Could PlayUp be the best sportsbook in the cosmos?
I was thinking that the last thing that the world needs is yet another sports betting site. But then I realized that PlayUp is one of those operators who will always push things forward to give you extra value for your bets. This can be seen in a range of cool features like bet builder tools and specials which essentially boost your odds for specific markets.
But it didn’t stop there as I found that PlayUp also features some pretty interesting pooled slot games. The fact that these are based on parimutuel wagering means that the PlayUp casino is now able to legally enter way more US states than a regular casino site. So let’s take a closer look at how PlayUp came to be one of the most innovative gambling sites in the solar system.
PlayUp Logbook: What happened so far
- 01. January 2019: PlayUp starts its offer.
- 10. March 2021: PlayUp launches in Colorado
- 05. October 2021: I updated my PlayUp test
Countdown to getting galaxy-sized bonuses at PlayUp
My landing on planet PlayUp proved to be a pretty fun experience. As soon as I opened the doors of my spaceship, I saw that this was an awesome online sportsbook. Not only that, but it looked like there might be an interesting casino gaming section too. I didn’t notice any kind of poker product, nor did there appear to be any horse racing bets. So I slipped on my spacesuit and went for a wander to see what kinds of wagering this planet hosted:
Cosmic sports betting options
Just like what we found in our SI Sportsbook review, PlayUp is primarily a sports betting planet. This means that you can land here and know that you’re getting bets for pretty much any sport that you can think of. Sure, PlayUp might not have Martian rules football, but it’s got bets for most other things. This means that you can be equally comfortable here with betting on major US sports like football and basketball and then switch over to bet on true sporting oddities like handball, cricket and so on.
My favorite part of all of this was when I picked up the PlayUp welcome bonus. This basically matched my opening deposit by a certain amount and then I could play with double the wagering funds. It was a great little deal, especially when you consider the fact that there are barely any wagering conditions. My one bit of advice for using this online casino bonus is to remember to check through the small print first. After all, it can be all too easy to miss some terms and conditions and accidentally lose your bonus.
But it didn’t stop there, as PlayUp has plenty more deals that’ll help you get extra from your sports bets. I love parlay betting, so I was glad to see a promotion that gave you a big prize if your football parlay won with the highest odds. Then there was another deal that gave you a profit boost for including more selections in your parlay bet – a great reward for getting even riskier with this already-risky sports bet. Just don’t forget to check out the Specials tab as this is where you’ll find some tasty enhanced odds deals for major sporting events in boxing and much more.
Into the stratosphere with the PlayUp casino
Like slots gaming? Well, you’ll love the PlayUp casino and it’s cool Slots+ service. This is packed with no shortage of weird and wonderful slot games where you can rack up some serious wins with very little effort. The only thing to remember here is that it’s a pooled wagering system where your stakes get pooled alongside lots of other people’s. As such, it’s a little different from regular online casinos in New Jersey and other US states, but no less fun.
I should note that PlayUp has even put on a great welcome bonus for its Slots+ gaming service. This will start off by giving you a pretty small freeplay bonus, but then it’ll back this up with a healthy deposit match bonus on your first deposit. There aren’t too many casino bonuses beyond this, but I thought it offered you a great introduction to this unique online gaming platform.
Lift-off: Essential features of our cosmic PlayUp test
I didn’t want to get too carried away in my review of PlayUp. While it clearly has no shortage of sports betting odds, none of this would be worth anything unless the actual PlayUp service was safe. So I was happy to see that PlayUp has all of the required regulations to operate in states like New Jersey and Colorado. The fact that PlayUp has bothered to get regulation shows that it’s a legit gambling site and that it’s not just going to run off with your cash as soon as you make your first deposit.
Registration, design and mobile apps
I found the signing up procedure fairly effortless, and I went from signing up to putting my first bet down in a couple of minutes. Beyond this, I found that the PlayUp site and apps functioned like I hoped they would. I loved the stylish black, green and white look that was a lot more appealing than some of those old-fashioned sportsbooks that I’d come across. Navigation was pretty straightforward as you just have to browse through the sports odds, and then click on the odds to have them added to your bet slip.
Payments
I found the process of making deposits pretty simple too. For this, I was able to use my PayPal account to make a secure deposit and I found that the money showed up almost instantly. The good news is that PlayUp had automatically set up my PayPal account for making withdrawals, and I got paid my winnings in just over two working days. I saw a few other payment methods on offer like Visa, MasterCard, Play+ and VIP Preferred – whatever that is!
