With the boom in cryptocurrency’s popularity all over the world, businesses have adapted to incorporate the phenomenon and in a way, the gaming and betting industry has been leading the way in crypto adoption.

Betting through cryptos is becoming increasingly popular with a large number of betting sites offering users the option to do so. More and more gambling sites are joining the bandwagon every passing day.

Cryptos have emerged as a very viable alternative to fiat currency or traditional cash betting when it comes to online transactions. Currently, a lot of websites accept payment via popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, etc but more and more coins and tokens are being added as options.

Some websites also offer bonuses and rewards through cryptos.

Easy deposits, fast withdrawals, low fees and a provision for playing vivid sections of games are some of the reasons behind the popularity of crypto betting. Increasing awareness about cryptocurrencies has also quickened adoption. 

Here we look at some of the top crypto betting sites of 2022. 

Sportsbet.io

Established in 2016, Sportsbet.io is one of the top betting sites in the market. It is also ranked first in the cryptocurrency sportsbook. The site focuses on the three core principles of fun, fast and fair. 

Available in web and android versions, the platform is reliable and easy to operate for both casual and regular bettors. Sportsbet.io offers an array of sections for competitive odds with over a thousand casino games.

 

Sportsbet.io supports nine different cryptocurrencies - Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Tether, Tron, Ripple, Cardano, Dogecoin and AllSports.

Arguably one of the most reputed betting platforms out there and known to respond to complaints as quickly as possible, Sportsbet.io’s security guidelines are top-notch as well with one requiring KYC mandate to register. While one can register with a simple email address, the website reserves the right to ask for KYC information and can lock your account if any inaccurate info comes to light.  

Former Australian cricketer Brett Lee is the ambassador of Sportsbet.io in India. Besides, the platform is an official partner of Southampton in the English Premier League. In football, Sportsbet.io also have official tie-ups with English heavyweights Arsenal and South American giants Sao Paulo.

Pros:

Easy to use interface.

Large variety of sports market

Large variety of esports options

Accepts both fiat and cryptocurrencies

Cons:

Only available in 10 languages

Betadda

Like many in this list, Betadda is a new entrant in the betting industry. In a short time, however, the platform has managed to cover the important aspects of sports betting and online casinos while also being a crypto-compatible site.

Licensed by Curacao Gambling Authority, Betadda gives its users the option of cashing out. This means that the users can control their bets by locking in a profit/loss before the event has ended.

Despite being relatively new, Betadda has managed to capture positive comments from users with many believing that the platform has some of the best betting odds in the offering. Additionally, it provides the option of betting on esports as well. 

Pros:

Competitive welcome bonus

Betting exchange

Virtual sports betting

Wide variety of sports to bet on

Cons:

Some payment systems have limited monthly withdrawals

Limited language options

BitCasino

BitCasino, founded in 2014, was amongst the first online casinos to accept cryptocurrency. It is a user-friendly platform that offers its services in 11 languages and accepts 14 banking and money transfer options.

The platform offers crypto payment options in Ethereum, Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin, Tether, Cardano, Litecoin and TRON.

BitCasino has everything you need, starting from esports, slots, live blackjack, jackpot games, video poker, and several other crypto casino Games. Furthermore, the platform recently announced its Android app where users can play more than 2,600 slots, table games and more.

Based in Curacao, BitCasino is restricted in countries like Australia, the United States and UK although it is a legitimate betting platform with a verified license from the Curacao Gambling Licensing Authority. 

One of the reasons why Bitcasino has been in existence since 2014 is reliability. Users have lauded the platform for easy deposits and faster withdrawals. Furthermore, the fact that one needs to enter a legal age before signing up shows the platform knows what ‘gamble responsibly’ means.

Pros:

Plenty of theme games

Withdrawal is fast 

No deposit limit for cryptocurrencies

Clean interface

Cons:

Limited deposit options

Available in selected countries

1win

1win, based in Nicosia, Cyprus was launched in 2016 and is amongst the newer betting platforms. The bookmakers offer a provision for betting on a variety of sports from cricket, football, kabaddi, hockey and horse racing to name a few.

The platform offers payment options in UPI, GPay, Paytm allowing the Indian audience, in particular, to deposit and withdraw money with ease. It also offers deposit options in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether

The 1win website is user friendly with apt customer support service, making it one of the top crypto betting sites for 2022. On top of that, users on 1win can enjoy over 9200 Casino games and 200+ Live dealer games.

For Indian users, 1win remains one of the most lucrative betting platforms because of its welcome bonus as well as availability on mobile devices. As far as registration is concerned, all you need is to select the currency followed by an email address and a password.

Pros:

Biggest welcome bonus

Better odds due to low margin

Available in 18 languages

Mobile friendly website

Cons:

App not available on the Android PlayStore.

No customer service in Hindi

Club Riches

Established in 2021, Club Riches is a new casino that has managed to earn a good reputation in a short timeframe. The website of Club Riches provides a good user interface making it conducive for new users. 

Club Riches holds a legit Curacao license and has a safe and reliable payment system backed by good customer support. The platform offers different deposit options based on location.

Club Riches does not really have many critics and despite being a new entrant in the market, the platform has managed to grab a large audience thanks to lucrative bonuses. Like many other betting platforms, you need to enter your legal age before signing in.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin Tether and BitcoinCash are accepted crypto options on the platform. Users can deposit and withdraw cryptos instantly on Club Riches.

Pros:

Generous welcome bonus

35+ game providers

24/7 customer support

Cons:

Only available in eight languages

Limited deposit methods

No option for esports betting

1xBit

One of the top online crypto sportsbooks and casinos in the market, 1xBit is a reputed platform that offers betting in more than 50 sports. Established in 2016, 1xBit has wide coverage in over 60 different languages, allowing large accessibility to the users.

The platform accepts as many as 26 different cryptocurrencies, including popular ones like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Monero, etc. 1xBit’s reputation is on par with every other betting platform on this list and its technical team of 1xBit is lauded for their quick resolutions while users can enjoy their quick payout option. 

Pros:

Wide variety of games to choose from

Available in 61 languages

Welcome bonus upto 7 Bitcoin

Cons:

No telephonic support

Cannot deposit fiat money

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