BlueBet App Review

– Nikola Jekic
Content Manager

– Nikola Jekic Content Manager

BlueBet undoubtedly has a strong focus on horse racing, and their app is just another proof of that. However, racing is not all there is when it comes to betting.

Below, we are going to take a close look at all of their features, with a focus on mobile user experience. This is our BlueBet app review, and it’s a detailed one.

Pros And Cons

• Android and iOS apps
• A well-designed interface that is easy to use
• Easy to navigate and a huge range of sports and racing markets available
• Page loading times could be quicker

BlueBet App Overview

Launched in 2015 by former SportingBet supremo Michael Sullivan, BlueBet focuses on giving Australian punters exactly what they want. We think it is very important that a bookmaker’s mobile app closely resembles their desktop site. The colour scheme and template of the BlueBet mobile app is almost a mirror image of their desktop site, which makes very straightforward to use. This helps the BlueBet app to feel familiar when you download it for the first time.

We found that the BlueBet mobile app works pretty smoothly, but we thought that the load times for some pages could be shorter. The layout is geared towards horse and greyhound racing, and that is reflected on the home page which has links to ‘Today’s Racing’. If you scroll down the home page you will see a menu for ‘Popular Markets’ and sub-menus for rugby, soccer, AFL and baseball. The A-Z sports menu is found by clicking on the main menu button in the top left-hand corner of the app.

We are glad to report that the same markets and odds are available across all platforms. You can bet on a whole host of sports with BlueBet app, and they pride themselves on providing punters with plenty of special markets for domestic and international sporting events. To view the latest of them click on the ‘Activity’ button in the very top right-hand corner of the BlueBet app.

Unfortunately, due to the Interactive Gambling Act, Aussie betting companies cannot offer online live betting. However, BlueBet do display live betting odds for selected sporting events on their mobile and desktop sites and if you wish to place a live bet just pick up the phone and dial 1800 797 558 for sports or 1800 797 066 for racing betting.

BlueBet Android App

After doing several tests, we are safe to say that BlueBet Android app works great. It follows the same design as the website, so it should be very easy to grasp even for complete beginners. Note that you cannot download the BlueBet Android app from the Google Play Store, so you’ll have to get it directly from the link provided when you visit BlueBet on your mobile browser. It works on the vast majority of Android devices, meaning that it’s almost certain that you can run it on your smartphone or tablet.

BlueBet iOS App

If you have an iPhone or iPad note that BlueBet has an app tailored specifically to suit your device. The BlueBet iOS app is available to download directly from the App Store. The app is 86.1 MB in size and it requires iOS 8.0 or later to operate. Age restrictions apply as you must be 18 or older to bet with BlueBet. It has an excellent 4.4 stars rating on the Apple App Store, which is great especially if we know that betting apps usually come with a bit lower marks. This is how you can download the BlueBet app for iOS.

Web-App

If you use another type of device, like a Nokia, Windows Phone or Blackberry don’t worry, you can still bet on the go by using the BlueBet web app. All the features available on the native BlueBet apps can also be used on the BlueBet web-based app. To start using it, simply visit BlueBet via your mobile browser, log in and start betting on the move. It really is as easy as that! The only thing we noticed here is that some pages may take a bit longer to load. It’s not a major flaw, so it probably won’t affect your betting experience that much.

Is Betting Easy with the BlueBet App?

When it comes to bookmakers’ mobile apps, ease of use is vitally important for us here at Aussiebet. We thought the BlueBet app was pretty straightforward to use. For punters who like to concentrate mainly on racing, this app is ideal as quick links are provided on the landing page to upcoming horse, harness and greyhound races. All the markets from the BlueBet desktop site are also available on the app.

Sports menus can be found by clicking on the main menu button in the top left corner and then scrolling down to find the A-Z list. It is also quite easy to find the latest special markers on the BlueBet mobile app by clicking on the ‘Activity’ button in the very top right-hand corner of the app.

Placing a bet on the BlueBet app is a pretty simple process, for both single and multi-bets. For single bets simply locate the odds you want, click on them and your bet will be added to your bet slip instantly. You can access the bet slip in the top right-hand corner of the app and all you have to do from there is enter your stake and hit ‘Place Bets’. For multis, simply add whatever selections you fancy to the bet slip and follow the exact same process.

Special Features – Owners Reward

One of the coolest features of the BlueBet mobile app is the Owners Reward scheme. This is of interest to anyone who is lucky enough to own, or own a share in, a racehorse. If you do own a horse you can get the best possible odds if you register with BlueBet. Owners get the Best of All at BlueBet. That’s Best of Three Totes or Best Fluc, whichever is better. Owners Reward offer is available until 30 min prior to the jump on the BlueBet app. Check BlueBet’s terms and conditions for full details.

App Deposit Options

Perhaps one of the most important things to think about when you open an account with top Australian betting websites is what are the available banking facilities. You should be able to make deposits and withdrawals via the payment methods you prefer. Good news is that at BlueBet the same range of banking options is available across all platforms.

You can deposit via the BlueBet app by using Visa/Mastercard credit cards, Bank Transfer, BPay or POLi. When it comes to withdrawals, options are slightly more limited. You can withdraw money via credit card (only amount that was deposited using the said card). Surplus winnings must be withdrawn using bank transfers. Your account has to be fully verified before you can withdraw funds via the BlueBet app.

The Final Verdict

We were impressed by the BlueBet mobile app. One thing that could be improved is the load times for some pages. Another slight downside is the limited selection of banking options in comparison to some of their industry leaders. However, the BlueBet app still comes with much more positives than negatives.

The interface closely resembles the desktop site, which is always a big plus in our book. The odds refresh regularly and you can bet in-play over the phone. There is an impressive range of sporting markets available, on top of the first-class racing offer. All of the betting products are present in both iOS and Android apps, as well as on the mobile website. If you’re searching for a reliable betting app, BlueBet is a must-try. This especially applies to all of the racing betting fans.