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How Do I Choose the Right Sportsbook in Kentucky?

David Esser

by David Esser in Sports Betting News

Updated Aug 18, 2023 · 7:32 AM PDT

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The 2023 UK football team sit in the stands for a team picture -- this one was for fun -- on Media Day at Kroger Field in Lexington. Aug. 4, 2023
  • Kentucky online sports betting is preparing to launch on September 28, 2023
  • Several top-rated sportsbooks are set to go live
  • Below, find out the unique differences between each book and how to pick the one right for you

Kentucky sports betting is just a few weeks away from launching, with the latest reports detailing a September 28 launch date.

It goes without saying that this is a pretty big deal for the state of Kentucky. It gives residents the opportunity to bet on most of the NFL and CFB seasons, while also claiming a significant amount of bonus money as several of the top Kentucky betting apps roll out sign-up offers and welcome bonuses.

With so much all happening at once, it can be hard for prospective bettors to decide which sportsbook(s) to sign up with. Below, you can find a detailed list of the five major sports betting apps scheduled to launch in KY and why signing up with each could be beneficial to you.

DraftKings Kentucky

One of the largest and most well-known betting brands in North America, DraftKings is set to enter Kentucky on the 28th with a sweet Bet $5, Get $200 offer.

DraftKings is a trustworthy brand and does a great job of offering new and unique bonuses and offers on a frequent basis. If you sign up with DraftKings Kentucky, you have the assurance that you are working with a top US sportsbook and that the betting content will stay fresh and fun.

Top Reasons to Use DraftKings Kentucky

  • brand recognition
  • unique bonuses and promos
  • $200 sign-up bonus
  • Same Game Parlay X (SGPX) feature

FanDuel Kentucky

Another extremely well-known brand in the US betting scene, FanDuel offers a lot of the same attributes that DraftKings does. However, it is important to note that FanDuel Kentucky is offering a two-part welcome bonus to new customers.

Not only can you unlock a Bet $5 Get $200 offer, but you can also get $100 off NFL Sunday Ticket. Getting the Sunday Ticket discount alone is worth it.

Top Reasons to Use FanDuel Kentucky

  • $100 off NFL Sunday Ticket
  • brand recognition
  • unique bonuses and promos
  • $200 sign-up bonus
  • partnered with Churchill Downs racetrack

Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky

Caesars Sportsbook enters the scene with a larger than expected sign-up bonus. Typically speaking, Caesars likes to keep their welcome offers relegated to deposit matches. However, with Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky, you can get unlock $250 in bonus bets when you sign up for a new account on launch day.

Top Reasons to Use Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky

  • $250 sign-up bonus
  • partnership with Keeneland and Red Mile racetracks
  • Caesars Sportsbook “Quick Picks” feature

BetMGM Kentucky

Batting cleanup on this list of top Kentucky betting apps and sites is BetMGM Kentucky. Another nationally recognized brand in the iGaming world, one of the biggest perks to signing up with BetMGM this fall is their special “Lion’s Boost” feature.

These are featured odds boosts that can quickly be accessed via the mobile app or online sportsbook.

Top Reasons to Use Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky

  • $1,000 sign-up bonus (potential for this to be $1,500)
  • Lion’s Boost feature

Bet365 Kentucky

Last but definitely not least, Bet365 is a key sportsbook that is gearing up to launch in Kentucky. Not only are they expected to have a strong opening offer, but they are only available in a select number of states, making their entrance into KY a pretty big deal.

In addition to their strong sign-up bonus, Bet365 Kentucky has several in-app features like boosted odds, same game parlay bonuses, early payout offers, and more.

Top Reasons to Use Bet365 Kentucky

  • Bet $1, Get $200 sign-up bonus (potential for this to be Bet $1, Get $365)
  • Bet boosts
  • Early payout offers
  • Multi-sport parlay boosts
  • Exclusive to Kentucky and select states
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