Ladbrokes is well regarded as one of the best betting sites available for punters in the UK, and it is understandable why this is the case. Not only can punters access a fantastic sportsbook, as well as enjoy the app, but the promotions offered - such as the 1-2-FREE game - are among the best in the UK.
The bookmaker is owned and operated by gambling giants Entain plc, which also controls several other bookmakers with a UK presence. Of course, the most notable of the bunch is Coral, which actually merged with Ladbrokes before Entain entered the picture. The links between the two bookies are thus very visible.
For me, Ladbrokes is one of the better choices on the market because it offers an 'all-in-one' product. Sometimes, customers will have to use multiple bookies to get good offers and good odds, but I feel the Entain bookmaker offers it all.
Not only can customers find one of the best sportsbooks on the market, with a really wide range of markets - in terms of fixtures and selections themselves - but there is also a range of promotions that make betting with Ladbrokes worthwhile - such as the bet boosts and free bets.
Below, we outline the key features of Ladbrokes' sister sites and what makes them different from the main site, seeing as the sportsbooks are largely identical.
Understandably, there are some overlaps between the two headline brands in the Entain network. However, there are some things which Coral does slightly better, at least in my eyes.
Starting with the similarities, there are Coral Coins on the sister site, which are exactly the same as the LadBucks on Ladbrokes. Both also have similar rewards available, such as free spins and free bets, some of which are free-to-play and very worthwhile.
Attaining the in-app currency or other prizes is slightly easier on Coral, due to the two daily promotional games - Rewards Grabber and Rewards Shaker - which perhaps puts it ahead slightly. Overall, it is a worthwhile addition to any betting site rotation, given the extreme value of the promotions alone.
The leading site also attached to Entain - away from the obvious two - is probably Bwin. On the site, the interface is quite boring, and there are some slight similarities to the headline brands but nothing to blow you away. Given they once sponsored AC Milan and Real Madrid, it seems like quite a fall.
Another site under the Entain umbrella is Gamebookers, and you would be forgiven for not knowing about the site. Founded in 2000, it has normally been in the shadow of Bwin - both were formerly under the same company before Entain - and that still is the case now, with Entain's leading duo then sitting above Bwin as well.
Sportingbet was founded in 1998 but didn't become part of the Entain family until 2013. A popular bookie in South America, it has not been able to match its success in Europe, even if there are some similarities to Coral and Ladbrokes. However, customers cannot benefit from the best promotions.
Below, we have collected the sign-up offers and welcome bonuses that are offered by Ladbrokes' sister sites.
Operator | Welcome offer | Bonus code | See Offer | |
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| Welcome offer Bet £5 Get a £20 Free Bet | No code required | See Offer | 18+ New UK & ROI Customers only. Min deposit £5. Min first bet £5 at minimum odds 1/2 to qualify for 1x20 free bet. Certain deposit methods and bet types excl. Free bet valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply. |
| Welcome offer Bet £10 Get £50 Casino Bonus | No code required | See Offer | 18+. New customers only. Min spend £10 on qualifying games. Certain deposit types excluded. £50 Bonus on selected games subject to 40x wager req. Must accept within 14 days, valid for 30 days. Player restrictions and T&Cs apply. |
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