Online Betting Apps in Malaysia 2023 – Top Malaysian Sportsbooks for Mobile Betting

Malaysia is a nation of smartphone lovers and these days there are very few aspects of our lives that can’t be controlled through our mobile devices. This includes gambling with betting apps, something that has grown significantly in popularity over the years. 

So, we’re here to bring you our expert guide to mobile sportsbooks in Malaysia. We’ll take you through our top 10 list and explain exactly why they made the cut. We’ll also look at the best betting apps in more detail and talk about features, bonuses, banking options and much more.

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The Best Online Sportsbooks for Betting on Mobiles Reviewed

After comparing a number of mobile betting apps available to Malaysian players we believe that the following ten have the most to offer when it comes to rewards, special features, competitive odds, and sports coverage for mobile fans. 

The Best Online Sportsbooks for Betting on Mobiles Reviewed

Now it’s time for a detailed rundown of our top 10 sites, so you can make an informed choice about which mobile sportsbook in Malaysia is best for you and gain a better understanding of why they managed to work their way onto our list.

1. 12Play – Our Top Malaysian Betting App

12Play’s brand-new betting app is one of the best we have come across, making great use of the site’s predominantly red colour scheme and managing to fit in all of the features, special deals and betting markets that are available on the 12Play desktop site.

We were also pleased to find an App-exclusive bonus, where you can earn 12 MYR simply for downloading the app. The offers don’t end there though, as the number of deposit bonuses for new and existing customers is excellent, including a 100% deposit match welcome deal, a 15% daily first deposit bonus and a 5% and 10% unlimited daily deposit bonus. Malaysian Bettors will also be rewarded for wagering regularly on sports and Esports at the 12Play site with a daily cash rebate of between 0.5% and 1%.

Furthermore, if you can provide proof that you have deposited at another site in the last couple of years you will receive an extra 30 MYR simply for depositing at 12Play. In addition, there’s a Refer a Friend deal where you can earn 120 MYR for each person you introduce to the site. The number of sports and Esports markets is superb, due to the fact that there are five different sites to choose from within the main 12Play sportsbook.

And Esports fans in particular will be delighted to find a specific section dedicated to live streaming, with some of the most popular titles included such as Dota 2 and Mobile Legends:Bang Bang, which are two of the most popular Esports titles both in Malaysia and worldwide.

2. BK8 – One of the Best Betting Apps in Southeast Asia

If you’re a fan of betting in Malaysia there’s a good chance you may have already heard of BK8, as they are one of the most popular betting sites in the region. BK8 is also among the most trusted sportsbooks, as not only are they licensed and regulated by the Government of Curacao, one of the largest betting regulatory bodies in Southeast Asia, but they have supplementary certifications from some of the leading independent betting site testing companies in the world.

There are three sportsbooks available within the main BK8 site and no matter which betting site you pick, finding the wager you wish to place is easy, thanks to the user-friendly design found throughout BK8. And that is also reflected in the BK8 Malaysia betting app, available on both Android and iOS, which is both easy on the eye and easy to navigate.

BK8 also has a good range of reload and rebate offers that reward bettors for depositing and placing bets, in addition to a betting streak bonus, a cryptocurrency deposit bonus and a generous new customer deal. There’s also an app-exclusive deal, where not only will you receive a reward for downloading the BK8 betting app but if you stay active on the app you will have a chance to win extra cash. Punters can pick from a wide range of sports and Esports and for many events, there is also a great range of statistics available on both the BK8 desktop site and betting app.

3. we88 – Excellent Live Streaming Service

The we88 sportsbook and betting app offer an impressive range of sports and Esports betting markets and with high-profile Brand Ambassador Sola Aoi on board, they are really looking to make an impact in a competitive Southeast Asia betting market.

And unusually for a betting site, we88 has also dipped its toes into the entertainment waters, sponsoring the production of Aoi’s collaboration with Malaysian rapper, singer, songwriter, filmmaker and actor, Namewee.

As is the case with many of the other sites available to Malaysian bettors, there are multiple sportsbooks to pick from within the main we88 betting site and app, which in this case are CMD368 and Saba Sports and SBOBet. And if you like betting on Esports you also have a couple of options in Saba Esports and Inplay Esports.

