BetHard Free Bet

Published: 27th May 2020
Author: Joe Kizlauskas
Last Updated: 1st March 2021

About BetHard

BetHard has its own special and unique reputation and is known for being somewhat quirky and just a little bit kick-ass. It prides itself on being a cooler than average betting site, but it wants to be even more than that. This is a site that wants to be different, but it also wants to provide a great service. BetHard wants to be both practical and cool – and it pretty much does achieve that. But apart from striving to be the king of cool, what else does it offer? Well, in this BetHard review we look at all the important areas of the site to see how it stacks up.

This isn’t the oldest of betting sites and it doesn’t have the reputation and standing of the more well-established sites like William Hill, but it has plenty of years’ experience. It was established back in 2014 and has been doing well ever since. It is now a popular and well-known name in the industry. The reason that it has managed to achieve such popularity is because of the people behind the site. The founders of the site have a great working knowledge of the betting industry. They combine this knowledge with the popular Scandinavian influence and impressive technology and the result is BetHard, a very impressive and well-executed site.

However, this isn’t just a bookmaker and sports betting site. Although this is its main area of expertise, it also offers a great online casino as well.

In this BetHard review, we will be looking at all areas of the site. We’ll check out the different sports and markets it has on offer, as well as the betting types and markets. Of course, we’ll be looking in-depth at the welcome bonus and all the other offers and promotions available. However, we’ll also check out the more practical areas of the site such as the customer service, the design and usability of the site on both desktop and mobile. And, most importantly, we’ll be checking out how safe and secure the site is, so you know that you are on a completely trustworthy site.

Key Information

😘 Welcome Offer
🔥 License View
📪 Address
😍 Sister Sites Royal Panda, Volt Sports, Vbet – All running the same software
💰 Deposit Methods

Overview of our BetHard Experience

There are plenty of great things about BetHard, which you will find out when you join the site. This is a site that has plenty of experience and benefits from being run by people who know everything there is to know about online betting and the sports betting industry. This is a site that knows exactly what its customers are looking for and offers a great user experience, both practically and aesthetically. We found it to have plenty of markets, sports and it was very customer friendly.

However, there are a couple of areas we like to point out. Because of strict UK regulations, we have found that BetHard can be less generous with promotions for its UK customers than with its European customers. The deals for those in Europe tend to be a little bigger and come around a little more often. Another issue we found was when it comes to banking, they do attach fees to certain payment methods, which is not great. Also, we found that it’s difficult to process large wins quickly. So, if you do win big when betting, it might take some time to get to your money. Other than that, it was a great site.

BetHard Welcome Offer

The BetHard offer varies, depending on the markets, what sports and events are going on – and even the time of the year. These bonuses could be deposit match bonuses, free bets, enhanced odds offers and can vary wildly on the size and value. As such, it’s best to check out what they have on offer before you sign up. In general, we find that it’s often best to sign up when there is a big event on, as that is where you will find the best offers as they will be competing for your custom and will look to be better than the others. It’s always good to sign up at the start of a major league season, the beginning of a major tournament or when there’s a big race going on, such as Grand National or Cheltenham.

No matter what offer you find, there will be a number of terms attached which will apply to all bonuses on offer. When you take up the offer, it is very important that you read all of the terms and conditions before you make your deposit as these can affect what bonus you get – and if you get the bonus at all. Examples of what general terms and conditions can be found below:

  • Players must be aged 18 or over to register
  • You must be a UK citizen
  • A minimum qualifying deposit of £10(+) is needed to claim the bonus
  • You may need to use a BetHard promo code
  • Your first bet must be placed on a sportsbook selection with minimum odds
  • Bets working towards your bonus can’t be cashed out
  • There may be deposit limitations (i.e. deposits with Skrill or Neteller aren’t eligible)

BetHard Licencing, Security and Safety

No matter how good a site looks, or how good it plays, the actual main thing we need to see is that the site is totally safe, secure and trustworthy. This is a site that you will be putting not only your personal details into, but also your money – and possibly attaching bank card details. You will need to know that they are a fair site – and that they are keeping all of your details safe and secure.

