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Just running a search for the term ‘chat apps’ or ‘video chat’ or ‘messenger apps’ inside the Play Store or the iTunes Store will serve you up hundreds of different options. We scoured the web, installed countless apps and compiled the best mobile messaging apps for your smartphone for both Android and iOS for 2020.

In this blog article, we look at 16 of this year’s top chat apps and give our thoughts on each one.

#1. Yabb Messenger

Alright, we may be a little biased here but we think Yabb Instant Messenger is one of the best all-in-one social networking chat apps on the market for Android and iOS. It’s loaded with features so you can communicate however you want, whether it be a voice call, video call, group chat, whatever.

Encrypted calls and messages make this app super secure plus Yabb does not share its users personal data with other companies.

Yabb’s Features

• Cheap international calls to mobiles and landlines
• Free VoIP calls (no phone number required)
• Emoticons and animated stickers
• Self-destructing text messages – set a timer for how long you’d like your message to “stay alive” once someone sees it before it is gone forever.
• Group chat
• Video chat
• Real-time push messages
• Location sharing
• Meet new people nearby
• Photo sharing
• Social media wall where people can share and like
• Share YouTube videos with your friends
• Moderated content (if someone uploads inappropriate photos we remove them)
• Real-time social updates

Yabb Instant Messenger is available on Android and iOS

#2. WhatsApp

At the time of this writing, WhatsApp is one of the most popular chat apps on Android and iOS connecting more than a billion humans. This is a staggering number of people all using one app not just to talk but to share multimedia media as well.

What we like

• Unlimited calling
• Free app to app messages
• Group texting
• Video calling

What we don’t like

• Future Security concerns: Mark Zuckerberg wants to make it possible for Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp and Instagram to send messages to each other which raises real security concerns for those users.
• Need fairly strong internet speeds to get a good clear video call.

Some of WhatsApp’s Features

• Voice calls (only to other WhatsApp users)
• Message pop-up boxes
• End-to-end encryption into the latest versions of their app
• Emoticons
• Push notifications
• Works with most smartphones
• Send photos, documents and other multimedia to your connections

#3. Telegram

With millions of users on the Telegram platform it’s one of the more popular messaging apps but it’s mostly known for its solid end-to-end encryption which keeps your messages and calls private. There are others on this list that challenge Telegrams claims about its ability to keep users communication truly private.

What we like:

• Chat data is synchronized without any limitations across all devices and operating systems
• Good intuitive design and user interface
• Flexible security options
• Some good customizations
• No limit on file size sharing

What we don’t like:

• No video calling option
• The contact list is based on phone numbers and requires contact permissions on mobile devices.
• Voice calls weren’t as good as some other apps but that have been a connection issue?
• Search function needs improvement can be a little tedious to find what you want

Some of Telegram’s Features:

• Store chat history in the cloud
• 256-bit symmetric AES encryption, 2048-bit RSA encryption, and Diffie-Hellman secure key exchange
• Stickers and GIFs
• photo and video editing
• Group chat for up to 100,000 people

#4. GroupMe

GroupMe is a text messaging app that allows you to send group texts. How is this different from sending a group text on your mobile phone?

When you send a group text using your texting feature on your smartphone you’re really only sending a bunch of individual texts, there is no group conversation happening. With GroupMe, every message you send out can be seen by everyone and everyone can join in the conversation even if they don’t have the GroupMe messenger app installed on their phone.

What we like

• It’s a social texting app that gets everyone involved
• You can still send direct one-to-one messages
• Photo and video sharing that allows participants to ‘like’

What we don’t like

• If you’re only interested in group messaging then this should be one of your go-to chat apps, however, most people are after a few more features, in this case, it may not be the best option.

Some of GroupMe’s Features

• Conference calling
• Mapping feature which tells you the location of everyone involved in the discussion.
• Split bills feature that will divide up the bill for each participant and notify each person (not available in all countries)
• Create events where participants can RSVP
• You can also make group poll’s to get feedback

#5. Line

Line is battling for ultimate supremacy in the VoIP space against big names like WhatsApp and Viber. This messenger app offers good voice and video capabilities and has a solid following in Asia.

Line also steps outside of just calling by offering emoticons, stickers, group messaging and the ability to share multiple media amongst other Line users, basically it’s a social media channel like Facebook and Twitter.

What we like

• It’s not chained to your smartphone, you can use Line on your PC or Mac too.
• Calls to landlines, it’s not free but they’re cheap.
• Keeps all of your conversations in one place
• Add-on apps to extend its capabilities
• You can almost run your life from this single app. It covers your social media needs, you make purchases using Line Pay or if you’re in Japan use it to hail a cab!

What we don’t like

• It’s not well-known outside of Asia, chances are your friends will already be fully invested in another chat app so it may take some convincing to get them to migrate all of their contacts over to a new service.
• It’s kind of busy to look at and there are ads of course but what app doesn’t have them, the point is that it just adds more noise overall.
• The interface isn’t as slick as Facebook or easy to use as other well-known social media apps like Twitter so it will take some time to adjust to the layout.

