How We Rate Betting Sites
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We Create an Account
To get the full picture, we register at the sportsbook and navigate the site like a normal user would.
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We Deposit Money
We don’t rely on what the betting site advertises. We deposit money and test payment times and fees for ourselves.
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We Contact Customer Support
Are customer support efficient and helpful? Are they really 24/7? We check by contacting them with our queries.
We Analyze the Sports Category
Sports Variety
Does the sportsbook offer a range of popular and niche sports? We also check which are the biggest categories. A sportsbook might have an excellent e-sports section, but a poor tennis category. We make sure to let you know all that!
Bet Types
Moneyline. Point Spreads. Props. Parlay. Futures. We look out for all these types of bets to guarantee you have plenty to choose from.
Odds
Better odds = more value for money. That’s why we pay close attention to how odds compare with other sportsbooks.
Live Betting
Live betting takes the betting excitement to new levels. We analyze live betting options and check if live streaming or a match tracker feature are available.
We Investigate Trust and Security
How do you know that you can trust this site with your money and personal details?
We seek that answer by checking whether the site has a reputable license like the iGaming Ontario license.
Sponsorships and collaborations with renowned athletes and teams also earns the sportsbook a few extra review points.
Lastly, we don’t rely on our experience alone. We search forums for other bettor experiences to see if there are patterns with poor service or payment issues.
We Browse the Casino Section
Game Variety
We’ll tell you what games you can find at the site. Slots, jackpot games, and table games like roulette are all taken note of. The more the merrier!
Live Casino
We check that a live casino section is available. We also determine the extent of live games and which providers feature in this category.
Software Providers
We’ll recommend sites with renowned software providers, and deduct points for those with obscure or limited software providers.
We Test Payment Methods
Is there a range of payment options for Canadians?
We believe Canadian bettors should have the best payment variety possible. We look for popular Canadian options like Interac and Skrill, but also common payment types like Visa and bank transfer.
How long do deposit and withdrawals take?
We make our own deposits and withdrawals using different payment methods. This allows us to come up with an average processing time that verifies (or contradicts) the official times listed by the sportsbook.
Are there any payment fees?
Although fees from payment providers are expected, we check and inform you if we also find processing fees from the betting site. We also make recommendations for payment options that we found to have the lowest fees.
What’s the maximum withdrawal amount?
Whether you can withdraw $5000, $10,000 or $100,000 a week can affect your gambling experience. We list any daily, weekly and monthly maximum withdrawals. We also let you know of maximum withdrawal per payment method.
How Do We Rate Gambling Sites?
One Star
Sportsbooks with a rating of 1 are not reliable. They do not offer the appropriate security and they delay or cancel customer withdrawals. These betting sites are not recommended and should be avoided at all costs!
Two Stars
Sites with a 2-star rating do not try to scam players, but perform poorly. Their platforms are slow and buggy. They might be lacking important main features like live streaming, and have constant user complaints.
Three Stars
Sites rated as 3 stars have an average reputation and performance. They offer a lot of the features you’d expect in a sportsbook, but also do not stand out from their competitors.
Four Stars
The bulk of our reviewed sites get this rating. These are highly reliable sites which offer a complete betting experience to all types of bettors. They might have a couple of missing features that costs them the coveted top spot.
Five Stars
We reserve this rating to the top sportsbooks. These sites are user friendly and have an impeccable reputation. They also have a downloadable app, live streaming, and other elements for the best betting experience possible.
Upgrades and Downgrades
The rating assigned to each betting site is not set in stone. We revisit all betting sites on a quarterly basis and move their rating up and down if they deserve it. This ensures you always get the most accurate information possible.
Make Your Choice
Our aim as LegalBet Canada is to do all the hard work for you. We strive to give you all the information you need to be able to compare gambling sites for Canadians in a comprehensive manner. This allows you to make an informed choice.
Our suggestions are based on what we feel are the best options for Canadians and this is the only driving force behind our ratings. The rest is up to you. Do your reading, compare the products, and make the choice that feels right for you.