BetHard has several ways of proving this. Firstly, the site is regulated and licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. This means that it is legal and regulated in the UK. You should avoid any site which doesn’t have a UKGC license number. The site is also licensed by the MGA (Malta Gaming Authority) so it is safe to play in many countries throughout Europe. Being regulated by the UKGC means that it has to adhere to certain standards. It means that your funds will be kept safe and secure. It also has to be transparent when it comes to odds and betting offers. You can trust that you will be treated completely fairly.

The site is also linked to several Responsible Gambling sites, which is another sign of a trustworthy site. Through the BetHard website, you can find links to www.gamblingtherapy.org and also www.gamblersanonymous.org. The site is also linked to IBAS (the Independent Betting Adjudication Service) which means that if, for some reason, you do have a dispute with the site, it will be looked at by an independent third party and will be dealt with fairly.

Finally, in terms of site security, the BetHard site is protected by the latest state-of-the-art SSL encryption technology and up to date firewalls. This means that all of your personal and financial data will be totally safe and secure on the site.

The Sports/Markets at BetHard

When going to any online betting site, you need to know that it offers all of the sports and markets that you could need. The more the better. Here are the sports that are on offer when betting at BetHard:

FootballTennisIce HockeyBasketball
HandballVolleyballHorse RacingCricket
BaseballEsportsAmerican FootballRugby League
GolfSnooker & PoolMotor RacingDarts
CyclingSpeedwayBoxingTable Tennis
Winter SportsRugby UnionMMAPolitics

We like to see sites that not only offer sports, but also specials and esports as well, which is becoming increasingly popular.

When you decide which sport you want, simply click on the link and you’ll be faced with all of the matches, games, competitions races and all of the ante-post event offerings. You can then choose whether to bet on the outright winner of a tournament or choose to bet on the winner of an individual match. You can then decide what market or markets you want to bet on.

All of the sports especially the most popular ones such as football will have a huge number of markets attached. Obviously there are the win/lose/draw bets but there are also plenty of specials to find. For example, if vetting on a football match you will be able to make all sorts of bets including: Match winner, Handicap, Both teams to score, Anytime goalscorer and more.

When you start out betting you might start out with single bets as these are the simplest. However, when you want to try out something a little more complex – and something a little more rewarding, then BetHard offers a number of other betting types for you to try out. As such, you can try out the following:

  • Accumulators
  • Lucky 15s
  • Yankees
  • Heinz
  • Super Heinz
  • Goliath

As well as this, you can also try out permed bets including permed doubles from three selections.

BetHard Live Streaming/Live Betting

One of the biggest growing markets in betting these days is live betting. More people enjoy getting a thrill from making live bets as it’s all about speed, skill and timing. BetHard is pretty hot on live betting, which is not surprising considering it is a site that considers itself to be the place to be. You can enjoy a great number of live betting sports, including football, horse racing, tennis, basketball and snooker. The live betting area of the site provides you with all sorts of stats so that you can make an informed bet – such as who is attacking, how the ball is being played etc. The in-play betting is very good at BetHard and is a good feature on the site.

However, there is a downside with BetHard as it currently doesn’t offer a live streaming service. This is becoming very popular these days and it allows players to watch a live match or race or game as it happens as long as you put a minimum bet on it. Maybe this is something that they may think about adding at a later date as an improvement.

Cash Out Betting

BetHard also offers cash-out which is also really popular. It has changed the way we make bets and takes away an element of risk. When you place a bet at BetHard, there will be occasions when they offer you the option to cash out the bet, so if your bet is winning, but it looks pretty risky, then you can take up the cash out offer. This will mean that you get to walk away with a win, although it won’t be as much as the total win. It does mean, however, that you can get the win and avoid walking away with the loss. In comparison with other sites, we found the cash-out offer at BetHard to be pretty generous, especially on football.

