HAPPYBET Review

Is it because German people enjoy it, or because they don’t complain about it, that bookmakers’ websites look bland and monotone?

I don’t know, but here is my HappyBet review, in which I will go over absolutely everything you need to know about the bookie, from how to claim the full bonus, deposit and withdrawal methods, to important to any self-respecting bettor features such as bet builders and cashout functions.

So let’s get directly into it!

If you are looking for a bookmaker which offers the basic sports most people watch, has a good welcome bonus and has a few recurring existing customer bonuses, then HappyBet is just the fit for you.

However, some things are not the best, and in desperate need of improvements, such as the lack of English translation on some bonuses’ terms & conditions and the pretty lacklustre existing customer bonuses, which can be very situational sometimes.

In this guide, you will find every step you need to take to claim the full €100 bonus from HappyBet. I will also include things you need to look out for, such as wagering requirements and things that might void your winnings.

This bonus is only for new players!

When claiming the bonus, make sure you DO NOT:

Do-NOT list

• Do not request a withdrawal before completing the wagering requirements
• Do not play with the bonus money with odds less than 2.0
• Do not place a bet on an event that is not happening soon, as if the bonus expires before the event is settled, you don’t keep anything
• Do not try to use the cashout feature on bets placed with free bet money
• Do not deposit or withdraw money using a bank account that is not in your name
  

Now, that I’ve given you the few important things to watch out for, let’s get into the bonus claim steps:

Step 1: Register via the special bonus campaign page

Step 2: Deposit between €10 and €67 to get 150% matched as a free bet

If you deposit €10 you will get €15 more, so if you want to get the maximum amount, deposit €67 euro and you will get €100 in free bets

Step 3: Wager the total bonus amount 6 times and your own deposit 1 time before requesting a withdrawal of any funds. The minimum odds are 2.0 and you have 90 days to complete the required turnover

Step 4: Provide your ID and other verification documents to be able to withdraw your funds. Of course, for tax purposes, the bookie needs to verify you

In my opinion, the turnover requirements are fair and straightforward. There are definitely worse bonuses out there, so I like that HappyBet are trying to make it simple for their customers to claim their bonus by giving a generous amount of time to do so - 90 days.

The required odds are not rocket high, but at 2.0 they are definitely above the usual 1.3 or 1.5. Still, for such a simple offer and bonus which almost doubles your deposit (Deposit €67 get €100), the requirements are reasonable.

If you don’t like moving and want to settle on a bookie long-term, does HappyBet have what it takes to keep you happy and satisfied?

Let’s dive into the full list of HappyBet recurring bonuses for existing customers:

1. Up to €50 bonus on profits - WIN & WIN
Every week from Friday to Sunday, between 00:00 and 21:30 each day, place a multi-bet (at least 3-way combo) worth €10 or more.
If your bet wins, your profits are boosted according to how many selections you made in your bet builder. All matches/events MUST take place on the same day (either Friday, Saturday or Sunday) between 00:00 and 21:30 and have odds of at least 1.3.

Here is a table showing the extra boosts:

Please note that only 1 of your events will get the boosted profits. These bonus winnings must be wagered 3 times with odds of 2.0 or more, within 90 days.

While I do not believe this is the greatest bonus out there, it still is a bonus. You get some extra money to play with at the end of the day, so that is always fun!

2. Partial refund of your bet if it loses - Verloren? Gewonnen! (Lost? Won!)
If you place a multi-bet with at least 3 selections, worth €10+ with odds 1.3 or more, your highest stake that loses gets refunded partially up to €50.

Here is a table that more clearly shows the bonuses:

The bonus will be paid out 7 days after the bet has settled and just like before, you will have 90 days to clear the wagering requirements - 3 times with odds of 2.0 or more.

3. World Cup Special + Normal ACCA/Bet Builder bonus
Between November 20th and December 18th if you place an accumulator bet with at least 4 bets, you get an extra bonus ADDED to the regular bonus. The minimum odds per game are 1.2.

Here is a table to make it visually digestible:

4. Many more!
HappyBet offers event-specific bonuses and odds boosters all the time, so don’t waste time and check out what they have to offer right now.

Most international bookmakers try and make sure their websites are in top shape, especially during the World Cup.

HappyBet has the basic punters’ needs covered, but nothing more. It’s like being served Wursts… just no mustard, mashed potatoes or beer for you sir/madam.

Established in 2011, HappyBet obtained a German licence in 2021. The bookie is owned by Trinity Bet Operations and is registered in Malta with registration number C 67122.

