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Xpressbet is not available in the following states which have restrictions against online gambling:
Alaska, Arizona, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Utah.
It’s worth noting that online horse racing gambling is exempt from any and all federal anti-gaming laws.
Conclusion
Xpressbet provides players with a world class betting product that few of its competitors can match. By focussing solely on horse racing, they have done it well. However, they have let themselves down in a few key areas – lack of instant support team chat and no Android version of their brilliant app. Overall, Xpressbet is one of the very best options out there and should be seen as a sure bet for those looking for excellent service and great features.
TOTAL SCORE: /30
FAQ
Is Xpressbet legal?
Yes and no. It depends on which state you are. For list states please see our section on Legal Status.
Do they offer a bonus for new players?
Yes. New members who bet $100 receive $100 bonus in their accounts. Players receive an extra $25 if they fund their account through Xpressbet.
Can I play using my phone or tablet?
Yes. You can either play via their mobile optimized website or download their app if you have an iOS device.
Are there any tax requirements?
Yes. Any winnings over $600 or 300 times the amount of a single wager has to be reported to the IRS by law.
Scorecard Roundup
- Games On Offer - /5
- Website – /5
- Features – /5
- Mobile App – /5
- Payments – /5
- Customer Service – /5
- TOTAL – /30
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