The development of smartphones has led to a worldwide explosion in mobile apps. The ability for nearly everyone to have a computer in their pocket has not been lost on the gambling industry. Virtually all major bookmakers and casinos have now created a mobile app that you can use when you are out and about, allowing you to place wagers and spin your favourite slots wherever you are! This craze has been the same in the Philippines as everywhere else and below we will review the best mobile betting apps for you.
Rank | Bookmaker | Rating | Bonus | Get bonus |
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1 | ![]() BK8 | 5/5 | Welcome Bonus 288% Up to PHP 28,800 + 180 Free Spin | PlayRead review |
2 | ![]() 1xBet | 5/5 | UP TO 7200 PHP WITH PROMO CODE: BETTINGPHILIPPINES | PlayRead review |
3 | ![]() 888Starz | 4.8/5 | 100% welcome bonus up to 5,848 PHP | PlayRead review |
4 | ![]() Jiliace | 4.5/5 | No Sign-Up Bonus | PlayRead review |
5 | ![]() PesoBet | 4.8/5 | Redeem PHP 3,000 on your 1st deposit | PlayRead review |
6 | ![]() Peso88 | 4.8/5 | 100% first deposit bonus of up to 3,888 PHP | PlayRead review |
7 | ![]() Bons | 4.8/5 | Welcome Bonus up to 100,000 PHP | PlayRead review |
8 | ![]() BetVisa | 4.5/5 | 100% Welcome Bonus up to β±5,000 | PlayRead review |
9 | ![]() 22win | 4.5/5 | Sports Welcome Bonus 100% | PlayRead review |
10 | ![]() Bet88 | 4.8/5 | 100% welcome bonus up to PHP 8,888 | PlayRead review |
Letβs look over the top 6 ranked Apps we have found in the Filipino gambling market.
Well-established and known across the Philippines, Paripesa has backed up its well-known desktop site with a super app that works on both platforms. It has multiple bonuses and runs quickly for those in-play bets you need to get on immediately! We can not recommend it highly enough and it is top of our list. The only drawback is the high withdrawal limits.
Paripesa Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://paripesa.com/ |
π Welcome Bonus | 100% deposit bonus of up to 4900 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 30+ |
π³ Payment Methods | Cryptocurrencies, Jeton, Mastercard, Perfect Money, Paysafecard, GCash |
π° Minimum DepositΒ | 46 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 5000 PHP |
1xBet comes a close 2nd to Paripesa on this list, only just missing out to Paripesa. The site is stacked full of sports and markets you can bet on and with nearly 20 years in the market behind them it is no surprise they have created an app that is handy to use on either operating platform.
1xBet Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://1xbet.com/ |
π Welcome Bonus | 100% Welcome Bonus Up to 6,000 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 45+ (All major world sports) |
π³ Payment Methods | Bank Transfer, Online Banking, E-Wallets, Cryptocurrencies |
π° Minimum Deposit | 100 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 100 PHP |
Founded in 2016, GGBet has established itself as a top site in the Filipino market and has numerous Esports bonuses and options available to punters. Their app is available on both Android and iOS platforms so you have no excuse not to download it if you have an account here! This app is perfect for new and small stake players.
GGBet Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://gg.bet/ |
π Welcome Bonus | 100% bonus up to 100 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 30+ |
π³ Payment Methods | Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Payz, Qiwi, Webmoney, Sofort, EPS, Euteller, Paysafecard, Zimpler, Muchbetter, Bank Transfer |
π° Minimum Deposit | 10 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 20 PHP |
22Bet has created an app that you can rely when you are betting out and about. It has a slick design and an easy-to-use interface and they have plenty of options that you can utilise. Their main strength is the sportsbook which has a vast array of sports and markets all with highly competitive odds. It is safe and secure to use and gives you a handy welcome bonus when you sign up.
22Bet Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://22bet.com/ |
π Welcome BonusΒ Β | 100% first deposit bonus of up to 7,500 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 40+ |
π³ Payment Methods | Visa, Skrill, Jeton, Skrill 1-Tap, Perfect Money, Sticpay, GCash, Crypto, Payz, Astropay, iWallet, Neteller,Β Jeton Wallet, AirTM, Payeer |
π° Minimum Deposit | 40 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 80 PHP |
Megapari have been going for a long time and is well known in the gambling market and across the Philippines. With a good range of sports and markets you can bet on, a well developed casino section, slick graphics and a fast responsive in-play betting section. You can relax if this is the app you choose to do your gambling on.
