Pferdewetten

Pferdewetten, with its long-standing reputation, is one of the leading providers of horse racing betting in Germany. The brand has been on the market since 2006 and has exclusively focused all its activities on this type of entertainment. As a result, the platform does not have a section related to other sports betting. A review of the bookmaker states that there is a parallel website offering different sports with excellent odds. It remains to be seen whether the operator of the offer has succeeded in achieving the desired results on this single support base.

Operating License

Pferdewetten’s popularity partly demonstrates one aspect of its credibility. As further evidence of this, the betting operator operates under two types of license at the same time. On the one hand, the license no. MGA/B2C/123/2005 from Malta and on the other hand, the German national license for sports betting. At present, netXBetting Ltd. is responsible for all current operations.

Mobile application

Although Pferdewetten has a native application, the bookmaker encourages its customers to use its optimized website instead. A study shows that the option performs better for mobile bettors who want to place their bets there. Once the link is inserted into the browser, the version automatically displays on any screen size, whether on a smartphone or a tablet. In addition to similar functionality to the desktop version, the device has many advantages. These include access to the retrospective calendar, as well as various real-time overviews of races around the world. There is also the possibility to manage the account using the program. It can be run by simply clicking or tapping on the touch screen.

Users’ registration

Creating an account remains the key step in joining a betting platform and Pferdewetten is always part of this. After clicking on the “Create new account” registration button and as soon as the registration form is displayed, fill in the fields with your data in the required order. These should contain your first and last name, physical address, postcode, region, website, double entry of e-mail and password. Once you have entered the encrypted code, complete the step by clicking on “Register”. As quick as it is, we advise you to strictly follow the instructions throughout the process.

Bonuses and promotions

For new registrants, Pferdewetten offers a 100% welcome bonus of up to €100, starting with an initial deposit of €10. Contrary to the usual method, the bookmaker doubles the amount of all your next deposits to allow you to reach the total amount of the bonus. Like any other bookmaker, this offer is still subject to the applicable terms and conditions. This involves five renewals of play, to be implemented within 30 days. In addition, Pferdewetten has many other promotions that revolve around important horse events. For example, a winning bet or a bet placed on races abroad will earn you a 10% reward. For more details, please refer to the ‘Bonuses’ section.

The betting market

As mentioned earlier, equestrian activities are the focus of interest for about 1,000 users on the Pferdewetten website. Two distinct categories make up the whole platform, namely gallop races and trotting races. The main aim of the game is to bet on as many horses as possible in order to get the maximum possible betting options. The predictions are multiple and offer the player the opportunity to bet on either the winner, the place or to announce the order of the favourites. In addition, special bets are an integral part of the market. This is a technique in which the participant has the opportunity to combine different races and to bet on the long term. There are several types of special bets, including, apart from the place bet, the winning bet, head to tail, Ita, Trita, Trio, sliding. Pferdewetten would like to make it clear that these are just a few of the many examples. In the event of a dimensional adjustment, an arrow icon is used to quickly identify any changes.

In the case of a live broadcast, all bets must be recorded before the races take place and for good reason: the instability of the rankings does not allow reasonable odds to be set, and subsequently risks misleading the customer. In some cases, it is possible to place a bet a few seconds before the start of the race. For the full satisfaction of subscribers, Pferdewetten has equipped its platform with numerous live streaming functions.  This opportunity is aimed at users who have bet at least €1 or topped up their account in the last 14 days. If a player misses a programme, he or she can simply view the missing event from the video archive. Mobile bettors will enjoy a more rewarding gaming experience via a mobile phone.

Payment options

Pferdewetten offers an average selection of options, but these are more than sufficient for financial transactions. The following options are available for both deposits and withdrawals:

• Visa, MasterCard, Maestro bank cards;
• Paysafecard prepaid card ;
• Skrill, Sofort e-wallets ;
• Klarna payment system ;
• Bank transfer.

The minimum deposit limit depends on the payment method chosen and can vary from €10 to €1,000. A winnings clawback requires a KYC check to verify the identity of the bettor, if he/she intends to withdraw an amount over €2,000. The bettor will be asked to provide a copy of a valid ID and proof of address. In general, the bookmaker estimates a 24 to 48 hour check procedure. The waiting time for a withdrawal request is a maximum of one working day. It is recommended to use the same payment option as for the deposit. Based on many experiences, this online betting site seems to completely dispense with transaction fees.

Customer support

Pferdewetten is able to provide its customers with a suitable response, whatever the nature of the problem. The support team, available in German and English, can be contacted daily by e-mail, telephone or live chat, but at a set time. For more details, click on the “Support” link.