Ladbrokes Review
4.50/5 
Ladbrokes Review
Ladbrokes are one of Britain’s biggest betting operations and their Australian side of things deliver that same integrity of quality, which the bookmaker’s experience brings to the table. They have over 125 years worth of experience. They are able to deliver an innovative betting platform to their customers. They are one of the most trusted brands in the world, and globally recognised.
Other Product Offers
Ladbrokes do promotions, in fact Ladbrokes do promotions very, very well. Just landing on their homepage and you will be immediately tempted to take some of their great offers. They do offer a lot of Money Back Specials, such as lost stake refunds on second place finishes, or if your top batsman selection in a cricket match gets out for a duck then you could get coverage, for example. These turn over quickly and are event specific, so always check out the Ladbrokes promotions page as well as the main offerings in the splash screen of the home page.
Website Design, Navigation and Bet Management
Ladbrokes have invested a lot in upgrading their technology over the last couple of years and it has all paid off tremendously. They are a very forward thinking company and the way that the website handles, this becomes very clear the more you look around. The red, black and white theme is very easy on the eye and helps with navigation, and everything is simply cleanly laid out with no congestion anywhere. While there are lot of links to jump through from the home page, most of the driving is done from the left hand menu. The handling of the bet slip is one of the best available at online bookmakers, everything you need from potential profits to multiples configuration. The basic upshot is that it is very quick and easy to find a market to bet on, to add your selections and strike your bet. Fantastically, clean, efficient service.
Horse Racing
Having been borne out of the popularity of horse racing in the UK, you would expect Ladbrokes to deliver with high quality in the world of horse racing and they certainly do not disappoint. The Sport of Kings gets its own section on the website and you will be greeted with any current promotions so that you don’t miss out. Then it is simply look through the race cards that come in from all across the world, and make your selections. The wealth of stats, form and results are second to none and with great little touches like Favourite & Field and the quick tabs to build your Quinnellas, First 4, Exacta and other excoitcs, it makes the already great package even better.
General Sportsbook
The sportsbook at Ladbrokes is simply extensive. They are able to draw on their worldwide coverage to offer a complete package of sportsbook options to their customers. It really doesn’t matter what sport you are looking for, you are going to find phenomenal coverage of it, from the big North American markets, through the European soccer scene and the home based NRL, AFL and cricket markets. It’s all there and clicking on a market will raise a wealth of sub markets to enjoy. Even minor events from obscure leagues from around the world really get good treatment and this just sums up the value that can be found at the bookmaker. Even the menu for the sportsbook has clear indications of the number of current events which are happening within. They offer over 9,000 markets per week.
Main Features
The main feature, which is a big credit to the website, is the simple operation of the sportsbook. It is that good and offers a tremendous betting experience. You are not going to find gimmicks to try and keep you around the site, and again, that is a strength because it is all about the sports and horse racing betting. The accentuated touches within the markets, such as the Best Tote or SP on racing, or quick multis on general sports, just push the boundaries even further.
Account Management
Secure management of your account is pretty much a given with the bookmaker as they are no fly by night operation. You can easily do everything that you need to do, from viewing account statements, to setting your betting limits. Payment methods are plenty from the usual credit card inputs of Visa and Mastercard through online payment systems like Moneybookers and Neteller (and customers can get instant withdrawal and deposit with the Neteller+ card).
Help
The help section is pretty extensive as well at Ladbrokes, where you can quickly glance through their frequently asked questions. The help section is broken down conveniently into different areas to help speed this up. There is a great guide to how to use and claim your free bets and bonuses with them.
Customer Support
If you need to contact Ladbrokes then the quickest way to do so is to send an email through to their support department. The form is on their help page to do this and you can pick which department to send your enquiry to. You can off course also get them on the phone seven days a week.
Summary
Ladbrokes have a very long history in bookmaking and they have used that to the benefit of the customer, who can enjoy some great betting options with them. You aren’t going to find the flashiest, most engaging site, but it simply hits the nail on the head for straightforward, pragmatic betting. It’s an absolute hit.
