Betcris

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Best of Betcris

• Risk-free first bet up to $200
• Good live section
• Chat and helpline
• SEGOB license

Brian Dekker Gambling expert

Updated: 09/08/2021

"The official sponsor of the Tricolor offers Philippines a risk-free first bet of up to $200, as well as a wide variety of sports and events to bet on prematch or live."

The history of Betcris began in Costa Rica more than 30 years ago. In fact, the "CRIS" refers to Costa Rica International Sports, although it also has a license from Malta. Little by little it consolidated itself as a successful operator in Central America and the Caribbean, making the leap to South America and even Africa, creating the first bookmaker in Rwanda in 2007. Throughout its history it has been the focus of controversy, He offered bets on whether or not a hurricane would impact the Philippines or the year in which Fidel Castro would die.

In the case of Canada, where Betcris has offices, the company received authorization from SEGOB to operate in the country in August 2018. It does so under the name of "Producciones Móviles, SA de CV in association with the operator Paradise Riviera Gaming. One of the keys to Betcris' success in Latin America has been the sponsorship of sports teams, and in the case of Mexico it is the first betting site for the Mexican National Team since 2019, an agreement with the major team that will unite it with the Tricolor, at least, until 2024.

What does Betcris Canada offer us?

The first impression of Betcris is that we are dealing with a particular house. The website does not load as fast as it should, and basic information such as payment methods or the welcome bonus is not advertised. Issues such as live betting or payment methods are only revealed once registered and logged in, making it difficult for the user to make a decision about whether to register or not. The rest of the operators do provide this information, and this works against Betcris.

The first thing we will look at is the available sports offering and the odds offered for betting. It meets the catalog of sports we expect, with a lot of events in all sports, even superior to other operators, and with odds in line with what most Canadian bookmakers offer. It's not Pinnacle or 1xBet, but it competes head-to-head with other operators, offering good odds and some Asian lines.

Another differentiating aspect between Betcris and the rest of the betting houses is that it does not offer a traditional welcome bonus, but instead welcomes Philippines with a risk-free bet between 200 and 2$. This is a way to ensure a good start, as if we lose our initial bet, we get it back in the form of a free bet, and we are not subject to any rollover. It is difficult to find other offers, although we cannot overlook a VIP club that improves our odds as we advance in levels.

We have a fairly comprehensive customer service, with telephone assistance and live chat where they will solve any problems. However, it is worth noting that there is no help section like that of any online betting house or casino. Speaking of the casino, Betcris also offers games like slots. You can download the Betcris app on your iOS or Android devices; and the payment methods offer is somewhat limited. Let's delve a little deeper into these issues.

Betcris welcome bonus

While the rest of the betting houses offer bonuses for your first deposit, or even do not offer it as is the case with Pinnacle, Betcris has a radically different offer: it offers Philippines a first risk-free bet up to $200. This means that if our first bet is a loser, we receive a free bet of the same value as compensation. The minimum deposit would be $200 that must be bet at least to access this promotion. If your first bet exceeds $200 and you lose, you will only recover the first $200.

Other bonuses and promotions

Although Betcris does not have a promotions section in the usual sense, browsing through its website we can find some promotions. On the home page, the available promotions for that day are displayed - without explanation - and we also have these:

• Loyalty Program: Betcris has a VIP club, the loyalty program, which has 4 levels. At each level, the odds of our bets improve, allowing Philippines to accumulate up to an additional $60,000 per year.
• 10% Re-deposit Bonus: On each deposit of at least $950, the user receives a 10% re-deposit bonus up to $9,500. This bonus is subject to a x4 rollover and is received in the form of freebets, here known as free plays. In addition, to qualify for the bonus, the user must have at least $1,900 in their account, have recently lost a similar amount to the deposit, and not have withdrawn in 30 days.

sports and markets

The sports offer depends on the time of year we are in, as some sports such as Formula 1 are not present outside of the season. Nevertheless, we can bet on the most popular sports, from soccer, boxing or baseball to hockey, golf or darts. Martial arts could not be missing, and we also have bets on Philippines politics. Finally, we must talk about future bets on various sports (soccer, American football, baseball, golf, tennis) where we find long-term bets.

We can also bet on eSports, and we have a section for "sports simulations" where we can bet on eSports games such as FIFA20, NHL20 - EA Sports, Madden NFL20, or MLB - The Show 20. We do not miss the big sporting events, from Liga MX, the matches of the Tri, NBA or MLB to the most exotic leagues or categories tournaments. Depending on the event and its magnitude, we will have more or fewer markets to bet on.

