bet365 vs theScore Bet; North Carolina
A head-to-head comparison of bet365 Sportsbook and theScore Bet for North Carolina bettors. We compare welcome bonuses, app quality, market depth, payment options, and withdrawal speed; and call a winner in each category.
bet365 Sportsbook
theScore Bet
bet365 vs theScore Bet; At a Glance
| bet365 | theScore Bet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Welcome Bonus | Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets | Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets |
| Bonus Condition | If first bet wins · NC-tailored offer (five $30 bonus bets across NBA Finals/MLB) · valid through June 30, 2026 | If first bet wins · rebranded from ESPN BET Dec 2025 · PENN Play loyalty · valid through July 31, 2026 |
| Promo Code | NCBET365 | No code required |
| Min Deposit | $10 | $10 |
| Withdrawal | 24-48 hours | 24-72 hours |
| App Rating | 4.7 ★ | 4.4 ★ |
| Same-Game Parlays | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash Out | ✓ | ✓ |
| NC Partner | Carolina Panthers (advertising partnership) | PENN Entertainment / Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians |
| Launched in NC | March 11, 2024 | March 11, 2024 (as ESPN BET, rebranded December 2025) |
| Best For | International Markets | News + Betting Integration |
Category-by-Category Winner
bet365 scores 4.7/5 vs. theScore Bet at 4.5/5.
bet365 app rates 4.7/5 vs. theScore Bet at 4.4/5 on the App Store.
Both operators require a $10 minimum deposit.
Both process withdrawals in roughly 24-48 hours.
theScore Bet offers Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets — larger headline value than bet365's Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets. Read the bonus conditions before claiming.
Welcome Bonus Comparison
bet365: Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets
bet365's NC welcome offer is one of the most user-friendly: place a $10+ first bet on any market, and you receive $365 in bonus bets regardless of whether your first wager wins or loses. Use promo code NCBET365 during registration. Bonus bets are issued in 36 $10 tokens plus a $5 token, with each token usable for 30 days. The "guaranteed" structure makes bet365 particularly attractive to risk-averse first-time bettors.
theScore Bet: Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets
theScore Bet NC offers $250 in bonus bets after a $10+ first wager; issued regardless of whether the first bet wins or loses. Bonus bets come as ten $25 tokens with a 7-day expiration. The platform also runs My Score Cashback weekly: bettors who finish a calendar week with net losses receive 5-15% back as bonus bets, with higher tiers for higher-volume bettors.
App & User Experience
bet365 App (4.7/5)
The bet365 NC app holds a 4.7 App Store rating. The interface uses bet365's signature green and yellow branding. Live streaming is the standout; hundreds of events daily including soccer leagues most U.S. books don't carry. Early Cash Out, Edit Bet (modify open wagers), and Bet Builder are all integrated cleanly.
theScore Bet App (4.4/5)
The theScore Bet NC app holds a 4.4 App Store rating. The standout feature is integration with theScore's mainstream news app; news alerts about player injuries, lineup changes, and weather can deep-link directly to relevant betting markets. The rebranding from ESPN BET in December 2025 changed the visual identity but preserved all account balances and history.
Market Depth & Live Betting
bet365
bet365 offers more sports than any other NC operator: 40+ including soccer (every major league worldwide), tennis (ATP, WTA, ITF), cricket (IPL, Test cricket, T20), rugby (Six Nations, Premiership), darts, snooker, MMA, boxing, plus all U.S. major sports. Player props are extensive on NFL, NBA, and soccer.
Live betting:Excellent; Early Cash Out on most live markets
theScore Bet
theScore Bet covers all major NC sports with particular strength in ACC college basketball; a natural focus given PENN Entertainment's broader NCAA marketing. Player props are solid on NFL and NBA. Live betting menu is thinner than DraftKings but covers all major events.
Live betting:Good; solid coverage but trails leaders
Payment Methods & Withdrawal Speed
bet365
bet365 supports online banking, PayPal, debit cards, Play+, Apple Pay, and wire transfers. Minimum deposit is $10. PayPal withdrawals arrive in 24-48 hours. The platform supports the widest range of currencies globally, but in NC all transactions are USD only.
theScore Bet
theScore Bet supports online banking, PayPal, debit cards, Play+, and wire transfers. Minimum deposit is $10. Withdrawals via PayPal arrive in 24-48 hours. ACH takes 3-5 business days. No retail counterpart in NC since PENN does not operate retail sports betting locally.
Rewards Programs
bet365:No formal program, but daily price boosts and parlay insurance
theScore Bet:My Score Cashback (weekly rebate on net losses)
Final Verdict
Across the 5 categories we evaluated, bet365 wins 2-1 against theScore Bet. But "winner" is contextual; bet365 is the better pick for bettors who value international markets, while theScore Bet suits users who prioritize news + betting integration. NC bettors are not limited to one operator: registering at both is a common line-shopping strategy.
bet365 is the best NC sportsbook for soccer, tennis, cricket, and international sports bettors. The guaranteed $365 bonus makes it a strong second sportsbook to pair with FanDuel or DraftKings. Live betting and Early Cash Out are best-in-class.
theScore Bet is a solid second or third sportsbook for NC bettors who already use theScore news app. ACC fans and college basketball bettors will appreciate the deep coverage. Casual users are likely better served by FanDuel or DraftKings as a primary book.
bet365 vs theScore Bet FAQ
Is bet365 or theScore Bet better in North Carolina?
bet365 wins 2 of 5 categories we compared (overall rating, mobile app, min deposit, withdrawal speed, welcome bonus). However, the "right" pick depends on what you prioritize; bet365 is best for international markets, while theScore Bet is best for news + betting integration. Many NC bettors register at both to line-shop.
Can I have accounts at both bet365 and theScore Bet?
Yes. NC bettors can register accounts at all 7 licensed sportsbooks. Many serious bettors hold 2-4 accounts and line-shop; comparing odds before each wager to capture the best available price.
What is the welcome bonus at bet365 vs theScore Bet?
bet365 offers Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets (If first bet wins · NC-tailored offer (five $30 bonus bets across NBA Finals/MLB) · valid through June 30, 2026). theScore Bet offers Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets (If first bet wins · rebranded from ESPN BET Dec 2025 · PENN Play loyalty · valid through July 31, 2026). Both bonuses are for new NC users 21+ and require minimum first deposits of $10 and $10 respectively.
Which has the better app, bet365 or theScore Bet?
bet365 app rates 4.7/5; theScore Bet rates 4.4/5. bet365 The bet365 NC app holds a 4. theScore Bet The theScore Bet NC app holds a 4.
Are bet365 and theScore Bet legal in NC?
Yes. Both bet365 Sportsbook and theScore Bet are licensed by the North Carolina State Lottery Commission. Both launched in NC on March 11, 2024 (day one of legal online NC sports betting).