Ladbrokes Review
Ladbrokes are one of Britain’s biggest betting operations and their Australian side of things deliver that same integrity of quality, which the bookmaker’s experience brings to the table. They have over 125 years worth of experience. They are able to deliver an innovative betting platform to their customers. They are one of the most trusted brands in the world, and globally recognised.
Other Product Offers
Ladbrokes do promotions, in fact Ladbrokes do promotions very, very well. Just landing on their homepage and you will be immediately tempted to take some of their great offers. They do offer a lot of Money Back Specials, such as lost stake refunds on second place finishes, or if your top batsman selection in a cricket match gets out for a duck then you could get coverage, for example. These turn over quickly and are event specific, so always check out the Ladbrokes promotions page as well as the main offerings in the splash screen of the home page.
Website Design, Navigation and Bet Management
Ladbrokes have invested a lot in upgrading their technology over the last couple of years and it has all paid off tremendously. They are a very forward thinking company and the way that the website handles, this becomes very clear the more you look around. The red, black and white theme is very easy on the eye and helps with navigation, and everything is simply cleanly laid out with no congestion anywhere. While there are lot of links to jump through from the home page, most of the driving is done from the left hand menu. The handling of the bet slip is one of the best available at online bookmakers, everything you need from potential profits to multiples configuration. The basic upshot is that it is very quick and easy to find a market to bet on, to add your selections and strike your bet. Fantastically, clean, efficient service.
Horse Racing
Having been borne out of the popularity of horse racing in the UK, you would expect Ladbrokes to deliver with high quality in the world of horse racing and they certainly do not disappoint. The Sport of Kings gets its own section on the website and you will be greeted with any current promotions so that you don’t miss out. Then it is simply look through the race cards that come in from all across the world, and make your selections. The wealth of stats, form and results are second to none and with great little touches like Favourite & Field and the quick tabs to build your Quinnellas, First 4, Exacta and other excoitcs, it makes the already great package even better.
General Sportsbook
The sportsbook at Ladbrokes is simply extensive. They are able to draw on their worldwide coverage to offer a complete package of sportsbook options to their customers. It really doesn’t matter what sport you are looking for, you are going to find phenomenal coverage of it, from the big North American markets, through the European soccer scene and the home based NRL, AFL and cricket markets. It’s all there and clicking on a market will raise a wealth of sub markets to enjoy. Even minor events from obscure leagues from around the world really get good treatment and this just sums up the value that can be found at the bookmaker. Even the menu for the sportsbook has clear indications of the number of current events which are happening within. They offer over 9,000 markets per week.
Main Features
The main feature, which is a big credit to the website, is the simple operation of the sportsbook. It is that good and offers a tremendous betting experience. You are not going to find gimmicks to try and keep you around the site, and again, that is a strength because it is all about the sports and horse racing betting. The accentuated touches within the markets, such as the Best Tote or SP on racing, or quick multis on general sports, just push the boundaries even further.
Account Management
Secure management of your account is pretty much a given with the bookmaker as they are no fly by night operation. You can easily do everything that you need to do, from viewing account statements, to setting your betting limits. Payment methods are plenty from the usual credit card inputs of Visa and Mastercard through online payment systems like Moneybookers and Neteller (and customers can get instant withdrawal and deposit with the Neteller+ card).
Help
The help section is pretty extensive as well at Ladbrokes, where you can quickly glance through their frequently asked questions. The help section is broken down conveniently into different areas to help speed this up. There is a great guide to how to use and claim your free bets and bonuses with them.
Customer Support
If you need to contact Ladbrokes then the quickest way to do so is to send an email through to their support department. The form is on their help page to do this and you can pick which department to send your enquiry to. You can off course also get them on the phone seven days a week.
Summary
Ladbrokes have a very long history in bookmaking and they have used that to the benefit of the customer, who can enjoy some great betting options with them. You aren’t going to find the flashiest, most engaging site, but it simply hits the nail on the head for straightforward, pragmatic betting. It’s an absolute hit.