BetHard Payment Options

One of the first hurdles you might encounter is when it comes to making payments into your account. The best betting sites offer all sorts of different options so that you can choose whether you want to go for a card payment, e-Wallet or even a prepaid card. However, it’s to be noted that no betting sites in the UK are allowed to accept payments with credit cards. The current payment options at BetHard are:

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Bankwire
  • PaySafeCard
  • Trustly
  • Sofort
  • Zimpler
  • iDebit
  • InstaDebit
  • EcoPayz
  • Neteller
  • Skrill
  • MuchBetter

Generally, the transfer times depends on which method you choose. Most of the deposit times are instant, so you can get going straight away, although bank transfer can take a few days. All deposits are free of charge. Also, the minimum deposits for all methods are £10 except for iDebit and Instadebit which has a minimum deposit of £15. When choosing your deposit method, make sure that it is not excluded from bonuses (such as Skrill or Neteller).

Withdrawals 

The first thing that you need to know when you withdraw your money is that you have to withdraw your funds via the same option that you deposited with. This is because of anti-laundering regulations. This applies to all betting sites and not just BetHard. You can withdraw via all the methods that you deposit with, apart from Paysafecard. Generally, the quickest way to withdraw your money is via e-Wallets such as Neteller or Skrill. These give you your money in less than 24 hours. When withdrawing with a bank card, this can take between 1 to 5 days depending on your bank. If you withdraw using bankwire, this can take between 3 to 7 days and is the slowest option of the methods available. There will also be KYC checks that might add a day or two to the process.  The minimum withdrawal amount for all methods is £20.

Make sure you check out the withdrawal TCs as there might be some that are unclear which might cause issues when withdrawing larger sums. You can deposit and withdraw with the currencies: GBP, EUR, SEK, NOK and USD

BetHard Customer Services

One thing that we find very important – and that applies to BetHard is that they offer customer service 24 hours a day. So, whenever you need them, someone is there. Unfortunately, there is no phone number on offer here, so if you prefer to pick up the phone and speak to someone, then you don’t have that option. However, they do offer a live chat service, which is great and very quick. Depending on the time of day, it should be answered in a matter of minutes. If you want to access this service, there is a tab at the bottom of the site. Simply click on it and open up the contact and live chat. However, if you don’t have an urgent query, then you can contact the site via email on support@bethard.com. At quieter times, you may find yourself getting an answer within a couple of hours. However, it can take up to a day.

Overall, we found the BetHard customer support team to be quick, responsive, friendly and knowledgeable and they were very helpful when working out our issues.

If you have more of a general query, then you could try out the FAQ section, which has the answers to lots of common questions. In this section, you will be able to find the answers to all sorts of issues such as withdrawing money from your account, how to change your account password and details, how to close your account, whether you can set deposit limits and plenty more. It is a good place to look at before you get in touch with the customer support team

Layout of the BetHard Betting Site

The BetHard site is all about being fierce and getting attention. It looks very strong aesthetically with bold black and yellow branding with a strong clenched fist as a logo. This is a site that pulls no punches and wants to hit you right between the eyes. It’s clear, concise and not at all fussy. The site offers lots to keep its players amused. There are plenty of sports, markets, challenges and rewards. What’s more, you can access the site in a number of different languages including English, German, Swedish, Finnish and Norwegian. Not only does it look good, but it’s a simple site to follow.

When looking for the different areas of the site, you will see the main option listed along the top of the site. Here, you can access areas including Live Betting, Virtual Sports, Mobile, Promotions, Casino, Live Casino and even Card Games. However, if you’re looking for the sports to bet on then you will find this down the left-hand side of your screen. This has all sports as well as live betting and today’s events.

All in all, in terms of usability, it was smooth and seamless and very responsive. Moreover, it was simple, clear and easy to find your way around. It was a very decent user experience and hard to find fault.

The BetHard Sign-Up Process

  1. Click any link on this page to the BetHard site
  2. Access the Create Account button located at the top right of the homepage
  3. Add your details, including name, address and date of birth as requested
  4. Make your first qualifying deposit and bet
  5. You will then be registered and have access to the welcome offer available

How to Make a Bet at BetHard

When you’ve decided to join BetHard and want to make your first bet, you’ll find that making a bet couldn’t be any easier, especially if you are familiar with making bets on other sites. Simply find the sports or market that you want, choose your bet, add your stake and then make sure your account is properly funded. You can then add the bet to the bet slip and wait for the results.