When it comes to bonuses, there’s a 100% deposit match welcome deal, a weekly rescue bonus, a Refer a Friend deal and even the chance to win a limited edition Sola Aoi Touch N’ Go NFC card, just for depositing a minimum of 100 MYR. There’s also a bonus for downloading the we88 app.

WE88 live streaming is available on both the desktop site and betting app, covering many sports including football, basketball, tennis and volleyball. And there’s also a dedicated live betting football betting section called WETV, which is accessible at the top of the main we88 homepage. And from there you can watch a variety of top matches from some of the most popular leagues and cup competitions in the world.

4. me88 – Industry-Leading Welcome Offer

Despite the striking similarities in their names, me88 and we88 are not owned by the same company, although both are licensed by the Government of Curacao. They also share a love for entertainment, as me88 has also sponsored video content from Namewee.

However, as popular as he may be, Namewee does not have the worldwide appeal of me88’s latest Brand Ambassador, UFC legend Conor McGregor, who has joined up with me88 to represent the brand in Southeast Asia. And to celebrate this brand-new partnership, me88 has introduced a 200% welcome bonus, which could earn you 1,000 MYR over your first three deposits.

And new customers are sure to be impressed by the fact that there are three sportsbooks to choose from within the main me88 site and app, including one of the most trusted sports betting sites in the region, CMD368. And more choice means more sporting markets and the opportunity to look for the very best prices!

When it comes to new and existing customer bonuses, the selection is good, with separate sports and Esports welcome deals to choose from, both with a 200% deposit match. There’s also a daily reload deal, an app download bonus, a weekly rescue bonus that will refund a percentage of your losses up to 4,288 MYR and an unlimited cash rebate of between 0.3% and 0.8%, depending on your VIP level.

5. Plae8 – Weekly Cryptocurrency Cashback Deal

The crypto boom has spread to the betting industry, with many sites offering cryptocurrency betting bonuses alongside their other existing customer deals. One such site is Plae8, which offers 1% cashback on accumulated BTC, ETH or USDT deposits each and every week up to 888 MYR, as long as you have deposited at least 100 MYR. The site’s range of crypto deposit options is also excellent, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether.

Moving on to the Plae8 betting app, we were impressed to see a range of features including being able to customise the app depending on what your favourite sports are, in addition to the ability to track your friend referral bonuses quickly and easily. The app also looks great and is available on both Android and iOS.

Plae8 also has a number of bonuses on offer, including a cash rebate, where you can earn between 0.4% and 1% of your betting outlay back every day. There’s also an unlimited 10% daily reload bonus.

In addition, there are two weekly bonuses, the first of which is the Weekly Turnover Challenge, rewarding customers that have staked between 100,00 MYR & 5000,000 MYR with a bonus of between 38 MYR & 1,888 MYR. Then there’s the more accessible weekly rescue bonus of between 188 MYR & 238 MYR which is available to bettors who have accrued losses of between 5,000 MYR & 9,999.99 MYR.

6. UEA8 – Huge Range of Betting Markets

Sports betting sites in Southeast Asia frequently offer more than one site within their main sportsbook, but the fact that UEA8 features five different sports betting sites and two different Esports sites is unique.

Bettors who take the time to visit all seven sportsbooks will understandably find a great selection of sports and betting markets. The UEA8 betting app also copes admirably with this huge amount of betting content, with excellent usability and speedy app navigation.

When it comes to bonuses, there is a nice selection of rebate and reload bonuses available to reward you for betting at the UEA8 site. Furthermore, there is also a specific social media bonus which can be unlocked by engaging with official UEA8 social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram.

UEA8 also has a unique approach to rewarding customer loyalty, as bettors can earn “U-Coins” every time they make a deposit, which can be redeemed for cash, bonuses and gifts. And their unique approach extends to the Refer a Friend programme, where, instead of the flat reward you are given at most other sites, at UEA8 you will be entitled to a percentage of the money spent by the new customers you introduce to the site.