Some of Line’s Features

• Voice calls app to app and to landlines (costs money)
• Group video calls
• Stickers
• Disappearing messages
• Calls to landlines
• Plenty of add-on apps
• Line Pay
• Chat which allows you to speak with personal contacts as well as customers and inquiries

#6. WeChat

WeChat was developed in China back in 2011 and now is a global social media app. Since going viral has gone on to become a serious competitor to WhatsApp and Viber with 100’s of millions of users around the world.

Voice calls are interesting because they are in half-duplex which means that it works like a walkie-talkie, you start a voice message by pushing a button, WeChat records that message and then sends it over to the recipient.

What we like

• Registration is quick and easy since it uses your mobile phone number or log in with your Facebook details.
• Free high-quality voice and video calling
• Available for all common platforms
• “Look around” feature which makes you visible to others meaning you can meet new friends.

What we don’t’ like

• The interface isn’t as slick and intuitive as the other big messenger apps

Some of WeChat’s Features

• Voice messaging
• Video calls
• Shake to add contacts
• Selfie stickers
• Look around allows you to meet people nearby
• Share photos in real-time wherever you are to your contacts
• Chat alerts let you know when a friend messages you something important
• Quick pay
• Private group chat

#7. Kakao Talk (KaTalk)

Kakao Talk is sometimes referred to as the Korean-WhatsApp.

What is it? It’s a social app that showcases a lot of the familiar features we’ve all come to expect from similar chat apps in this genre, like voice and video calling, instant messaging, location sharing, group text messages to name a few.

Although it has a strong user-base of over 150 million people it is most popular in Korea so if you’re living in the west you not know anyone who is already using it. That said, if you’re planning a trip to Korea this is the only chat app they use so it’s a must-have.

What we like

• Finding people is easy with this chat app, you can run a search using their name, number or email address (this does, of course, raise security concerns for some.)
• In a group chat, it lets you know who in that chat, has seen your message which is always a handy feature.
• Cross-platform – you can switch between PC and mobile phone during a conversation great for when your phone runs out of juice.

What we don’t like

• No data encryption which raises serious privacy issues it’s best to be careful about what you share.
• If you try to call someone who doesn’t have the KakaoTalk then the app will begin using your mobile plan minutes instead.
• Hyper-localized, meaning it’s not hugely popular outside of Korea.

Some of KaKaoTalk’s Features

• SMS messages
• Plus friend (get exclusive deals from our favorite brands)
• Contacts management
• Audio and graphics
• Sharing (photos and videos)
• Secret messaging
• Group messaging
• Appointment scheduler
• Conversation export
• Location sharing
• Emoticons

#8. Kik Messenger

Kik is a cross-platform instant chat app that can do much of the same things as similar apps in its category like one-to-one or group texting.

Unlike a lot of its competitors, Kik doesn’t require a phone number but lets you set up an account with your email address.

Kik allows you to send and receive messages from other Kik users and simulates real text messaging but uses your Wi-Fi connection instead. This is especially great if you are on a plan with limited texting credits, just use your data or find a Wi-Fi area and you’re texting is free.

What we like

• Read receipt which tells you if the message you sent was read by the recipient
• A solid alternative to traditional text messaging with a few more added features
• Over 300 million users so it’s likely you’ll have contacts who use it
• Live typing feature which tells you when a person is replying to your text

What we don’t like

• Can’t send texts if you’re not in a Wi-Fi area

Some of Kik’s features

• Video chat
• Notifications
• Live typing
• Automatic friend add
• Group chat
• Multimedia messaging
• Chat customization

#9. Tango

Another well-known name inside the highly competitive instant messenger space comes Tango. It doesn’t try to master and go deep with one feature like Instagram did with photo sharing or what Snapchat did with disappearing messages.

Tango is arguably one of the most popular ‘all-in-one’ social chat apps on the market and rightly so, it comes packed a good number of features like voice and video group chat, messaging, sharing multimedia, playing games, sending music to friends to name only a few of its core features.

What we like

• It’s a cross-platform chat app which means you or your friends can use it without a smartphone, they can be on a PC, MAC, iOS, and Android.
• Nice clean interface

What we don’t like

• Public by default – this means that when you install this chat app on your device other Tango users can see you. So you’ll need to go into your profile and switch it to private, especially if you have kids who have this app.
• If you have Location Services turned off then you will keep getting an annoying pop-up asking if Tango can use your current location.

Some of Tango’s Features

• Tango Out which allows calls to landline numbers in the US, Canada, Mexico, and India.
• Group video chat
• Games
• Social networking
• Multimedia sharing (photos, images, videos, music etc.)
• Cross-platform capable
• Stickers and face masks

#10. Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is one of the most popular instant chat apps with over 1.3 billion users –that’s a lot.

