Free Bets for July 2025

% Free Bet

Also known as Bet Credits, Free Bets.

Percentage-based Free Bets are often among the best ‘Free Bets’ available, as they can provide more than a 100% matched bet — in fact, you can currently get up to 600% in the free bet market. However, you can also receive less than a 100% matched bet. While this might not seem as attractive, the free bet values available are often some of the highest on offer.

Your ‘Free Bet’ will be triggered when you deposit and place a qualifying bet as specified in the promotion. Unlike a standard matched free bet, where you typically get a 100% match of the amount you bet, percentage-based free bets require a fixed amount to qualify for the bonus. The ‘Free Bets’ can also come in various formats and may be specific to certain markets or bet types. It’s a good idea to check the terms and conditions, especially when the free bet amount exceeds the initial stake, as there are usually additional restrictions.

Profit Boost

Also known as Odds Boost, Double Your Odds.

The ‘Profit Boost’ is not technically a free bet but an enhanced first bet for new members. It provides increased odds on your first bet, often boosting your potential winnings by 100%. Whether it’s called a ‘100% Profit Boost’ (LeoVegas) or ‘Double Your Odds’ (Grosvenor Sport), the principle is the same.

When you register with a service offering this type of promotion and place your first bet on your chosen market, you will receive enhanced winnings if your bet wins. The boost amount is capped up to the maximum value stated in the promotion. It is advisable to use a bet calculator to ensure you maximise the offer, helping you place the minimum required stake to fully benefit from the maximum offer value available.

No Deposit Free Bet

Also known as Money Back Free Bet, Risk-Free Bet.

The ‘No Deposit Free Bet’ is exactly what it sounds like — you receive a free bet to the value stated in the offer without needing to make a deposit. These offers are usually of lower value compared to standard free bet promotions, as members have no obligation to deposit in order to claim. It is often required to enter a ‘Promo Code’ during registration to trigger the ‘Free Bet’ in your account.

You can use this ‘Free Bet’ within the terms of the offer, which typically include minimum odds requirements. There may also be a playthrough requirement if your Free Bet wins. This type of offer is often specific to a particular event or market. New members are usually required to add a payment method (typically a bank card) to verify their account.

Matched Deposit

Also known as 100% Deposit Bonus, Matched Deposit Bonus.

The ‘Matched Deposit’ is considered a form of ‘Free Bet’; however, you can use the bonus funds across multiple events and markets of your choice. Essentially, it’s a balance bonus triggered by the deposit alone — no initial bet is required to receive your bonus funds.

This type of offer is less common nowadays, and when available, there is a high likelihood that significant playthrough requirements will apply before you can withdraw any winnings. You can also find percentage-based deposit bonuses, which may offer less or more than a 100% match.

This type of offer is best suited for regular bettors, where meeting the playthrough requirements is less of an obstacle when withdrawing winnings.

0% Commission

Also known as Commission-Free.

The 0% Commission sign-up offer is not technically a free bet but provides monetary savings on bets placed with services that normally take commission from winning bets. These services are typically betting exchanges where you back and lay bets on the trading exchange. Services usually charge a small commission on all winning trades.

0% commission offers have a set period outlined in the offer terms, normally between 30 and 60 days. If you bet regularly, these offers can be very lucrative. Utilising these offers across several betting exchanges can provide you with 0% commission for a substantial period of time.

Cashback

Also known as Money Back.

The ‘Cashback’ promotion allows you to get a set percentage of your money back on all your losses. When you place bets and they lose, you will be credited back at the cashback rate outlined in the promotion. Your cashback is usually credited the following day after your bets are settled and is unlikely to have any staking requirements, meaning you can withdraw your cashback immediately.

It’s advisable to check the promotion’s terms, as they may vary depending on the service. There may also be market and odds restrictions designed to prevent arbitrage betting, although these are unlikely to affect typical betting activity. If you bet regularly, Cashback is arguably the best offer available, as the promotional value can far exceed that of standard 'Free Bet' promotions. However, it’s important to check that the service's odds are competitive, as poor odds could make the cashback benefit negligible.

Free Spins

Also known as Bonus Spins.

Free Spins are commonly included as an additional bonus within a ‘Free Bet’ promotion, often alongside a matched Free Bet offer. They are free plays on selected casino slot games available on the brand’s online casino.

Depending on the offer, you will be allocated a set number of Free Spins, each with a fixed value. Once all Free Spins have been used, any winnings will be credited to your account balance. You can then use this balance for sports betting or online casino games.