7. HiFive5 – Two Different Welcome Deals

Licensed by both the Government of Curacao and PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement & Gaming Corporation), HiFive5 has been in existence for over a decade, specifically serving Singapore and Malaysia betting enthusiasts.

HiFive5 instantly stands out from the crowd due to the fact they offer a choice between two different sports betting welcome bonuses. The first is a standard 50% deposit match up to 255 MYR, while the second is 50% of your first bet returned if it’s a loser, up to 250 MYR.

There’s also an unlimited 5% reload bonus of up to 100 MYR per deposit, along with weekly cashback on all net losses of more than 500 MYR, of between 3% and 8%, depending on your VIP status.

There are four sportsbooks and one Esports specialist betting site within the main HiFive5 page. And interestingly, unlike many of their rival sportsbooks, HiFive5 has also published some sports betting guides on their site covering football, horse racing, Esports and Asian Handicap betting.

The HiFive5 betting app is available on both Android and iOS and features all the betting offers, sporting markets and features that are available on the desktop site, in addition to a good range of payment methods including Boost, one of the most popular E-wallets in Malaysia.

8. Uwin33 – Generous Daily First Deposit Bonus

We’re not sure where the Uwin33 name came from, but hinting at success is never a bad thing when it comes to a sports betting site!

And while winning can never be guaranteed, what is certain is that bettors visiting Uwin33 can expect some tasty existing customer offers, including a 20% Daily Deposit Bonus up to 288 MYR which is among the best in the business. There’s also a 10% bonus which is still generous but benefits from a lower turnover requirement of x12, instead of x25. What also caught our eye was Uwin33’s unlimited 5% deposit bonus.

In addition, there’s a 6% weekly cashback deal available, with no wagering requirements. And best of all, that 6% is available to all Uwin33 customers, rather than having different percentage levels depending on your VIP status, which is the case at many other sports betting sites.

Although, we should say that this is because there isn’t actually a VIP Club available at Uwin33!

When it comes to the Uwin33 Android betting app, it’s certainly one of the most colourful apps out there, but it is still easy to find your way around and the deposit page in particular is very easy to navigate.

9. AW8 – Excellent Football Betting Service

When you first look at the site, AW8 may seem just like any of the other sportsbooks featured on this page, with multiple betting sites to choose from within the main sportsbook and betting app.

However, a closer look reveals that when it comes to football betting in particular, AW8 has leapt ahead of its rivals. And that’s because clicking on “Live Score” at the top of the desktop page or betting app, will bring up a section where not only will you be able to see the latest scores in numerous games worldwide, but you will also be able to look at statistics ahead of future games and results of past matches.

That’s not all though, as bettors will also be able to compare prices at different bookmakers for many matches, as well as access a separate sports website where you can search for up-to-date betting tips and other football news.

There’s also an extra welcome deal in addition to the main AW8 new customer offer, where your first football bet will be refunded if it’s a losing one, up to 100 MYR.

And the football fun continues with a special offer where you can earn an extra bonus if you win eight consecutive football bets. There’s also a rebate of between 0.3% and 1%, depending on your VIP status.

10. 77Bet – Best for Banking Options

If bank transfers and E-wallets are your preferred payment options then 77Bet may well be the site for you, as there is a huge range of banking options when it comes to funding your betting accounts.

And inspired by their brand-new Brand Ambassador, Manchester United and England star Harry Maguire, there is also a great range of special offers including cash giveaways, a 10% Daily Deposit Bonus and an unlimited Daily Rebate of 0.3%.

And with six sportsbooks to choose from within the main 77Bet site and betting app, there won’t be a shortage of sporting markets to bet on.

How These Sports Betting Apps in Malaysia Compare

A government report found that the penetration rate for smartphone users in Malaysia reached an all-time high of 94.8% in 2021, around 31 million people. After an in-depth rundown of our top 10 sites for betting on mobile, here is a quick list of specific features that you may wish to know about when it comes to the best betting apps and mobile betting sites.

How We Rank The Top Betting Apps in MY

With almost all of the leading sportsbooks offering strong betting apps for iPhone and Android, it can be hard to know exactly which are the best apps for betting. So we’ve come up with a set of criteria that you can use to work out which app best meets your needs.