What we like

• Easy to use interface
• The video quality is good especially on mobile
• You can video call computers from your mobile or vice versa
• Smooth calling experience overall – we didn’t experience many picture freezes, stuttering, extended lag issues or any call dropouts.

What we don’t like

• It’s controlled by Facebook. Privacy issues have been raised in the past and to be fair Facebook was, and still is about monitoring its user behaviour and data collection.

Some of Facebook Messenger’s Features

• Share your location
• Share photos and videos
• Group chat
• Video calls
• Send voice messages
• Send money (US, UK, and France only)
• Connect with businesses to make reservations etc.
• Play games with friends

#11. Google Hangouts

Google is known for keeping things simple and Hangouts seems to follow that tradition. It’s simple in design and fairly intuitive if you’ve never used it before it doesn’t take you long to figure how to send messages or start a video call. For simple chatting, it’s a great option with the only downside being that it can lag especially in group video situations so you and your team will need a reliable and strong internet connection.

What we like

• The ability to call landlines
• SMS messaging

What we don’t like

• Google hangouts can be laggy so needs a strong internet connection to run well.

Some of the Google Hangouts’ features

• Group video calling
• Call phone numbers anywhere in the world
• SMS messaging
• Voicemail integration
• Send messages, photos, emoji, stickers and animated Gifs
• Screen sharing – great for presenting an idea or when team members are working on the same project together
• Send messages from your computer or your smartphone

#12. Group FaceTime

Apple’s Group FaceTime for iPhone and iPad supports up to 32 people on a single call and offers a very smooth and intuitive experience.

It offers Animojis, text and other cool designs which you can access using the little star on the left-hand side.

Group FaceTime still works for older versions of the iPhone but you won’t get access to the same special effects while on the call.

What we like

• Runs really well without much lag. The more people who jump on the call the more demanding of resources the app will become so if you have an older iPhone you may experience your phone heating up.
• Takes a little bit to get your bearings but everything seems to work seamlessly once you’re up to speed.

What we don’t like

• Security issues (Eavesdrop bug) – as of January 2019 iPhone disabled GFT because users could initiate a FaceTime call and start listening in on the other person’s conversation with them answering the call.

Some of FaceTime’s Features

• Active speaker detection – highlights people who are currently talking
• Ring-less notification – lets you join a call without disruption the group
• iMessage integration – initiate Group FaceTime right inside iMessage
• Data encryption – keeps all of your information secure.

#13. Snapchat

Snapchat is really about capturing moments in real-time and it does this very well. Instead of sending away a text message about someone doing something, just whip out your phone and take a snap it says so much more than a text message could.

This visual approach has made it a valuable marketing tool for businesses to send visual promotions to their customers or for influencers to grow their audiences and personal brand.

What we like

• Opens right into camera mode so you can take photos or videos instantly
• Adding loads of lenses and filters to photos
• The ability to build stories for people to follow along

What we dislike

• The new interface is a little confusing and hides a lot of the stories from friends, family and, customers.

Some of Snapchat’s features

• 3D Bitmojis
• Lenses and stickers
• Live messaging and chat with friends
• Video chat
• Location sharing
• Snap map allows you to see where your friends are hanging out
• Storage cloud that saves all of your favorite snaps
• See interesting information about your various friendships including how long you’ve been friends, your astrological compatibility and more

#14. Skype

Skype has been around for a long time and it was the first video chatting software that I used to make calls with. One of the best things about Skype is that it’s cross-platform so you can begin a conversation on your computer and finish it on your mobile. Not only that but for a small fee you can use it to call landlines and mobile phones.

What we like

• Available on all platforms PC, Mac, iOS, and Android
• File-sharing this allows you to share spreadsheets and other information while on a live call
• Group video calling
• Screen sharing
• Easy to use interface

What we don’t like

• Even if you and the recipient have a good internet connection it still seems to stutter and pause a lot
• Disconnections – these don’t happen often but they happen enough to mention it in this review
• It feels “heavy” as in it feels like it is using up a lot of resources while it’s running on your computer.

Some of Skypes features

• Video calls
• Chat and send messages to your friends and other contacts
• Voice calls to landlines and mobiles (this is a paid option)
• SMS Connect allows you to read and reply to your mobile phone texts
• Send photos, videos, images, and documents

#15. Viber Messenger

Viber is one of the most popular instant chat apps on the market but will likely always live inside the shadow of Skype and WhatsApp. That said, Viber (Rakuten) is not a small player in fact according to Statistica Viber Messenger has more than 1 billion registered users globally in 193 countries so the chances of people you know using this app are going to pretty good.

What we like

• Viber Out feature that allows you to make calls to mobile and landline phones
• End-to-end data encryption
• Viber has a global user base of more than 1 billion users as of 2018

What we dislike

• The call quality isn’t as good as other chat apps (Skype, FaceTime etc.) and it does seem to be a little lag so you find yourself interrupting the other person during the conversation but this didn’t always happen.

