BetVictor Bonus & Review

 A powerhouse in the online betting scene, BetVictor has asserted itself as one of the leading names thanks to its sleek platform, unique bonuses and a range of betting features for its users. In recent years, this sportsbook has exploded in terms of its overall notoriety, with more and more bettors beginning to favour this platform. To understand why this is the case, Racing TV has delved into all of the key features this brand has to offer, including its series of betting markets and even its collection of bonuses, all of which make BetVictor a top choice for bettors, particularly regarding horse racing bets.

BetVictor is the brand behind the original British bookmaker Victor Chandler, a family-run bookmaking business dating back almost a century. With roots in greyhound and horse racing, it’s easy to see why BetVictor horse racing markets are some of its most popular among sports bettors. The business has undergone a series of rebrands since its original guise as Victor Chandler. It was rebranded as VC Bet in 2004 before reverting to its original in 2008. However, BetVictor was the choice following another global rebrand in 2012.

Signing up for BetVictor only requires a couple of key steps, making the entire registration process simple for new users. 

Following all of these steps being taken, users will then have a BetVictor account, which they can log into and begin navigating the site. Although the account has been created, users will still have to provide additional verification, whether that be a photo of their ID or proof of address, in order to make any deposits or bets at BetVictor. 

Horse racing is both a focal point and speciality at BetVictor, with their markets for this sport being both vast and varied. Upon locating the horse racing section, all races that day, as well as the following days, are categorised by both the time they take place and the racecourse. This allows users to easily find the exact event they may be looking for.

For bettors who place stakes around horse racing results, it should come as no surprise that BetVictor has both win and each-way betting options available on-site. The latter of these bet types can cover different potentials in terms of places to make a bet successful, depending on the number of runners. 

Underneath each listed runner, BetVictor provides additional information such as the horse's trainer and jockey, its most recent form, and even some additional horse racing tips when expanding the racecard. The BetVictor horse racing betting markets cover races from within the UK, Ireland, and various other prominent regions across the globe, ensuring there is variety when it comes to this sport’s betting options.

Another area in which BetVictor is known in the sports betting world is its odds. This platform offers competitive prices across all of its markets, especially its horse racing ones. Aligned with market standards, all selections have their odds displayed fractionally by default. However, should you prefer an alternative format, users can easily switch between decimal and American ones, too, via the settings menu at BetVictor.

New and existing customers are treated to a string of BetVictor promotions, which gives horse racing punters more bang for their buck. First-time users of BetVictor can secure a welcome bonus of horse-racing free bets worth up to £20 when they place an initial £10 wager on a horse at odds of 1/1 or higher.

In addition, there are certain bonus codes that can often be found at BetVictor. These usually operate in the form of reload bonuses that reward existing customers for making deposits with the potential of further free bet credits. Most bonus offers have terms and conditions, such as minimum odds and expiry dates, that should be read to ensure the bonus can be received.

Loyal customers of BetVictor can also enter the BV Loyalty Club, which attempts to offer one of the leading loyalty programs among the top online sportsbooks. Simply opt into the Loyalty Club and start playing qualifying wagers. You’ll need to make five bets of £5 or more at odds of 1/2 or higher. You’ll then be allowed to ‘Open the Box’ to try and land free bet credits worth between £1 and £25.

✔ Simple qualifying bet with a decent value bonus exclusive to horse racing.

✘ Bonus funds expire within 7 days.

There are a series of betting features at BetVictor, some of which are unique to the site and others which are more common in the sportsbook world. If you happen to take the early price on a horse, however, the starting price is higher when the race begins; this is not a worry as BetVictor frequently runs ‘Best Odds Guaranteed’ promotions.

This is not the only horse racing-specific betting feature at BetVictor either. The ‘Run For Your Money’ feature potentially sees users receive their stake returned in cash should their selected horse lose all chance of passing the finish line first at the start of the race.

Each day, users at BetVictor could potentially play the ‘Guaranteed Prize Wheel’. Every 24 hours, users of the platform could spin this bonus wheel, potentially containing things such as cash prizes, free spins for the casino side of their site, free bets and other exclusive offers that could be applied to various sports markets. 

Live streaming is exclusive to BetVictor’s horse racing markets. Users are only able to watch horse racing streams through the BetVictor app or if they have an account, provided they have a reliable Wi-Fi or 4G/5G connection. Unlike some operators, users must place a wager to access the race’s live feed; however, they can wager as little as £1 to get started. 

The BetVictor app is available to download for both Android and iOS mobile devices. One of the best features of the BetVictor app for horse racing bettors is the ‘Smart Cards’ functionality. You can get live racing stats on the move with these ‘Smart Cards’, helping you to make definitive picks from the racecard. The cash-out facility is also available to horse racing bettors that place multi-leg wagers or accas. The ‘Bet & Watch’ functionality also works well across UK, Irish and USA horse racing meetings.

As with any horse racing punter, it’s vital that you can get your deposits and withdrawals cleared with speed and accuracy. One of the defining factors of the BetVictor experience, however, is its abundance of available payment methods. No matter a user's preference, they can choose between debit cards, various e-wallets, GooglePay, ApplePay, and even bank transfers, offering impressive flexibility in this department.

Withdrawals from BetVictor accounts can vary in processing speeds from as little as half an hour to five working days. The site has a ‘FastFunds’ withdrawal facility that allows you to move funds to a conventional bank account and have them cleared in no more than four hours. Most of the payment methods at BetVictor provide instant deposits and withdrawals without any additional fees. However, when it comes to bank transfers, these take between three and five working days.

If users run into any issues at BetVictor, the platform has ensured there are a series of tools and communication channels they can use to find answers and amend any potential problems. By navigating over to the menu on both the apps and the normal site, users can locate the ‘Contact Us’ tab. This contains a live chat menu in which users can send messages to the support team and receive help in real-time. What’s more, there is also a direct email address for the BetVictor support team, as well as links to their Facebook and X pages to which users can submit queries.

The customer support options at BetVictor don’t end there, either. The platform offers an extensive collection of FAQs in its own dedicated section. All answers here are categorised clearly, covering everything from account verification to payment issues. Due to this, the answers users may be looking for can easily be found. 

Overall, BetVictor is certainly a first-rate bookmaker for online horse racing betting. With the chance to bet and watch your favourite races on your desktop or mobile, BetVictor brings you closer to the action without having to be in the grandstand. A rock-solid sign-up offer, coupled with the impressive BV Loyalty Club for existing customers, provides plenty of great features on-site.

✔ Sleek and easily navigable user interface.

✔ Competitive odds across all sporting markets.

✔ Various betting features and bonuses available for users.

✔ Live streaming of horse races from across the globe.

✔ FastFunds system makes all payments extremely quick.

✘ Welcome bonus is not active for a long period of time.

✘ Certain races have limited markets.