Best Mobile Betting Apps for iPhone and Android 

Operating systems are the building blocks of every smartphone and the two most popular by far are iOS, found in all Apple devices, along with Android, which is found in pretty much every other smartphone! Android has a significant lead when it comes to market share in Malaysia and this means that if a betting site has an app, it will certainly be available on Android but not always on iOS.

Android

Android is a mobile operating system that has been around for nearly 15 years, owned by Google but freely accessible to anyone, unlike iOS. Apps can be downloaded via the Google Play store and the most common smartphones that use Android are the Samsung ones.

Here’s a quick summary of both operating systems and typical technical specifications of the apps for betting provided by selected betting sites.

iOS

Owned by Apple, iOS is exclusively found on their own iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches and apps can be downloaded via the App Store.

How to Get Started at the Best Mobile Betting Apps in Malaysia

There are a few different ways to begin your betting journey, depending on the specific mobile sportsbook in Malaysia you have chosen. Some mobile sites will have a link to download their betting app from the App Store or Google Play, or you can just head directly there and check for yourself.

For this step-by-step guide, we’ll be taking you through the download, signup and betting process at one of our top betting apps, BK8. However, the process will be similar to all of the apps featured in this article.

Step 1 – Download the Betting app

The first step is to download the BK8 betting app from the BK8 mobile site.

Step 2 – Sign Up

Click on “Join now”, “Register” or something similar at the top of the home page to open the signup pages, where you will need to input your personal details and set a username and password.

Step 3 – Make a Deposit 

Now that your shiny new betting account is up and running, you will need to deposit some funds. To do this, you need to click on your account balance at the top of the home page, then input the amount you wish to deposit, along with your preferred payment method. And don’t forget to deposit the correct amount, in order to qualify for the welcome bonus. And if you have any issues, you can check out the help page for some advice.

Step 4 -Start Betting

Now you need to head to the main sports betting page, choose the site you wish to visit, tap on it and then find your chosen match and market from there. Click on the price to add to your bet slip, add your stake and then tap “Place Bet”.

Sports That Can be Enjoyed at Online Betting Apps

Malaysia is a nation of sports lovers, so here are some of the most popular sports to watch and bet on.

Bets Available at the Top Malaysian Apps 

Taking a look at whether the app you’d like to try out offers live betting, parlays and other popular wagering opportunities is important. This is why we’ve decided to help you out by putting together a little more information about what you can expect to find on our recommended apps below. 

Dedicated Mobile Betting Apps vs Browser Websites

As good as mobile betting apps are, there are advantages and disadvantages and many bettors prefer to just visit a sportsbook on their mobile browsers that is optimised to fit a phone or tablet screen. 

If you want to make an informed decision for yourself, here are the main pros and cons of apps for betting and mobile sites.

Mobile Sites

Betting Apps

The Best Sportsbook Bonuses for Mobile Betting 

Bonuses that specifically relate to wagering on mobile are rare, but all of the bonuses available at desktop versions of online betting sites will also be available on mobile. Here’s a rundown of the most common ones and at this stage we should also remind you that you should always check the Terms and Conditions regarding any offer you wish to claim, particularly when it comes to wagering requirements.

Comparing Welcome Offers Available to Mobile Bettors in MY

When it comes to attracting new customers, the welcome deal is a sportsbook’s primary weapon. They almost always take the form of deposit match deals but the details can vary significantly from site to site. So here’s a handy at-a-glance guide to the welcome offers available to desktop and mobile bettors in Malaysia.

Payment Methods That Can be Used on Betting Apps in MY

As we’ve mentioned earlier on this page, Malaysian bettors are looking for a wide range of payment options, so here’s a list of the most common ones.

Conclusion 

Now that we have outlined the best sportsbooks and apps for mobile betting in Malaysia and explained why they are so strong, you should now be in a great position to select the mobile sportsbooks in Malaysia that best suits your needs. Furthermore, you should be well-placed to take advantage of the huge range of betting offers available to you.

So all that remains for us to do is wish you the very best of luck on your betting journey!

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