Some of Viber’s features

• Cross-platform – sync with your PC or Mac and see and reply to all of your conversations (calls and messages)
• Free voice and video calls (app-to-app)
• Viber Out which allows you to make cheap calls to landlines and mobiles
• Share images, photos, stickers etc.
• End-to-end encryption to keep your conversations private
• Self-destructing messages
• Location sharing

#16. Nimbuzz

Nimbuzz messenger was recently acquired by Mara Social Media group and has over 200 million registered users. It packs a lot of the same features that you would already be familiar with like voice calls, conference calls, messaging, chat rooms etc. this is all packaged up inside a clean nice looking app.

What we like

• Nice and clean interface
• Not bloated with unnecessary features
• NimbuzzOut allows you to make cheap international phone calls also allows you to record phone calls

What we didn’t like

• Video calls can only be made to iPhone and PC

Some of Nimbuzz’s Features

• Free app-to-app voice calls
• Free messaging
• Group chat
• Cheap international calls to landlines and mobile (this is a paid option)
• Chat rooms
• File sharing
• Customization

#17. Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger

I remember back in 2005 while working for Vodafone there was a mobile phone we had featured push-to-talk technology (i.e. works like a walkie talkie), I think it was Motorola and it sold really well until the new 3G video calling phones hit the market and Voxer re-introduces Push-To-Talk again…but better.

One of the things that I didn’t expect when using this app was how useful it would be for work. With Voxer the team can send me voice messages and I can block out some time to answer them including sending media it’s been a nice addition for our team.

What we like

• Message recall – ever said something you wish you hadn’t? Voxer allows you to recall that voice message like it never happened.
• Unlimited message storage (but only in the Pro version)
• Have conversations at your own convenience
• Better than sending texts, just send a voice message to clarify things

What we don’t like

• People have reported bugs in relation to sending messages (it says it’s sent even though it hasn’t) we didn’t experience any of this, however.

Some of Voxer’s features

• Live audio – talk with people in real-time using push-to-talk (PTT) technology (walkie talkie)
• Delayed playback allows you to listen to messages when you’re ready to hear them
• Private chats with end-to-end encrypted messages
• Group chats – create messaging groups of up to 500 people
• Voxer for the web – listen to your voice messages from your computer
• File sharing (images, photos, videos etc.)
• Unlimited message storage (Pro version only)
• Hands-free walkie talkie
• Message recall – retract and delete messages you had second thoughts about

Sports betting has always found an innovative way to roll with the times, evolving from high street betting shops to the online sports betting industry, and finally, to the palm of our hands thanks to mobile sports betting apps.

Everything used to be quite simple back in the day. Phones were used to make calls, applications were known as something that you filled in before a job interview and sports betting could only be achieved physically. The invention of online betting apps have managed to revolutionize and improve the sports betting industry.

There’s no need for you to take a trip to your local sportsbook or sit in front of the computer to place a few wagers any more. Instead, you can use your smartphone or tablet to bet on sports.

For this very reason, we decided to take an in-depth look at the top online sports betting apps from around the world to assist you in betting with the best sportsbooks.

Top sports betting apps on the market

Below, we included a comprehensive table that will give you a quick glimpse at the top 5 apps for sports betting that you can download on both your Android and iOS device.

Best sports betting apps for New Jersey

Online sports betting expanded at a rapid pace from the moment it was legalized in New Jersey. There are several sportsbooks available in New Jersey which are situated at two racetracks, and a total of seven casinos in Atlantic City.

However, it’s the online sports betting apps in NJ which are getting the most attention. We evaluated the most popular sports betting apps in the state, so you don’t have to. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at what each of these Android / iPhone apps have to offer.

Top 10 NJ sports betting apps

#1 NJ betting app – DraftKings

DraftKings, one of two Daily Fantasy Sports company’s to enter the world of sports betting, surprised everyone in the industry when the company decided to lead the way with mobile sports betting apps in New Jersey on August 16, 2018, a full 16 days ahead of MGM Resorts. The online sportsbook offers a $25 no deposit bonus along with a match bet up to a maximum of $500 for newly registered customers.

The deposit methods are rather limited when compared to other mobile betting apps on our list. However, DraftKings did managed to add PayPal to the equation as a vital option for bettors in the Garden State.

The minimum deposit of $5 is quite light on the wallet and your winnings can be processed via the casino cage at the Resorts or through checks. Even though the mobile apps for sports betting and Daily Fantasy Sports are separate, you can still enjoy the benefits of both, as they are linked with a shared wallet.

You’re welcome to place a bet on a wide range of sporting events, including darts, cricket, American football and soccer, along with a comprehensive menu when it comes to betting options, such as a cash out feature and in-play betting opportunities.

The DraftKings online betting app is extremely modern, intuitive and user-friendly with plenty of quick links and tabs for easy navigation.

You will also find that the geolocation technology embedded in the mobile apps are top-notch. You won’t get into the lobby if you are not situated in the state of New Jersey. The mobile app will also log you out automatically after inactivity for a certain amount of time for added security.