Megapari Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://megapari.com/ |
π Welcome Bonus | 100% match bonus up to 5,800 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 30+ |
π³ Payment Methods | Jeton, Astropay, Crypto, Skrill, MiFinity, Neteller, Bank, MuchBetter, Perfect Money, GCash, Grabpay |
π° Minimum Deposit | 50 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 100 PHP |
888Starz makes the top 6 in this list with its bonus-packed app that covers its sportsbook and vibrant casino section. What we love about 888Starz is the bonuses, oops did we already mention that! It is hard not to talk about though, as they start with a great welcome bonus and back it up with ongoing promotions for regular users, and the app has all of them on offer.
888Starz Facts & Figures | |
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π Official Website | https://888starz.com/ |
π Welcome Bonus | 100% first deposit bonus up to 5,848 PHP |
β½ Sports on App | 45+ |
π³ Payment Methods | GCash, bank, crypto, E-Wallets |
π° Minimum Deposit | 50 PHP |
π° Minimum Withdrawal | 50 PHP |
We review betting apps via a number of factors, the main ones listed briefly below;
Is the app safe and secure, is data encrypted and do they have a valid gambling licence?
How many sports and markets are available to bet on?
How many bonuses are there, do they represent good money, are they easy to understand?
This should be available in many forms and be available to you as and when you need it.
The best apps can be downloaded on iOS and Android.
Installing a betting app is no different from installing any app on your phone. You will need to choose an app store like the Google Play Store for Android or the App Store for iPhones. Open the App Store, search for the app you need, and then tap "Install". You can generally go directly via the bookmaker or casino's website, which often has a link directly to the app in the required app store.
What are the main features of the best betting apps? Well, they should be easy to navigate and read, so you can use them with ease and be able to get to the required section without any fuss. The best apps have exclusive bonuses for app users. They also include all the features of a desktop site, including the same diverse range of markets and include good quality odds. In-play bets should be enabled, and you should be able to make the wager swiftly so you do not miss out on a bet you want to place. The app's operating speed is paramount here as well, especially if they are offering live streams. The best apps can offer all of this for the user, not just excel in one or two areas.
In all honesty, app performance is pretty much the same across both platforms, and which one you prefer will come down to which type of mobile you enjoy using. It is said that iPhone apps tend to feel more polished and consistent, whilst Android apps offer more flexibility and customisation options. However, while you could argue all night about the finer details of each in terms of gambling apps, you will usually find they work to a decent ability on both platforms. I would say that, from research, there are more gambling apps available on Android than iOS. This is simply down to there being a greater number of Android phones in the marketplace so an Android app is generally the first that is developed by sites.
Filipinos are generally sports mad and have numerous sporting events that they love to gamble on.
Philippines' most popular sport to gamble on, the English Premier League has major popularity here.
Considering the best pool player ever, Carlos βthe wizardβ Reyes is from the Philippines, it is not surprising that pool is a popular game to both play and have a wager on.
Another local legend (recently making a comeback!) Manny Pacquiao helps inspire many Filipinos in the ring and boxing is a sport that is always well backed by local bettors.
The local league, the PBA, is growing and with their ties to the USA, there is a general interest in the NBA, and a lot of money is gambled on this sport in the country.
This is a growth sport in Asia and gaining more popularity here than in Europe. It is no different in the Philippines, where they have national and international championships held regularly.
There are a range of payment methods accepted within betting apps in the Philippines. It is wise to check the terms and conditions and payment terms before you deposit. We have listed the main payment terms accepted by betting apps locally below.
The fastest way to play is to deposit straight from your bank via a cash card. Almost every app will accept this form of payment, and there are usually no fees for withdrawing or depositing.
GCash by Globe is a trusted and very popular payment option all across the Philippines. Most Filipino apps will let you use GCash and also not charge any fees when doing so. Deposits through GCash will be actioned in a few minutes, so you can get playing nice and quickly.
Maya is yet another popular type of E-Wallet used by many apps. Deposits with Maya are very quick and are uploaded within minutes, sometimes seconds. Maya is free to use, and setting up an account with them takes under two minutes.
PayPal is a safe and secure online payment method used the world over, and the majority of apps in the Philippines will accept PayPal. PayPal deposits are super quick but you will need to link your PayPal account to a bank for it to be active.
