Betfair Exchange
Our score 7.1/10
Best for Price Rush odds boosts on single bets
Betfair app download & review (October 2026)
Betfair pairs a strong sportsbook app with the UK's leading betting exchange, so you get competitive fixed odds plus exchange prices and in-play trading in one place. Promotions are generous and withdrawals are quick, though the app can freeze at peak football times.
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Betfair key facts
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
|---|---|
| Store ratings | iOS 4.66 · Android 4.39 |
| Latest version | iOS 11331 (updated 28 Sep 2026) · Android 44611 (updated 24 Sep 2026) |
| Cash out | Yes, on eligible markets |
| Welcome offer | Get £50 in accas, bet builders or multis when you bet £10 (18+, T&Cs apply, full terms below) |
| UKGC licence | 39439: Betfair Sportsbook — PPB Counterparty Services Ltd (UKGC 39439) · 39561: Betfair Exchange — TSE Malta LP (UKGC 39561) · 39435: Betfair Casino — Betfair Casino Ltd (UKGC 39435) · 39426: Betfair Casino — PPB Entertainment Ltd (UKGC 39426) |
| Download | App Store · Google Play |
How to download the Betfair app on Android and iPhone
Getting the Betfair app takes a couple of minutes. It is on Google Play and the App Store, the same login works on both, and below is how to download it on each.
Download the Betfair app for Android
- Open Google Play: licensed UK betting apps are listed directly on the Play Store.
- Search for "Betfair" and check the developer name matches the official operator.
- Tap "Install". The app is free.
- Open the app and log in, or register a new account. You must be 18 or over, and identity verification is required before you can bet.
- Set your deposit limits in the app before you place a first bet.
Download the Betfair app for iPhone and iPad
- Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad (you need a UK Apple ID).
- Search for "Betfair" and check the developer name matches the official operator before you install anything.
- Tap "Get" to download. The app is free.
- Open the app and log in, or register a new account. You must be 18 or over, and identity verification is required before you can bet.
- Set your deposit limits in the app before you place a first bet.
How it scores
Betfair pairs a strong sportsbook app with the UK's leading betting exchange, so you get competitive fixed odds plus exchange prices and in-play trading in one place. Promotions are generous and withdrawals are quick, though the app can freeze at peak football times.
We are still working through hands-on testing of every app we review. Until we have tested one, its score comes from published app data and our own research, and we update it as soon as the testing is done. How we review →
Pros
- Price Rush can lift your odds on eligible single bets
- Bet Builder combines several outcomes from one match
- Free live streaming across football, racing and more
- Full and partial cash out, with a cash out slider
- Strong 4.7 App Store rating from many reviews
Cons
- This is the fixed-odds Sportsbook, not the Betfair Exchange
- Withdrawals follow a closed-loop policy tied to your deposit method
- Streaming most horse racing needs a small qualifying bet
- Operator group has a UKGC regulatory settlement history
Get £50 in accas, bet builders or multis when you bet £10
Claim offerSignificant terms: New customers only. Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get 5x £10 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or Debit Card will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.
· 18+ · Please gamble responsibly · BeGambleAware.org
What the app supports
Cash Out
Bet Builder
Live Streaming
Odds Boosts
Biometric login
Exchange
Price Rush checks the Exchange for a better price on eligible singles
Bet Builder to combine outcomes from a single match
Free live streaming of thousands of events a year
Full and partial cash out with a cash out slider
Acca Edge returns your stake if one leg of an acca loses
Each Way Edge to add or remove places on a bet
Safer gambling tools for limits, profit and loss and time-outs
Fingerprint and Face ID login
Deposits and withdrawals
Methods Betfair's own UK pages confirm for deposits: Apple Pay, Bank Transfer, Debit Card, MuchBetter, Pay by Bank, Rapid Transfer, Visa; for withdrawals: Debit Card, Pay by Bank, PayPal, Visa. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
| Method | Min | Max | Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debit card (Visa / Mastercard) | £5 | — | Instant | Free |
| Apple Pay | £5 | — | Instant | Free |
| Pay by Bank (open banking) | — | — | Instant | Free |
| PayPal | £5 | — | Instant | Free |
| Paysafecard | £5 | — | Instant | Free |
| Method | Min | Max | Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debit card | £5 | — | 1–3 working days | Free |
| PayPal | £5 | — | Within 24 hours | Free |
| Bank transfer | £5 | — | 1–3 working days | Free |
Is the Betfair app safe?