#2 – NJ betting app – Foxbet

The Foxbet Sportsbook is considered the newest entry that falls under the Stars Group company, joining the already popular PokerStars Casino and PokerStars NJ.

The FoxBet sports betting apps come equipped with 8 deposit methods, including casino cage, eCheck, PayNearMe, Mastercard and Visa, along with a minimum deposit of $10. Players will also be pleased to know that the FoxBet betting apps offer 5 different withdrawal methods.

Wagers can be placed on a wide variety of popular sporting events, including soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball and football, along with lesser-known sporting events, such as cycling and tennis.

Apart from the popular betting options, you will also appreciate the fact that the mobile sports betting apps impress with a cash out feature and an in-game betting platform along with daily odds boosts to make the sportsbook more appealing to players.

Those that utilize several Stars Group platform will be able to enjoy a shared wallet to utilize the sports gambling apps, online poker room and online casino.

The FoxBet NJ & PA sports betting app is attractive, giving you instant access to all sporting events that are neatly displayed on the home screen.

You will also find navigation a breeze thanks to tons of filters and tabs situated at the top of the mobile app. Newly registered players will be welcomed by a $500 risk free bet, making FoxBet a fantastic option in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

#3 NJ betting app – FanDuel

FanDuel, considered another giant in the world of Daily Fantasy Sports, decided to merge with the US operations of Paddy Power Betfair, which resulted in the biggest online sports book in the country.

There’s no denying that name recognition is key in the world of sports betting, and the same can be said for a for having the best betting app.

You will be greeted by a plethora of deposit and withdrawal methods on the FanDuel sports betting app, making it extremely easy to transact on your account, regardless if you are using an Android device or an iOS device.

You will also be able to place bets on a wide variety of sporting events, such as NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, along with other international sports, including tennis, soccer, rugby and even cricket. These sporting events will also be complimented by a wide range of betting markets, ranging from moneyline to parlays along with in-play betting opportunities as well.

FanDuel’s live score feature will give you the power to track updated odds and wagers, with easy links that will take you through to in-game wagers.

The online betting app even comes equipped with a training camp that has been specifically designed for newcomers to assist them in finding the ropes when it comes to online sports betting.

New players will also be entitled to a risk-free bet of $1000 on their initial deposit.

#4 NJ betting app – William Hill

William Hill has invested a great deal in the Garden State with retail operations at the Ocean Casino Resort and the Monmouth Park along with Tropicana that is currently in the works.

The hard push from William Hill in New Jersey shouldn’t come as a surprise when you consider that the company named itself the sports betting leader in America.

Apart from operating more than 100 sportsbooks that are scattered across Nevada, the company also released web-browser platforms and mobile sports betting apps in New Jersey.

The payment methods are somewhat limited when compared to other online sports betting sites in New Jersey.

However, William Hill has been in the game for a very long time, so they are well aware of what works and what doesn’t.

You will be introduced to all major sporting events along with a full range of betting options which includes live betting opportunities. The mobile sports betting app is sophisticated, easy to use and even easier to navigate.

Newly registered bettors at William Hill can look forward to receive a free bet worth up to $500. The player’s first deposit determines the amount of the free bet, as follows:

• Deposit $50 to $99.99 = $100 free bet
• Deposit $100 to $249.99 = $250 free bet
• Deposit $250 or more = $500 free bet

Although this is far less than other online betting site apps, the fact that you will place bets with one of the most renowned companies in the world certainly makes up for it.

#5 NJ betting app – Points Bet

The Points Bet sportsbook decided to enter the New Jersey market with an aggressive marketing scheme, reminding us of the DraftKings sportsbook.

Thanks to a partnership formed with Meadowlands Racetrack in the Garden State, the Points Bet sportsbook managed to provide a unique betting odds and product experience.

The Points Bet sportsbook also released their own mobile sports betting apps, giving players more flexibility and convenience when it comes to placing bets on the move.

The Points Bet mobile sports betting apps are available on both iOS and Android devices and offers an intuitive and easy-to-use interface to ensure you find anything you need in a matter of seconds.

You can place wagers on just about any sporting event you can imagine, ranging from American football through to Formula 1.

Newly registered customers at Points Bet will be welcomed by free bets of up to $250.

This makes PointsBet an extremely popular choice for players in New Jersey that are interested in claiming exclusive bonus offers.

Best sports betting apps in Pennsylvania

Online sports betting in Pennsylvania is officially underway and there’s already one online sports betting brand which has managed to launch an online sports betting app for players in the state. Players will also be pleased to know that this is the first of many to follow in the next few months, giving players in Pennsylvania a massive selection of mobile sports books from several online sportsbooks.

Top mobile betting apps in PA

#1 PA sports betting app – SugarHouse

Most players should be familiar with SugarHouse, operating casinos across the country along with an online sportsbook in the Garden State. This already provides a trusting relationship with the company which means the products that the sportsbook brings to Pennsylvania will attract players from all over the Keystone State.

