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App review · Last reviewed 23 October 2026
Virgin Bet App Review
Virgin Bet is a UK sportsbook licensed by the UK Gambling Commission under Virgin Bet Limited. Its iPhone app is rated 4.7, and for football it offers a bet builder, a weekly free acca and free-to-play games such as Fives.
iPhone 4.7Android 4.2
Virgin Bet app ratings: iPhone and Android
| Store | Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store (iPhone, UK) | 4.7 / 5 | 18,994 |
| Google Play (Android, UK) | 4.2 / 5 | 4,984 |
Virgin Bet scores very well on iPhone, at 4.7 from nearly 19,000 ratings. Its Android rating of 4.2 is lower but still solid. Compare ratings for every UK betting app.
Virgin Bet app at a glance
| Best for | Casual football bettors who like free-to-play games and acca rewards |
| Welcome offer | Bet £10, get £30 in free bets |
| Bet builder | Yes |
| Cash out | Full and partial |
| Football streaming | Selected events, with a funded account |
| Operator | Virgin Bet Limited, UKGC account 54310 |
Virgin Bet welcome offer: bet £10, get £30
New customers can get £30 in free bets after placing a £10 qualifying bet. At the time of checking, no promo code was needed.
- Deposit at least £10 by debit card and place a £10+ cash bet at odds of 1/2 or bigger
- Free bets are split between sportsbook bets and bet builder bets
- Free bets must be claimed within 7 days and used within 7 days
- Pre-paid and virtual cards do not qualify
Offer details summarised on 23 October 2026. Offers change often, so always check the full terms on the Virgin Bet website before you sign up. New customers only, 18+, T&Cs apply.
Football betting on the Virgin Bet app
Free to play
Weekly free acca
Place four qualifying £5 accas in a week and Virgin Bet gives you a £5 free acca. You need to opt in, and the accas need four or more selections.
Bet builder
Bet Builder
Virgin Bet’s bet builder lets you combine markets from the same football match into one bet.
Highlights
Fives
A free-to-play game where you pick five players each week and win cash for their goals.
Cash out
Cash out and price boosts
Full and partial cash out are available, and Virgin Bet runs regular price boosts on big matches.
Streaming
Live streaming
Eligible events show a stream icon in the app. You need a small balance in your account to watch.
Deposits and withdrawals
Paying in
Virgin Bet accepts debit cards and PayPal. Withdrawals to PayPal are usually the quickest, while debit card withdrawals can take one to three working days and bank transfers longer.
Withdrawals
Check the payments page in the app for the latest limits and times.
How to download the Virgin Bet app
Virgin Bet is free on the App Store and on Google Play for Android. Search for “Virgin Bet” and check it is the official app before you download.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Rated 4.7 on iPhone
- Weekly free acca reward
- Free-to-play Fives game
- PayPal accepted
Cons
- Android rating lower than iPhone
- Fewer football features than the biggest bookmakers
- Free bets split into several tokens
Virgin Bet app FAQs
Is the Virgin Bet app safe?
Yes. Virgin Bet is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission under Virgin Bet Limited (account 54310).
Do I need a Virgin Bet promo code?
At the time of checking, no promo code was needed for the welcome offer.
Can I use PayPal with Virgin Bet?
Yes, PayPal is accepted for deposits and withdrawals, but check whether it qualifies for the welcome offer.
Who owns Virgin Bet?
Virgin Bet is run by Virgin Bet Limited, UKGC account 54310.
Does Virgin Bet have a bet builder?
Yes.
Does Virgin Bet have cash out?
Yes. Virgin Bet offers full and partial.
Can you watch football on Virgin Bet?
Virgin Bet’s live streams cover selected events, with a funded account, not football matches.
Is the Virgin Bet app any good?
It’s rated 4.7 on the UK App Store and 4.2 on Google Play. These are app store ratings, not ours.
Our verdict
Virgin Bet is a friendly, well-rated app for casual football betting, with a weekly free acca and the free-to-play Fives game. Serious bettors who want streaming, acca boosts and deep markets will find more at Sky Bet, Paddy Power or William Hill.
Bet responsibly
Every bookmaker we list is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and offers deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion. If betting stops being fun, free help is available 24/7 from GamCare, BeGambleAware and GAMSTOP.
18+ · National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
18+. New customers only. T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly: BeGambleAware.org · National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133.