  1. Use the Navigation bar to find your match or browse the sports
  2. Click on the match/game you want
  3. Look through the different betting option and click on your chosen bet
  4. Add your stake to your betslip
  5. Ensure there is money in your account and place the bet.

BetHard Mobile App

More people than ever are betting on the go, so to remain relevant, you need a good offering on mobile in some way, shape or form. And, luckily, BetHard has. Firstly, if you visit the site on your mobile web browser, you will find the site to be fully optimized, quick and responsive, offering an experience every bit as good as the desktop site. However, on top of this, it also offers a hi-tech and very good mobile betting app that is available to download on both iOS and Android.

On the mobile site, you can access everything you can on desktop. This includes the thousands of markets it has on offer every day. You can also make full use of the live betting sector. What’s more, managing your account and making deposits is really quick and very easy. They have obviously put a lot of effort into the mobile product and it shows. It works quickly, it is intuitive and it’s attractive to look at. This is a big ‘yes’ from us! Here’s how to download the app:

  1. Open the App Store
  2. Type BetHard into the search bar
  3. Click ‘Get’
  4. The app will download and install automatically
  5. Your new app will appear on your home screen and be ready to use

BetHard Casino

Sometimes you might feel like trying out something different, especially if sports are a bit slow. So, you’ll be please to know that the BetHard casino is pretty decent. When you’re in the sports page, just click on the casino link and you’ll be taken to the very impressive collection of games.

The good news is, if you want to start playing, you don’t need to sign up if you have opened your sports account already as you are already a member of BetHard. When checking out the selection. You will find some of the best games in the industry from all of the best providers.

No need to open another account or log into another website. You can also receive a welcome bonus exclusive to casino when visiting for the first time if there is one available.

Play casino games as well as table favourites including roulette and blackjack. There’s the traditional version of these old favourites as well as exciting spins on the titles we all love.

 

The Best BetHard Casino Games

Gods of GoldRobin Hood’s Wild ForestStarburstBonanza
Sakura FortuneMedallion MegawaysHot NudgeDream Catcher
Piggy Riches MegawaysGonzo’s QuestExtra ChilliLive Lightning Roulette
Twin SpinTemple Tumble MegawaysDragon’s Luck Power ReelsVikings Go Berzerk
Safari Gold MegawaysLive RoulettePiggy RichesMega Moolah

The games in the casino are split into separate categories so that you can find them more easily. They are split down as follows: Top Choice, New Games, Slots, Live Casino Table Games, Instant Win and Jackpots. There is also a search bar so you should be able to find what games you like very easily. There are not only hundreds of slots, but there are great table games like roulette, blackjack, baccarat and poker variations.

The live casino offering is also excellent and offers games from the best providers such as Evolution Gaming. You can enjoy live blackjack games, roulette games, and even game show games such as Dream Catcher, Monopoly Live and Deal or No Deal.

Summary

Well, what can we say? BetHard certainly knows how to create a great user experience for its players and is definitely up there with the best. It offers all of the top and most popular sports, although some lesser-known sports are missing, but generally, that isn’t a problem. The customer service was excellent, with our only issue there being the lack of phone number, although it was 24 hours. Banking was quick and easy, with plenty of options on offer – although PayPal was notably absent. There are also great BetHard promotions available in sports betting and casino, although we would like to see more aimed towards the UK markets.

When it comes to site usability and user experience, it was difficult to find any faults. Both on desktop and mobile the site ran perfectly, and it also offered a great mobile app as well. This is a cool site that likes to say that ‘Winners Dare More’. We think that if you dare to try out this site, you won’t be disappointed as it is safe, secure and offers a great overall experience.

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About Joe Kizlauskas

Joe is a seasoned iGaming copywriter and speaker who has been in the business since 2015. He's written more words on all elements of iGaming than he likes to remember, and he's contributed material to a number of well-known brands. Joe may be seen playing 5 a side, at the gym or playing games on his Playstation when he is not writing.