Players will be pleased to know that the SugarHouse online casino has also gone live in Pennsylvania and is fully integrated into the PlaySugarHouse website along with its sportsbook. PlaySugarHouse is also the only integrated online sportsbook and casino available on iOS devices. You simply need to download GeoGaurd, a geolocation app, to gain access to SugarHouse via your mobile browser.

Newly registered customers at the SugarHouse sports betting site will be welcomed with a $250 free bet on their initial deposits. You will need to include the bonus code: PLAY250 to automatically receive the bonus after you made your first deposit. The $250 bonus will be credited within 48 hours and you will have 30 days to meet the playthrough requirements on the bonus before it expires. Fortunately, you will only need to wager the bonus once to meet the wagering requirements.

You will also be able to take advantage of the iRush Rewards program through the SugarHouse sports betting app, giving you additional benefits and perks the more you decide to bet. Your iRush Rewards points can be redeemed for more bonus offers down the line. You will even be able to claim a wide variety of ongoing promotions through the SugarHouse mobile app for added convenience.

Apart from the bonuses, you will receive a shared wallet that you can use to play at the SugarHouse online casino and sportsbook via your handheld device. The SugarHouse PA sports betting app comes equipped with a plethora of sporting events and betting markets to keep even the most avid sportsbetting enthusiast satisfied. This is complimented by an innovative user-interface that is both easy to understand and easy to navigate. The sports are neatly displayed on the smaller screens and placing a bet can be accomplished in seconds.

The SugarHouse sports betting app also impresses with in-play betting opportunities and a cash out feature that can be used on a wide range of sports, such as MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, soccer, tennis, cricket, and others. The mobile sports betting app will also allow you to contact customer support and offers a wealth of payment methods to easily transact while on the move.

Best sports betting apps for horse racing

Online horserace betting is completely legal in most of the states across the USA thanks to favourable gaming laws that date back decades. Even today, it’s quite surprising to see how many players have absolutely no idea that it is legal to place wagers on online horse races in the US. Each of the horse betting apps listed below are regulated, legal and licensed within the United States. Therefore, it’s pointless to take unnecessary chances with offshore sites when you can enjoy legal online horserace betting right here in America.

#1 Horse betting USA app – TVG

TVG is an extremely popular racing betting site offering legal real-money betting on a wide selection of horse races to players in the United States. Unlike most offshore sites, TVG is a regulated and licensed sports betting site which is situated in the United States. You will be greeted by 150 different racetracks across America as well as a handful from across the globe.

You’ll be able to choose from races that are taking place across the globe and will have the ability to place an assortment of bets that you would make physically at the racetrack itself. You will also appreciate the fact that the site comes equipped with full track odds on each wager you make online as your bets will be combined with the wagers made at the racetrack itself.

At TVG, you can also look forward to a suite of handicapping tools, commentary from professionals and daily news updates for added convenience. When it comes to bonuses, you’ll be able to take advantage of a two-part welcome bonus that are specifically designed for newly registered customers. Once you’ve registered a new account you’ll be entitled to a risk free bet of up to $300 when you use the bonus code: LSRTVG.

TVG impresses with a dedicated mobile app for iOS users and a mobile-friendly website as well. Should you own an Android device, you can still access the site with a mobile browser, including Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera and Internet Explorer. The mobile app comes equipped with a host of innovative features and is extremely easy to navigate when it comes to placing bets. You can even look forward to a live stream of the race directly from your handheld device.

You’ll be able to fund your TVG account from your handheld device through a Debit or Credit card, Online Bill Pay, Bet Cash, Wire Transfer, Money Order or Check. Most of these options will also be available when it comes to cashing in your winnings. The overall look and feel of the TVG mobile sports betting app is fantastic, providing a modern and welcoming feel to it that is quite attractive to players across the country.

#2 Horse betting app – BetAmerica

BetAmerica is a renowned betting site, hosting real money wagers on greyhounds and horse racing along with an online sports betting platform, an online poker room, and an online casino. BetAmerica is considered one of the biggest legal betting sites in the country and impresses with a slick betting interface and a plethora of betting opportunities to provide a memorable online experience.

Horseracing is essentially the heart and soul of BetAmerica, especially when you utilize the dedicated mobile apps to bet on horse racers, regardless if you are using an Android or iOS device. BetAmerica started with horse race betting and continues to expand on this betting venture with each passing day. You will be greeted by more than 200 major racetracks from across the globe, offering the exact same variety of wagers you would find in person. This basically includes all major tracks in the UK, Australia, the United States and Sweden.

Online bets and wagers that are made at the track are all combined which is a huge benefit for players. You will also be able to watch each horseracing event live from the mobile apps to make your betting experience even more exciting. BetAmerica also comes equipped with 18 greyhound racetracks along with 100 races that take place daily.

