Below, we have collected the top 10 bookmakers in the UK that accept Apple Pay. We have also included the minimum deposit for each of these betting sites, as well as if the welcome offer can be claimed using Apple Pay.
Apple Pay is a mobile payment solution which gives you the opportunity to add debit, credit, or prepaid cards to your phone for handy payments. These can be made both in-store - using the contactless system - or online. It works in the same way as Google Pay does for Android devices, saving you the trouble of having the physical card ready. Apple has published a full guide on the matter, which could be worth a read.
Apple launched Apple Pay back in 2014 and throughout the years, it has expanded into several other countries. It first became available in the UK in 2015 and in recent years, more and more betting sites have added it to the list of payment methods. Given that a lot of punters tend to bet on mobile apps these days, it makes sense to also have a quick and convenient payment method.
As is the case with every single payment method, there are some pros and cons that you might want to consider before jumping into the world of Apple Pay. It does sound like a very good payment solution, in fairness, but it would all depend on what you prioritise. Below, we have collected three pros and cons of using Apple Pay on betting sites.
Speed and convenience: It goes without saying that the main advantage of using Apple Pay is the convenience. Especially for sports punters, as you sometimes need to make a fast deposit when placing in-play bets. Apple Pay is just one click away and therefore, it is the perfect method for some punters.
Safe to use: Apple Pay is considered very safe to use and one could perhaps argue that it is safer than just using a debit card. Plus it saves you the trouble of having to enter your card information every single time.
Low minimum deposits: As you can see in our list of the top 5 Apple Pay bookies above, a lot of these accept deposits as low as £5. Those who would like to use Apple Pay will not have to worry about high limits, in other words.
Not all bookies support it: As is the case for all payment methods that are not debit cards, there is a risk that the betting site you like does not support the method. Apple Pay has grown in popularity recently and an increasing number of betting sites now support it, but the list is still a bit limited.
Welcome offer ineligibility: Betting sites tend to exclude a lot of payment methods for their sports welcome offers and unfortunately, Apple Pay often does not make the cut. Apple Pay is eligible for some welcome offers in the UK, though, as you can see in our top 5 list at the top.
Slow withdrawal times: Punters who use Apple Pay on betting sites can rely on instant deposits, but this is not exactly the case for withdrawals. As Apple Pay is simply a platform for your debit card, the withdrawal times will be as they usually are for the latter (1-3 business days).
If you are new to Apple Pay, or perhaps just new to using it on betting sites, you can follow our step-by-step guide on how to deposit and withdraw with Apple Pay below:
The first step, as you could have guessed, is to pick a bookmaker that supports Apple Pay. With our list at the top of this page, you can easily find these. Simply browse this list to pick out the betting site you like. We would advise you to pick one of the five we have highlighted.
Once it is time to make a deposit or a withdrawal, you need to head over to the cashier section of the site. Buttons labelled 'Deposit' and 'Withdrawal' can usually be found in the account section, and these are the ones to tap on.
When you have reached the deposit/withdrawal page, you need to pick Apple Pay from the list of payment methods.
After picking Apple Pay as your method, you need to enter the amount you would like to deposit/withdraw. If the former, you will be redirected to Apple Pay where you will need to accept the transaction.
If you have made a deposit, you should now be redirected back to the betting site, where you will be able to see the deposited funds in your account. If a withdrawal, you simply need to wait for the funds to arrive in your bank account.
Apple Pay is not the fastest method for withdrawals. Since the platform essentially is a middleman for your debit card, you can expect withdrawals to take as long as they would with debit cards on the betting site in question. Usually, the withdrawal time is 1-3 business days for debit cards, which is not exactly ideal.
In other words, Apple Pay is a great payment method when it comes to deposits but the same cannot be said for withdrawals. Some punters do prioritise fast deposits rather than fast withdrawals, though, and this would make the method a lot more attractive. Furthermore, you have a better chance of being able to claim a welcome offer with Apple Pay than with an e-wallet.
Isak is an experienced content writer with a background in sports journalism. Having focused mainly on football in the past, he certainly knows a thing or two about the betting industry. At BettingLounge, Isak makes sure that all of the content is up to date, specialising in reviews of UK betting sites.