WhichBookmakerHead to head · South Africa · verified August 2026
22Bet vs Betway
Betway takes it by 1.0 points overall, but 22Bet still wins specific cases.
Pillar scores
Side by side
| Criterion | 22Bet | Betway |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Typical margin | Around 5% on major football, tighter on niche markets than most rivals | Around 5% on major football; sharper on esports than most rivals |
| Licences | Curaçao eGaming, selected national licences in Africa | UKGC (UK), Western Cape (ZA), NLRC (NG), MGA (Malta), iGaming Ontario (CA) |
| Min. deposit | $1 equivalent | Varies by market, typically the equivalent of $5–10 |
| Sports | 40+ sports including very long-tail competitions | 30+ sports with strong esports and African football coverage |
| Features | Very low minimum deposit, Crypto payments, Huge in-play list, Local rails | Live streaming, Cash Out, Bet Builder, Local payment rails |
| Founded | 2017 | 2006 |
| Best for | Long-tail markets, Small stakes, Emerging markets | African markets, Esports, Local payments |
Our verdict
Choose 22Bet if you want long-tail markets · small stakes · emerging markets. It comes out ahead on markets in our scoring, and its licensing position in South Africa is Curaçao eGaming.
Choose Betway if you want african markets · esports · local payments. It comes out ahead on trust, platform, payouts in our scoring, and its licensing position in South Africa is UKGC (UK).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, 22Bet or Betway?
Betway scores higher overall (8.4 vs 7.4). 22Bet can still be the better choice for long-tail markets.
Is 22Bet safe and licensed?
22Bet holds these licences: Curaçao eGaming, selected national licences in Africa. Our trust score for it is 6.2/10 — the full review explains the reasoning.
Is Betway safe and licensed?
Betway holds these licences: UKGC (UK), Western Cape (ZA), NLRC (NG), MGA (Malta), iGaming Ontario (CA). Our trust score for it is 8.9/10 — the full review explains the reasoning.