Newly registered customers are welcomed with a 100% welcome bonus up to a maximum of $100 on their initial deposits. Thereafter, existing players will be treated to a list of ever-changing promotions, including free bets, cashback offers, 10% win bonuses and more.

BetAmerica comes equipped with a comprehensive iOS app that you can download for free on both your iPhone or iPad. Android users can access their BetAmerica accounts by visiting the site through a popular mobile web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. The mobile app from BetAmerica is uncluttered, modern, reliable, and extremely smooth when browsing through each section. Placing a bet is done in seconds and you can effortlessly transact on your account with a vast selection of payment methods for added convenience.

#3 Horse betting app – TwinSpires

The TwinSpires online sportsbook was named after the renowned twin spires that are situated at the Churchill Downs racetrack in Kentucky. TwinSpires is the official horseracing website for Churchill Downs Inc who is also the owner of the prestigious Kentucky Derby along with several other gaming properties and racetracks.

The TwinSpires mobile sports betting app covers hundreds of different horse races in both the United States and abroad. For instance, you’ll be introduced to horse racing events that occur across America as well as Australia, South Africa, Lebanon, New Zealand, Dubai, Japan, Sweden, Ireland and the United Kingdom. On any given day, you simply need to access your TwinSpires account and choose a race from an extensive list of racing events, whether its on your desktop or mobile device.

The TwinSpires racebook comes equipped with three different betting platforms, including the TwinSpires TV, the Express & Pro and the Classic. Each platform offers something unique for online bettors, from a full video stream to a more simplistic layout that focuses more on the betting aspect of horse racing than the actual viewing.

Newly registered customers at TwinSpires will be welcomed by a unique bonus opportunity. You simply need to wager $500 in 30 days after account registration to receive $100 bonus. What’s truly impressive is that the bonus won’t have any wagering requirements tied to it which means you can cash it in immediately after you received it.

You can easily fund you TwinSpires account thanks to a great selection of payment methods that comes embedded in the desktop version and mobile site, including Online Bank Transfer, Bill Pay, MoneyGram, Walk-ins, Money Order, Check, Debit cards and Credit cards. The mobile app from TwinSpires is essentially a mirror of its desktop counterpart and is available on both iOS and Android devices. It offers a modern user-interface with easy navigation and offers a wealth of innovative features to make your betting experience a memorable one without any unnecessary hassles.

How to bet using a mobile app

Using your mobile device to place an assortment of online sports wagers is simplistic, effortless, and reliable, regardless if you decide to use your tablet or smartphone device. All mobile betting apps have been optimized to perfectly fit a smaller screen and the registration process has never been easier. Once you’ve located the best mobile betting app that meets all your requirements you simply need to download the app onto your handheld device. However, there is a huge difference between downloading a sports betting app on your Android device and downloading a sports betting app on your iOS device.

Download procedure – Android vs iOS

If you are interested in downloading a sports betting app on your iOS device, you’ll be pleased to know that most online betting apps are freely available on the App Store. This means you simply need to visit Apple’s App Store on your iOS device and click on ‘Get’ to automatically receive the app on your handheld device in a matter of seconds. However, the same procedure does not apply for Android devices. Due to the fact the Google is against gambling apps on the Play Store, the company does not allow sports betting apps to be featured. To go around this restriction, online sportsbooks have created their own links to download the sports gambling apps through their official websites.

Therefore, if you are interested in downloading a sports betting app on your Android device, you will need to visit the official website of the online sportsbook that appeals to you and start the download procedure from there. However, you will first need to ensure that your Android device will accept unknown source files to be installed onto your device. To achieve this, simply navigate to the settings menu, select security, and tick the unknown sources. You will then need to accept the prompt message by selecting trust. Once this is completed, you will receive a .apk file from the online sportsbook which you’ll need to download on your Android device. Once the download is complete, the sports betting app will be available.

Setting up an account

Once the sports betting app has been downloaded on your iOS or Android device, you will need to register a new account if you haven’t done so already. There will be no need to visit the desktop version of the site to register as you can easily accomplish this on the mobile app itself, making it ideal for those that are always on the go. The registration process of any online sports betting site will require the following:

• First and Last Name
• Email Address
• Home Address
• Phone Number
• Date of Birth
• Last 4 Digits of your Social Security Number

Once your account has been registered, you’ll receive an email that will require you to verify your email address. You will also receive an email that will welcome you to the site along with bonuses and promotions you qualify for as a new player. Once your email address has been verified, return to the login page of the mobile sports betting app and use your newly-created username and password to access your sports betting account.

Navigating, transacting, and betting

Once you are logged into your account, you will be greeted by the home screen which is usually filled with promotional banners and the most popular sporting events for the day or week. Situated at the top of the screen should be a drop-down menu that will provide additional links to in-play betting, banking, several sporting events, news, promotions, responsible gaming, customization options and more.