Betfair is licensed by the Gambling Commission for customers in Great Britain. Each licence is below, with a link to check it on the public register.
Licence 39439
Betfair Sportsbook — PPB Counterparty Services Ltd (UKGC 39439)
Verify on the UKGC register →Sports you can bet on
American Football
Athletics
Australian Rules Football
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Bowls
Boxing
Cricket
Cycling
Darts
ESports
Football
Gaelic Games
Golf
Greyhound Racing
Handball
Horse Racing
Ice Hockey
MMA
Motor Sports
Olympic Sports
Rugby
Snooker
Surfing
Table Tennis
Tennis
UFC
Volleyball
Winter Sports
App store ratings
What people rate the app on the App Store and Google Play right now.
Apple App Store
4.66/5
111,265 ratings
Google Play
4.39/5
25,433 ratings
User review
“Generous and frequent promotions which means you're gambling with slightly less risk. No-nonsense quick withdrawals and very good customer support.”Quoted from the App Store
User review
“A great app that is easy to use, navigate and is well laid out. Welcome bonus is paid out quickly once settled and the criteria is met.”Quoted from the App Store
Critical review
“At crucial times the app will freeze (key footballing time frames on a weekend), meaning you can't place a new bet, cash in or even check scores.”Quoted from the App Store
Our Betfair verdict
Betfair is one of the most versatile betting apps in the UK — the only major app that puts a full betting exchange alongside a competitive sportsbook, so you can back and lay, trade a position in-play and often take better exchange prices than the fixed-odds book. Promotions are generous, withdrawals are quick, and the app is clean and easy to navigate.
The recurring complaint is stability: the app can freeze or drop to a blank screen at the busiest football times — exactly when you need it — and match views and stats don’t always load. If you want the exchange or sharper value, it is a top pick; if rock-solid reliability at 3pm on a Saturday is your priority, weigh that caveat.
Get £50 in accas, bet builders or multis when you bet £10
Claim offerSignificant terms: New customers only. Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get 5x £10 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or Debit Card will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.
· 18+ · Please gamble responsibly · BeGambleAware.org
Betfair app FAQ
Is the Betfair app any good?
The Betfair Sportsbook app is a strong all-rounder, which is why our provisional score is 8.1/10. Cash out, bet builder, odds boosts and live streaming are all in the app, and at our last check in June 2026 it held 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store and 4.4 on Google Play. This score is for the Betfair Sportsbook app. We have not finished hands-on testing of Betfair yet, so the score comes from published app data and our own research.
Is there a Betfair app for Android?
Yes. The Betfair Android app is on Google Play in the UK, so you download it like any other app: search for "Betfair", check the developer is the official operator, then tap Install. You do not need an APK file, and you should never install a betting app from a third-party download site.
Is the Betfair app free to download?
Yes, the Betfair app is free on both the App Store and Google Play. You need to be 18 or over and in the UK to open an account.
How long do Betfair withdrawals take?
PayPal is the quickest, usually within 24 hours. Debit card and bank transfer withdrawals take one to three working days. The minimum withdrawal is £5.
What is the minimum deposit on Betfair?
£5 by debit card, Apple Pay, PayPal or Paysafecard.
All Betfair apps
Betfair runs more than one app. Here are the brand’s other apps we cover: casino, poker and more from the same operator and account.
Betfair Exchange
Our score 7.1/10
Betfair Casino
Our score 6.9/10
Betfair Bingo
Our score 6.8/10
Betfair Poker
Our score 6.6/10
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Daniel Simpson
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