Service
Above all, the main impression I had of PlayUp was that it was a secure, reliable and professional sportsbook. This was definitely true when it came to contacting customer support. I was having a bit of confusion about making my first deposit, so I just clicked on the live chat tab and found that I was instantly through to one of the PlayUp customer care team. Beyond this, it looked like there was a Colorado telephone number and also a FAQ section. However, I didn’t have to use customer support too often as PlayUp had clearly worked hard on making its sportsbook as intuitive and fool-proof as possible.
In orbit: Interplanetary innovation found in our PlayUp review
It’s clear that PlayUp isn’t happy just to be any old gambling site. This is a brand who is more than happy to take a risk in order to stand out from the crowd. There’s plenty of evidence of this in the PlayUp sportsbook. In particular, it was the Bet Builder tool that shows what this betting site is all about. The Bet Builder basically lets you build your own parlay bet out of bets on the same sporting event. But it doesn’t stop there as you can build this parlay out of both prematch and live bets. As such, you’ll have the flexibility to make your parlay bet as crazy as you want to with this awesome Bet Builder tool.
Then there’s the PlayUp casino gaming platform. OK so not everyone will love pooled casino gaming, but I was impressed with what PlayUp has done here. After all, not too many casino gaming platforms are going to be able to serve gaming fans in states like Alabama and North Dakota. Plus I have to say that the range of slots featured was excellent and I soon forgot that it was a parimutuel wagering platform.
Elsewhere, you’ll find that PlayUp has worked hard to ensure that its betting platform is fully up to speed in catering to 21st century tastes. This can be seen in the fact that the PlayUp app works wonderfully on all modern iOS and Android mobile devices. Plus I have to say that I loved just how fast the PlayUp live betting platform was. While other sportsbooks often groan under the weight of all the live bets, PlayUp managed to keep everything running smoothly, no matter how crazy the live betting got.
Not that PlayUp is all about just the flashy side of sports betting, as I found that it uses the latest technology to give you plenty of player protection too. This can be seen in all of the different ways that you can apply limits to things like your deposits, stakes and session time. While I didn’t have to use it, I appreciated the fact that it looked like you could self-exclude yourself if you felt like your betting was slipping out of control. Such responsible gambling tools might sound pretty dull, but I think it’s a noble move from PlayUp and it shows that this isn’t just a sportsbook that’s after your cash. So from helping you create the world’s most exciting parlay to stopping you wagering too much, it seems that PlayUp is keen to use technology to your advantage.
PlayUp review: Our planet-sized conclusion
Let’s just say that I was blown away by what PlayUp has to offer. Seriously, this is a stunning online sportsbook who has taken things up a level by pioneering a pooled slot gaming platform. All of which means that this could well be the gambling site to put in your rocket ship for that interstellar voyage across the stars.
I loved how PlayUp got all of the basics right, and then worked hard to give you a little extra. This could be seen in the fact that PlayUp offers a fully regulated gambling service in the US, and it has all of the trusted payment methods and customer support you need to feel comfortable.
But it’s when you actually start betting that things go into the great beyond. From stunning odds and bonuses to innovative bet builder tools, it’s all here. Sure the casino might be a little different to what you’re used to, but it’s no less fun. So sign up to PlayUp for your interstellar betting voyage!
PlayUp Colorado – Get a cosmic PlayUp Colorado bonus
I loved the fact that PlayUp chose Colorado for the base of its US operations. Not only is the Centennial State awesome for stargazing, it’s also got an amazing sporting heritage. So it makes perfect sense that you can come to PlayUp and get superior odds for the Nuggets, Broncos, Rapids, Avalanche and much more. What’s best is that there’s even a massive welcome bonus for new customers that’ll give you lots of extra bet credit to play with. All of which is contained in a Colorado Division of Gaming-regulated betting platform that’s perfect for even the most stressful space voyage.
PlayUp New Jersey – A truly interstellar sportsbook
Looking for online gambling in New Jersey? No surprises for guessing that PlayUp would be quick to launch its sportsbook in New Jersey. After all, this state was one of the first to legalize sports betting in the US, and so it makes perfect sense that PlayUp would open up here. As soon as you download the sportsbook app to your device, you’ll find that there’s an interstellar PlayUp New Jersey welcome bonus waiting for you. This will help you get way more back from the already cosmic betting odds at this site. Just so you know, this sportsbook is fully regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, so you won’t get sucked into any black holes here.
PlayUp in other US states
I was stunned to see that PlayUp has a slot gaming service called Slots+ that’s open in the following states: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont and Wisconsin. You’ll notice that many of these states have banned online gambling, so how has PlayUp done it? Well, it’s a pooled slot gaming service that works a little differently from regular real money casino gaming, but it’s no less fun!