As an example, in a top league match such as the German Bundesliga, we can find around 50 markets, from the moneyline to exact score or result of each half. We also have some Asian handicaps, but as in the case of over/under betting, we don't have a wide range of options as some other operators offer, but instead we set a line and it's the only one we provide.

Dues

Betcris is offering odds that are within the average range of betting houses in Canada. We can compare them, for example, with those offered by Caliente, as they are similar. Depending on the sport or market, Betcris' odds will be more or less attractive. It is unlikely that Betcris will be among the top 3 or 5 houses that offer the best odds for betting in Canada, but it won't be at the back of the pack either, and in some cases it can offer Philippines surprising odds. It offers better odds in secondary leagues than in more popular ones.

Live betting (live section)

In Betcris sportsbook you will see that some sports, competitions or events are accompanied by a green wave icon. This signals that we have live betting available, although we can also access the live section by clicking on live betting. You will find a good offer of bets on soccer, American football, baseball, basketball, tennis or eSports, and both the markets and the odds are in line with what other operators offer. In addition, there is a minute-by-minute update that helps Philippines follow the event.

Payment methods

Although the options are quite limited, we have some of the most common payment methods available in the gaming industry. You can recharge at Betcris using your VISA or MasterCard credit or debit card, using Neteller, Paysafe, through bank transfer or via TeleIngreso. The limits vary, but in no case is any commission charged and you will have the money available immediately unless you make a transfer, which as usual can take up to 72 hours to complete.

We also have limited options when it comes to requesting a withdrawal, as it can only be done via bank card or bank transfer. Like with deposits, the minimum amount to withdraw depends on the method used, although the daily maximum withdrawal limit cannot exceed the legal limit of $190,000. No commission is applied to withdrawals, which can take between 24 and 72 hours to complete due to the need to validate the operation.

Betcris App

You don't need to be in front of the computer to bet on Betcris, you can do it from your mobile phone or tablet using the browser of these devices or the Betcris application, which is always a better option. Android users can download the app from the Betcris website, while iOS users can find it in the App Store and install it from there on their iPhone or iPad. You can bet, manage your funds or contact customer support from the app itself.

Security

If you have a SEGOB license to operate in Canada, it is because Betcris meets all the required safety requirements. The company could operate under a Malta license, like many other betting companies, but Betcris has made an effort to comply with Canadian regulations and obtain authorization from SEGOB. This decision shows the company's commitment to safe gaming. The obligation to verify accounts or activate payment and withdrawal methods helps provide a secure gaming experience.

Betcris takes all necessary security measures to protect its players and offer the best service. We cannot ignore the fact that in the distant 2003, Betcris suffered an attack that rendered its betting platform inactive for a few weeks. However, fortunately, times have changed, and today any betting company has the most advanced security measures to offer a completely safe and reliable gaming environment to its users. With that bitter experience, we can only expect the best from Betcris.

Customer Support

There is a live chat available if you click on "Let's Chat", and we also have a phone number, 01-800-681-8134, where Betcris will assist you in case you have a problem. The user support hours are not indicated, so if you are unable to contact them via chat or phone, or prefer to do so in writing, you have the option of sending an email to [email protected], and the customer service team will respond within 24-48 hours.

The absence of a Help section is striking, as it is offered by the rest of the betting houses, which makes it difficult to answer questions. However, there is a chat or a phone number to help resolve any doubts. Additionally, there are specific profiles for Canada on popular social networks such as Facebook, Instagram or Twitter that offer very useful information for users in the Canadian market. There are also more general profiles for the Hispanic audience.

Betcris: Opinions and conclusion

We have reached the end of the analysis with the feeling that Betcris still has plenty of room for improvement, starting with a website that, despite having a simple menu system, is very non-functional. It loads slowly, and there is a lot of information that is either unavailable or requires a lot of time and effort to find, which can be quite frustrating. At least, they compensate for this with a fairly comprehensive customer service... even though they don't have a help section.

The profile that best suits Betcris is that of an experienced bettor, who seeks good margins in sports or secondary leagues, where we will find the odds with the most value in Betcris. It is also interesting for users specialized in live betting. When it comes to attracting inexperienced players, it encounter difficulties such as few promotions or a weak and unattractive website that does not offer the best experience for those new to sports betting.

It's worth highlighting a radically different welcome bonus compared to the usual, where they guarantee our first bet to improve that initial experience, or a very attractive VIP club. We cannot ignore the absence of payment methods such as PaySafeCard, AstroPay, Todito Cash or Oxxo, which are common in Canadian betting houses but are missing in Betcris. This is another aspect to improve for a company that, let's remember, has authorization from SEGOB.

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