When it comes to security, just like anything German-related, it is secure - from the website to the payment processing, you can rely on the punctuality of the bookmaker in all aspects of betting.

The mobile website loads quickly and is optimised for performance, but the colour scheme makes it look like an old-school lottery ticket. If you’re into that and the nostalgia gets to you, it’s a match made in heaven!

Although there are no specific numbers available on HappyBet’s site, the options to bet on seem extensive. From the number of goals to assists, last to score and more, HappyBet seems to have the markets covered well with at least 200 options per game, perhaps even more!

Specific markets only available on HappyBet vs Tipico:

I like that HappyBet allows bettors to wager on outcomes such as - who is going to score a goal, who is going to assist, and when these will take place. Tipico doesn’t have that wide of a variety of these options, so if you have a very specific thing in mind, HappyBet is definitely the way to go!

Using a 3-way market, I calculated the profit margin and payouts for HappyBet and compared it to other top market competitors. Here is a table of bookmakers’ average payouts for the Premier League in 2023:

HappyBet offers 94.09% payout on average, which is really good and stacks up well to the competition!

Here is a list of all 17 sports available on HappyBet:

• Football
• Tennis
• Basketball
• Ice Hockey
• Handball
• Volleyball
• American Football
• Aussie Rules
• Baseball
• Cricket
• Darts
• Golf
• Motorbikes
• Motor sports
• Cycling
• Rugby
• Snooker

HappyBet offers a decent number of sports, some niche, but there is definitely more I would like to see added, such as virtual sports, MMA and perhaps some political outcomes.

Curling, Futsal and Waterpolo also make the occasional appearance on this sports list, but it depends on whether they are in season or not.

Esports on HappyBet?

HappyBet does not currently offer esports betting due to regulations.

The HappyBet website, its mobile version and the app provide an average user experience and sometimes it feels like some aspects were not well thought out.

For example, it takes some digging to find World Cup matches, instead of being able to see them directly as you load the front page.

Additionally, the usual indicators of how much time is left in a live match, the flags of the countries playing or the number of markets available are not clear and easy to see.

Live matches do not offer any pleasing or satisfying way to follow the match instead, there is a bar which shows ball possessions for the most part with the occasional football icon, like a timestamp when someone scores.

As I mentioned before, you can see the flow of the World Cup matches, albeit quite in an uneventful way, but you can certainly bet on outcomes while a match is running!

Some other matches are offered as a live stream, but you need to log in to access them. Nonetheless, you can watch La Liga, Ligue 1l, Serie B, First Division Belgio, FIBA and many others live and get the full experience.

Here is what live betting looks like on HappyBet for the World Cup:

In comparison, here is what the same game looks like on Tipico:

Currently, Happybet only offers decimal odds, so sadly if you come from the UK and settled in Germany, you might have to adjust to the dots in 1.3 or 2.0 and leave behind the 13/10s.

HappyBet offers 24/7 live chat support and email.

Customer support is available in 4 languages, just like the website. You can chat or email with HappyBet support in English, German, French and Turkish.

To contact live chat support you must be logged into your account.

In my experience, customer support is nice and friendly, but a bit hard to reach. However, once you are put in touch with them, they try to be as helpful as possible to resolve issues with withdrawals or bonuses.

It might be a smart idea to contact support before you start betting, in case you haven’t received your deposit immediately. This way you can get help, they can solve the issue, and you can save yourself from some headaches.

HappyBet do not provide all payment methods with a lot of details, such as withdrawal times or fees, so here is a table with the industry average to help give you an idea of what to expect:

It is important to note that HappyBet has restricted winning payouts to €50,000 per bet per day. If you win more than that, it will be forfeited.

No, HappyBet does not offer casino games, because very few providers have acquired a German licence that allows them to offer casino games.

If you are looking for a German betting site that offers casino games, check out our review of Tipico, which has a great selection of casino games.

None. HappyBet has no licence to offer casino games or casino bonuses in Germany.

HappyBet is a good platform to use when betting on big events and on major sports or leagues. If you are a beginner you might find it a little confusing at first, due to the lack of any pointers or visuals and you will have to navigate through a bunch of drop-down menus to find what you are looking for.

The website navigation, as I discussed already, could be improved and customer support should be more readily available.

I would love to see HappyBet obtain a casino licence as well, so they can offer more products on their site.

Overall, it’s a good bookmaker, given the restrictions in Germany. If you just want to casually bet on sports, HappyBet will do its job just fine!

Having no tax on your winnings is also a great plus if you ask me! If you want to claim the bonus and use it short-term, you can do that too.

Stars: 8/10 ⭐️