Minimum Odds

Minimum odds on free bets and qualifying bets are commonplace in new player sign-up offers. When placing your first bet(s) with a new betting account to qualify for a free bet or welcome offer, you will often be required to place bets that meet minimum odds criteria. These are typically in the region of 1/2 to even money (EVS).

These minimum odds are set by betting operators to prevent misuse of promotional offers by arbitrage or matched bettors. If a bet is placed below the required minimum odds, the offer may not be triggered or could be declared void, with the bet instead settled as a standard bet.

Promotion Period

The promotion period refers to the timeframe during which you are permitted to use any free bets or bonus bets awarded after meeting the qualifying criteria. If your initial bet(s) trigger a promotional bonus, you will be required to use your free bets within a set period — typically seven days, although this can vary depending on the betting service.

If you fail to place your promotional free bets within the promotion period, they will be forfeited. The promotion period usually begins upon the settlement of your qualifying bet(s).

Market-specific

Various offers apply only to selected betting markets. Therefore, you will need to place your initial qualifying bet on the specific market mentioned in the promotional text or terms for your free bet or betting offer to become valid.

Market-specific offers are usually tied to major betting sports such as football and horse racing, but they can also apply to other sports — particularly when a major competition or tournament is approaching or ongoing.

Always check the terms and conditions carefully, as market-specific offers may also be subject to event-specific criteria.

Bet Type

There are various bet types available when placing a bet, including singles, doubles, trebles, accumulators (accas), combination bets, and bet builders. Betting services often attach a specific bet type to a promotion to encourage certain styles of betting.

In recent times, bet builder promotions have become increasingly popular, largely due to improvements in betting software technology. However, most free bets and sign-up bonuses still allow flexibility, with singles and multiples being the most common choices for qualifying bets.

Many welcome offers from leading bookmakers include multiple types of free bets upon sign-up. These may include a standard free bet, an acca free bet, a bet builder free bet, and even free spins on casino slots. When reviewing the bet typerequirements of an offer, it’s important to understand that this may apply both to your qualifying bet and the free bets you receive as part of the promotion.

Maximum Winnings

As betting brands give away thousands of pounds every week in free bets and promotions, it’s common for winnings from free bet stakes to be capped at a certain amount. While this isn’t always the case, it’s an important factor to consider, as it can influence your betting strategy when using free bets.

It's recommended to assess both the odds and the value of your free bet. If your potential returns significantly exceed the maximum winnings allowed by the promotion, you could end up disappointed. Always compare your estimated returns on your bet slip to the maximum payout stated in the free bet terms.

Not all free bets have capped returns, so it’s essential to read the offer terms carefully to ensure your bets are as effective and rewarding as possible.

Deposit Method

When it comes to sign-up offers and bonuses, you’ll often find restrictions on the type of deposit method required for your free bet or bonus to be valid. In most cases, only UK debit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay are accepted for qualifying deposits.

Payment wallets and alternative methods are frequently excluded from promotions due to various reasons, including KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements, chargeback risks, and additional service charges incurred by operators.

This is rarely a problem, as the vast majority of UK bettors use debit cards or Apple Pay to fund their accounts. Once your initial qualifying deposit is made, you can usually make subsequent deposits using any other payment method available on the platform.

Minimum Bet

To qualify for free bets and other new player offers, there is almost always a minimum deposit and bet amount required — usually between £5.00 and £10.00, although this can be higher depending on the promotion.

For matched free bet offers, the minimum bet typically reflects the value of the reward. Based on current promotions, this could be up to £50.00. It's important to ensure your initial bet meets or exceeds the minimum amount specified in the offer terms; otherwise, you won’t be eligible for the promotion.

You can place a higher stake than the minimum required, but your reward will still be capped according to the terms of the offer.

Playthrough

The playthrough requirement of an offer refers to the total value of bets you must place before you can withdraw your balance without forfeiting your betting bonus. A playthrough is usually set by the operator as a multiple of your bonus amount, calculated after the settlement of your initial bet.

The terms of the offer will clearly state the required playthrough multiplier. This type of requirement is more commonly associated with casino bonuses but can also appear on larger deposit-based betting promotions.

In simple terms, you may be required to wager several times the value of your bonus before you’re eligible to withdraw both the bonus and your initial deposit. The following example will help clarify how this type of promotion works.