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Zarbet Review

Editorial review English EN edition South Africa rating 0 Updated 9 Nov 2026
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Global rank #77 up 26 positions in 3 months
Daily visits 150,000 Estimated visits per day
Largest market South Africa 140,000 daily · 93.2% share
South Africa rating — Recorded country profile rating

Zarbet Overview

Zarbet is a South African betting platform operated by Apollo Gaming (Pty) Ltd and licensed by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board. It combines a sportsbook with a large casino catalogue, and it targets players who want one account for sports and gaming. Football, rugby, cricket and basketball carry the strongest local relevance.

Zarbet Betting Experience

The sportsbook covers 29 sports and includes fixed-odds, live betting, esports and virtual sports. Early Payouts, Boosted Odds, Cash Out and Multiple of the Day suggestions are integrated into the betting flow. Live streaming is available for selected events. The sportsbook is broad enough for casual players, although it sits behind the casino in promotional emphasis.

Casino & Gaming Sections

Much of the platform identity comes from casino content, with slots, table games, crash games and live dealer tables from providers such as Pragmatic Play, Evolution and Genii. Casino sections receive equal or greater visibility than sports betting. The result is an entertainment-led platform rather than a pure sportsbook, and navigation reflects that mix.

Positioning Within the South African Market

Zarbet appeals to South African players who want a broad online betting hub with mobile access and high payout ceilings. Android and iOS apps support betting, and maximum sportsbook payouts reach R10,000,000 depending on the market. The trade-off is a crowded interface, a secondary sportsbook identity and no cryptocurrency support.

Traffic and ranking statistics

Source-recorded monthly data

Global rank over time

26 over 3 months

A lower number is a stronger global rank. Hover or focus a point for its recorded value.

#75 #118
Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov

Daily visits per country

Country Daily visits Share Rank
South Africa 140,000 #7

Traffic and rank figures are reproduced from the published source record. They are estimates, not operator-reported audits.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Western Cape licence for the South African market
  • Maximum sportsbook payouts up to R10,000,000
  • Android and iOS apps for mobile betting
  • Live betting, Cash Out and Boosted Odds
  • Coverage of football, rugby and cricket

Cons

  • Casino content dominates the platform identity
  • Interface appears crowded with gaming sections
  • No cryptocurrency payment support at all
  • Limited payment list compared with local rivals

Ratings breakdown

6 categories
  • Overall rating
    Not rated
  • Verification & KYC process
    Not rated
  • Withdrawal
    Not rated
  • Safety and fairness
    Not rated
  • Betting limits
    Not rated
  • Customer support
    Not rated

Licences and availability

1 accepted country

Licences

Legal countries 1

South Africa

Accepted countries 1

Show all 1 countries
South Africa

Payments and currencies

5 options

Deposit and withdrawal methods 4

Apple Pay Google Pay MasterCard Visa

Currencies 1

South African Rand

Sports coverage

29 sports
Show all 29 sports
American football Aussie rules Badminton Baseball Basketball Boxing Chess Cricket Cycling Darts Entertainment Esports Football Formula 1 Futsal Golf Handball Ice hockey Martial arts Motorsports Politics Rugby Snooker Surfing Table tennis Tennis Volleyball Winter sports Wrestling

Frequently asked questions

5 answers
Is Zarbet safe and legal to use?
Zarbet holds a licence from the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board and is regulated for the South African market. Players should confirm that provincial rules and age limits apply to their account.
What payment methods does Zarbet accept?
Zarbet accepts Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay and Google Pay. The list is shorter than at some South African rivals and centres on card and wallet payments, with no crypto option.
How long do Zarbet withdrawals take?
Zarbet withdrawals are usually processed within 24 to 48 hours for verified accounts. Bank processing speeds can vary by method and provider, and verification must be complete before payout.
What are Zarbet's betting limits?
Zarbet accepts bets from R1 and caps maximum payout at R10,000,000 per sports bet. Limits depend on the market and bet type, and the daily cap applies per player.
What responsible gambling tools does Zarbet provide?
Zarbet provides self-exclusion, responsible gambling guidance and access to the National Responsible Gambling Programme. Account controls are managed through the operator.

User comments

5 published
Muratgamer TR
3/5

Futbol oranları fena değil, basketbol vasat.

owen1035 IN
2/5

Emailed about a stuck payout, got a template answer after two days, nothing since.

Anonymous GB
1/5

Requested £30 last Tuesday. Still processing, no updates.

anderson01 BR
5/5

Saque de R$80 no Visa em dois dias, como prometido.

Anonymous ZA
4/5

Deposit with Visa went through instantly, no fees.

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