OdiBets Mobile App, Best Sports Betting in Kenya? | Full Review

Launched in 2018, OdiBets is one of Kenya’s leading sports betting platforms. With odibets.com, punters can place their bets via browser, SMS, and the highly-praised Mobile App. 

Word is on the street that the OdiBets mobile app is one of the best sporting apps in Kenya. Could this be because of its interface? Bonuses? What exactly makes it thick?

In this full review, we shall explore the pros of OdiBets mobile App to understand why it is so highly praised in Kenya.

We shall also briefly look at its cons, then leave you to decide whether or not odibets.com has the best Sporting App in Kenya. 

Is OdiBets the Best Sporting App in Kenya? 

It’s hard to conclude whether odibets.com has the best sporting App in Kenya. This is because there are many great betting apps in Kenya. 

But everyone can attest to the fact that odibets.com is a mobile-first betting site, excellent in its game. 

In fact, punters in Kenya fondly refer to the platform as #ExtraODInary.

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What Makes OdiBets Mobile App Thick?

To reach a conclusion, we must first draw a premise – what exactly are the high points of OdiBets mobile app? What makes it thick? 

Let’s explore some of the key advantages of this sporting app in Kenya.

1. Ease of Use 

OdiBets mobile app is extremely user-friendly.  

It takes up very little phone storage, yet offers a lot without complexities.

2. Ease of Creating an Account

Creating an account on the OdiBets mobile app takes an average of 30 seconds from start to finish.

Creating an account is also free; no deposit is required. 

Since OdiBets is accessible only by punters within Kenya, you need an active Kenyan mobile number to open an OdiBets account successfully. 

Once you have your mobile number ready and activated, follow the steps below to open an OdiBets account: 

  • Download the app on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store 
  • Enter your mobile number
  • Create a strong password
  • You will receive a text message with a PIN, use the PIN to activate your account. 

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3. No Minimum Deposit is Required 

There is no minimum amount required to be made into your OdiBets account. However, there is a service charge on each deposit and withdrawal you make.

Further into this article, we will explore how to deposit or withdraw funds on your OdiBets account. 

4. Welcome Offer on Mobile App Download

When you download the Mobile App of odibets.com, you will receive an instant welcome offer worth KSH 30. 

You do not need to make any deposit to redeem this bet bonus. This makes it easy for customers to have a free trial. 

Follow these steps to claim your welcome bonus on odibets.com: 

  • Select the result from the day’s free bet game
  • Enter your phone number 
  • Enter your account password 
  • Submit your free bet

To access this bonus, note that you must activate your OdiBets account. 

You will lose your free bet if your account remains unverified after 7 days of creating the account.

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OdiBets Mobile App Usage

The mobile app of odibets.com is generally quite easy to navigate. 

The more you use it, the more you get to understand how it works. 

There are only a few complex aspects of the app which we shall explain in this section: 

How to Deposit Money on OdiBets 

Deposits on OdiBets must be made through Safaricoms mobile money.

This can be done in two ways. 

The first and fastest method is to visit odibets.com. There, click “deposit” and enter the amount you want to deposit into your account.  

The second method is through the direct M-PESA menu. Follow the steps below: 

  1. Open the M-PESA Menu on your phone
  2. Click on “Lipa na M-PESA”
  3. Click on “Pay Bill”
  4. Input the business number: 290680
  5. Input the amount you want to pay (do not add commas) 
  6. Input your M-PESA PIN 
  7. Click “Send”
  8. Wait for an SMS confirming the transaction.

Note that all deposits to your odibets.com account must be made in Kenyan Shillings. 

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How to Withdraw Funds From Your OdiBets Account

There are also two alternative ways to withdraw from your OdiBets account. 

The first option is to send “W#Amount” to 29680, e.g W#KSH5000.

Ensure you use the phone number linked to your OdiBets account to send the text.  

Follow the steps below to use the second method:

  1. Open odibets.com 
  2. Click on “withdrawal” from the main menu
  3. Enter the amount you wish to withdraw
  4. Click “request withdrawal.” 

Whatever method you choose to employ, your withdrawal will be processed instantly.

The funds are usually sent directly to your M-PESA account.

You can only withdraw a minimum of KSHS 100 and a maximum of 20,000 KSHS. 

Like deposits, withdrawals from your OdiBets account must be made in Kenyan Shillings.

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Disadvantages of OdiBets Sporting App in Kenya

All things that have an advantage surely come with disadvantages as well.

In the case of OdiBets Sporting App, those disadvantages are not much, some include: 

  • A limited amount on withdrawals
  • A limited payment platform 
  • Limited to Kenyan natives/residents 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does OdiBets Mobile App in Kenya Charge for Deposits and Withdrawals? 

Yes, a service charge is deducted on each deposit or withdrawal you make from your OdiBets account. The amount deducted is largely dependent on your mobile service provider in Kenya.

What are Some Betting Sites with Free Bets in Kenya? 

Some betting sites with free bets in Kenya include 1xBet, Mozzart, BetAfriq, Bet365, Dafabet, 10Bet, And more.

Which Betting App Gives a Welcome Bonus in Kenya?

Some apps in Kenya that provide a bonus on registration include odibets.com, Bet365, BetAfriq, 22Bet, ChezaCash, etc. 

Conclusion: The Best Sporting App in Kenya? 

Now that we’ve laid all the premises before you, the ball is in your court. 

From what you’ve read and your experience in using the mobile app of odibets.com, you will be able to tell whether you think it’s truly the best sporting app in Kenya or not.

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