New York online sports betting has been live since Jan. 8, 2022, when the New York State Gaming Commission licensed its first online operators.
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Bettors in the state can now choose from nine sportsbook apps.
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This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners.
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If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated.
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This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.
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You can bet both online or via retail locations as of Jan. 8, 2022.
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Best New York Sportsbooks and Betting Apps
Finding the best sportsbook is a personal endeavor, but we want to help you out.
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Consider things like welcome offers, the best odds, ease of use and search, and how quickly the app pays out on bets.
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There are other considerations as well, but below is a list of some of the New York Sportsbook apps.
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FanDuel Sportsbook New York
- FanDuel Sportsbook has very fast load times and overall smooth navigation.
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- FanDuel Sportsbook New York offers fast payout processing, especially when using PayPal, Venmo, or online banking.
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- Livestreaming integration allows for tracking wagers in the app as the action unfolds.
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- There is no real loyalty program for FanDuel Sportsbooks, which is a drawback compared to other apps.
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BetMGM Sportsbook New York
- Perhaps the best rewards program on the market, especially if you like to travel, as points can be redeemed for stays and perks at MGM resort properties nationwide.
- The live betting on the BetMGM Sportsbook app is robust and has more markets than a lot of competing books.
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- The lines are often better on BetMGM than you’ll find at other competitors.
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- The Edit My Bet feature allows you to modify open wagers, giving you a potential advantage on the sportsbook.
- The biggest drawback of using the app is that it can be bulky and slow to load.
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FanCash is lauded as one of the better rewards programs, as you can redeem it for things sold on Fanatics.com.
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- The UI and UX are potentially the best on the market and provide users with a sleek, modern design.
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- Most sports bettors have a favorite team, and Fanatics plays into that with the ability to customize their home screen with their favorite New York teams and betting preferences.
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- Customer support is consistently cited as a drawback of the app, as they can be difficult to reach to resolve issues.
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- The incorporation of the media aspect — linking stories and stats to theScore Bet is one difference between this and other competitors.
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- The bet slip is very streamlined, which makes it easy to use and keeps things uncomplicated.
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- PENN Play Rewards are given with every wager, and those can be used for bonus bets or at PENN casinos.
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- The interface is a bit behind in terms of UI and UX for theScore Bet compared to other sports betting apps.
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New York sports betting apps welcome new players with several signup promotions, primarily bonus bets, bet-and-get promos, and deposit matches.
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With a bet-and-get deal, depositing and placing a small initial wager unlocks a set amount of bonus credits (such as bet $5 and get $50).
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Deposit matches match a percentage—or the full total—of your first deposit with promo funds.
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While these bonus credits function like cash for placing bets inside the app, they cannot be directly withdrawn and will expire if not used within a specified timeframe.
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Note: This step may be completed during the sign-up process.
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(You must be within the state limits to wager, and note that being by the border of a state could fail the geolocation check).
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New York Sports Betting Laws and Timeline
After the US Supreme Court lifted the federal ban on sports betting, New York opened the first retail locations in July 2019.
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Mobile sports betting was legalized in April 2021 with Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Breeding Law 1367-a.
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The first mobile app went live on Jan. 8th 2022 and is overseen by the New York State Gaming Commission.
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Teams and Markets to Bet On in New York
New York is among the most diverse states in the country for professional sports teams.
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In the NBA, the New York Knicks have captured the hearts of many with a recent championship.
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The NFL has two teams with New York in the name, the Jets and Giants (though both technically play in New Jersey).
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The Bronx Bombers, otherwise known as the Yankees, are among the most storied franchises in all sports history.
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The Mets are also a baseball team that plays in New York.
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Hockey can’t be forgotten for having two teams, either, with the Rangers and Islanders both representing the major market.
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College Sports Betting Rules in New York
You can bet legally on college sports in New York.
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