Some apps will now accept crypto as a payment method in the Philippines. Of these, Bitcoin is probably the most well-known. You will find that most apps can accept deposits and withdrawals in Bitcoin. Players prefer BTC or crypto because they offer safe and anonymous transactions.
For players looking to make larger deposits or withdrawals to an app, a bank transfer can be more suitable, although it can take some time to clear. A potential downside is that fees can be charged with these, depending on who you bank with.
You will find most of the same bonuses on a mobile betting app as you will on a desktop site, though a few apps will have some extra ones available to you just for being an app user.
These bonuses can be attained by simply downloading the app or by regularly playing and using the app. There can be a wide range of bonuses, including cashback and free bets and free spins. You will always need to check terms and conditions to see if they negate any desktop bonuses and then choose the best ones for you carefully.
Welcome offers will often be accessed when you download and start playing at the app. Some apps have separate welcome bonuses from the desktop and you will need to see what the best welcome bonus for you is.
Free bets are just that, risk free bets up to a set value for you to use. A downside of free bets is that you will not get the bet stake returned in any winnings.
Loyalty programs are there to encourage you to use the app and casino/bookmaker regularly. They can take many forms but usually the more you gamble with the operator the more points you will accrue over time and earn greater awards.
Cashback is a handy little money back bonus paid to you from money you have gambled and lost. The percentages usually vary from 3-7% and you can either get the money back as a bonus balance that needs to be wagered or simply as a bankroll boost on a set day per week or month.
If there is one form of betting that mobile phones could have been invented for it is in-play bets! In-play betting gives you the ability to bet on a match or event that is ongoing. With a mobile, you can do that whilst you are watching it live on TV or at the event itself. A mobile app will generally be the quickest way to make this possible as you can grab your phone and get the bet straight on. Most apps realise this and are optimised to give you the fastest in-play betting they can with odds updating quickly. They will also often have extra markets to bet on as well as bonuses specified to live bets.
The ability to be able to gamble on the go with a mobile app means there are a few extra advantages to having downloaded a sportsbook app. For more experienced gamblers they will like to find an app that offers a bet builder option. Though relatively new in the gambling world this is a feature that allows you to create a bet of your choice for a given sporting event. A cash out option is a feature that is hand made for mobile apps, getting nervous about that wager? Then click open on your mobile and cash the bet out early the best apps will have these features included as standard.
Whilst we all have fun gambling it can be addictive and lead to numerous issues as with any pastime that costs money. Thankfully this is recognised by gambling companies and authorities alike and there is much more help available for punters who feel their habits are slipping into bad ones. The majority of apps will include responsible gambling tools you can turn on such as deposit limits, time-out and self-exclusion. The best ones will have links to local gambling help organisations and inbuilt AI that will flag up patterns of betting behavior that could be risky to customer support.
Both desktop sites and betting apps will have their own advantages and disadvantages, and your idea of what is preferable may be different to the next person's. In the end there are some general differences between the two:
Desktop | App | |
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βοΈ Performance | Better on App | |
β‘ Speed | Better on App | |
π€ Interaction | Better on App | |
π Bonuses | Same | Same |
π Security & Privacy | Better on App | |
π± Phone Memory Usage | Better on Desktop |
There are plenty of apps out there to choose from, with them all prioritising and excelling in different areas. At the end of the day, what app suits you best will depend on both your personal gambling style and available bankroll to play with. The table below gives a rough guide to what we think you should look for from an app, depending on your own betting experience, but you may have other ideas of course!
Bettor Type | Best type of App |
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π’ Beginner | Simple interface |
π― Casual Gambler | Wide selection of sports |
π In Play Bettor | Strong in Play Markets |
π§ Experienced Gambler | Strong odds |
π High Roller | Plenty of Bonuses and VIP rewards |
The gambling commission is know as the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR for short).
You must be at least 18 years old to gamble online and a resident of the Philippines to be able to gamble in the country.
The bonuses that a betting site may offer can change frequently, so always double-check the market right now. We would pick 888Starz however as consistently one of the best for bonuses, though.
Yes, all gambling winnings are taxable in the Philippines.
Try turning it off and on by coming out of the app and restarting it. Failing that, restart the whole phone and check your internet connection. If that does not work, contact customer support.