The first thing you need to do is visit the banking/cashier section to make a deposit on your account. Once you’ve selected the cashier section, select deposit, and choose your preferred payment method. This can include debit, credit, or prepaid cards, along with e-wallet options, bank transfers and more. Once you’ve registered your payment method, enter the amount you wish to deposit. Once your deposit is made, your funds will reflect immediately and there won’t be any additional charges from the online sports betting site on your deposit either.

Once your account is funded you should automatically receive a welcome bonus, if you decided to opt-in for the welcome offer. It’s also worth mentioning that you might need to provide a bonus code during the registration process or within the cashier section to receive a bonus automatically. Don’t be alarmed if you forgot to include the bonus code as you can always contact support directly from the mobile app to receive the outstanding offer.

Once you are done with your transaction it’s time to place a bet on the mobile sports betting app. Simply return to the home screen of the site and search for your favourite sporting events or any upcoming sporting events that you think will be exciting to bet on. The sports selection of mobile sports betting apps are essentially identical to its desktop counterpart, so you won’t miss out on any betting opportunities while on the move. Once you’ve located a sporting event, click on it to receive the different betting markets available on the upcoming event. This can include moneyline wagers, parlays, point spreads, teasers and futures.

Once you’ve selected the appropriate betting market, simply enter the amount you wish to deposit and click on bet. Your bet will be added to your betting slip which is usually located at the bottom of the screen. You are more than welcome to place multiple bets on different sports that will all reflect on a single betting slip for added convenience. Once you are satisfied with all your bets, you can make your way to the live streaming section to watch the sport live. You can even enjoy in-play betting opportunities on your mobile device for an added layer of excitement.

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Does live betting work on Android/iOS

Due to the immense popularity behind mobile sports betting, it was only natural for online operators to include a live streaming service on mobile sports betting apps, especially when you consider that players spend most of their time on handheld devices these days. You will come across mobile sports betting apps that impress with a comprehensive live streaming service in full HD, while others simply offer a live update on the game or match in real time.

The live betting platform on the best sports betting apps function incredible well on handheld devices and you only require a decent internet connect to watch all the sporting action live from the palm of your hands. Whether you are on your way to work, sitting comfortably in a park, or enjoying a vacation on the coast, you’ll never miss any action thanks to the technology of live betting. Live betting is available on both iOS and Android devices. However, it will greatly depend on the sports betting site you choose to use and whether the online operator comes with this remarkable feature.

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What is the best sports betting app?

It’s impossible to tell you which of the top sports betting apps are the best in the world as it boils down to personal taste and what you as a player are looking for in a sportsbook. However, we can tell you what we look for in a mobile app which will assist you in making a more informed decision.

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Sports offered

The most important aspect of any online sports betting site is the variety of sporting events if offers to bettors. Before you even consider registering a new account with an online sportsbook, you will need to ensure that it covers all sporting events that you are interested in. Even if the site comes equipped with a jaw-dropping bonus, it’s pointless if you are unable to utilize the bonus on your favourite sporting events.

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Ease of use

Once you are satisfied with the sports that are covered on the sports betting app, you will need to evaluate the user-interface and ease of use. If you are unable to navigate through the site to place a bet with ease, it’s pointless betting on the move as you’ll struggle to get anywhere and eventually delete the app from your handheld device. Make sure there’s enough filters and tabs to get where you need to be in seconds, and that finding something is simplistic which should only take a couple of seconds.

Betting options

Once you’ve evaluated the app and you are satisfied with the ease of navigation, you will need to ensure that the sporting events that are covered on the site are complimented with a wide variety of betting options. You will need to make sure that the online sports betting app offers moneyline, point spreads, totals, futures, and parlay betting opportunities. You will also need to ensure that each of these betting options are available within the in-play betting platform.

Promotions

The quickest way for an online sports betting app to get your attention is through promotional material. You will come across a wealth of promotions in the online betting industry, each providing a red carpet experience from the moment you register a new account. However, some of these offers usually come with ridiculous terms and conditions that will spoil your experience. Therefore, we urge you to take a closer look at the fine print and ensure that the playthrough requirements are achievable before signing up. Also ensure that the online sports betting site regularly provides new promotions to keep you coming back for more.

Regulation

All of the top betting apps we list on our site are licensed and regulated to ensure a safe and secure betting experience online. However, there are several online sports betting sites that promise the safest betting experience only to steal your money once you’ve registered a new account and made a deposit. It’s for this very reason that you will need to confirm that the online sportsbook is regulated and licensed by regulatory bodies within the country as opposed to offshore jurisdictions that don’t really care about you as a player.

Banking

Once you are satisfied with all of the above requirements, your final step will be to check the banking section of the mobile sports betting app. If you are unable to transact on your account due to a payment method that is not supported on the site, it’s rather pointless to even consider opening a new account. Please make sure that the site provides a wealth of banking options for both your deposit and withdrawal needs. This includes debit and credit cards, e-wallet options, online bank transfers, prepaid cards, cash at casino cage, and check. You will also need to evaluate the processing times on withdrawals and ensure there’s no hidden fees on your transactions.