| Bonus | |||||||
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#1  Fanatics Sportsbook
4.5
/5 |
10 x $100 Bet Matches in FanCash |
Get up to $1,000 in FanCash Over Your First 10 Days on Fanatics Sportsbook 21+. New customers in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/MA/MD/ MI/MO/NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VT/VA/WV/WY/DC only. Different offer available in other Fanatics Sportsbook states. . Apply promotion in bet slip and place a $1+ cash wager (min odds -200) daily for 10 consecutive days starting day of account creation. FanCash rewards will equal the qualifying wager amount (max $100 FanCash/day). FanCash issued under this promotion expires at 11:59 p.m. ET 7 days from issuance. See full Promo Terms and FanCash terms in the Fanatics Sportsbook app. | |||||
#2  FanDuel Sportsbook
4.7
/5 |
Get $300 Back in Bonus Bets Every Day For 10 Days |
Get One No Sweat Token Every Day for Ten Days 21+ (18+ D.C., KY, WY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/CT/IA/IL/IN/KS/KY/LA/MD/MA /MI/MONC/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/VT/WV/WY/DC (for KS, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino). Minimum $5 first deposit required. Must apply select token on a losing bet each day. Max refund of $300 per No-Sweat Token. Refund will be credited within 72 hours of bet settlement. Bonus bets are nonwithdrawable and expire 7 days after receipt. Tokens are received in increments of 1 per day. Restrictions apply. See full T&C at FanDuel. | |||||
#3 Bet365
4.5
/5 |
Bet $5, Get $150 or $1,000 First Bet Safety Net |
Choose your offer: Get $150 in Bonus Bets After Your First Real Money $5 Wager or Get up to $1,000 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Wager Loses 21+ (18+ in KY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/ KY/LA/MO/NC/OH/VA. Different offer(s) available in NJ/PA. $10 first deposit required within 30 days. Offer must be claimed via mobile app. Minimum wager of $5 required to claim the $150 Bonus Bets. Must contain at least one selection at odds of -500 or greater. Loss refunded as bonus bets up to $1,000 with Safety Net Offer. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bonus Bets wager excluded from returns. See full T&C at Bet365. #ad | |||||
#4  Caesars Sportsbook
4.4
/5 |
First Bet Match up to $250 |
Win or Lose, Get Your First Bet Matched up t0 $250 as a Bonus Bet 21+ only. New customers only. Must use Promo Code SBO250BM. AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/ME/MA/ MD/MI/MO/NJ/NY/NC/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY/DC only. Deposit required (min $10). Must place first real money Qualifying Wager (min $1) within 30 days of opening account. Receive a non-withdrawable bonus bet worth 100% of your bet's value up to $250 (eg, a $300 qualifying wager results in a $250 bonus bet). Minimum odds of -500 on qualifying wager. Bonus Bet expires 30 days after receipt. See full T&C at Caesars. | |||||
#5  DraftKings Sportsbook
4.4
/5 |
Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins |
Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bets if Your Bet Wins 21+ and present in most states (18+ in DC/KY/NH/WY). Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to get max. $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours) and stake is removed from payout. Full T&C apply, visit DraftKings Sportsbook for more details.GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). | |||||
#6  BetMGM
4.4
/5 |
Get Up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn't Win |
Up to $1,500 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Wager Doesn't Win 21+. New users only. Offer available in AZ/CO/DC/IL/IN/IA/KA/LA/MA/MD/MI/MO NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY. Offer not available in NV/NY/PR. Qualifying deposit (min $10) and first real money wager required. If qualifying bet settles as a loss, user is refunded 100% in non-withdrawable bonus bets up to $1,500. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bet Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. NY: Call (877-8-HOPENY) or text HOPENY (467369). See full T&C at BetMGM. | |||||
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List of All Illinois Sportsbooks
List of All Illinois Sportsbooks
We've compiled this list with all of the online sportsbooks available in the Land of Lincoln to help you find your next sports betting site!
Updated: Mar 11, 2026
All Illinois Sportsbooks
There are currently 10 sportsbooks available in Illinois - Fanatics Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook, Bet365, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings Sportsbook, BetMGM, BetRivers, Hard Rock Bet, theScore BET, and Circa Sports.
Every sportsbook live in Illinois has been evaluated by our betting experts and given full reviews in order to present you with the most accurate possible ranking of all sportsbooks available. The full list is available directly below, but you can also keep scrolling for more information on all the available sportsbooks and their Illinois betting bonuses.
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Find Your Illinois Sportsbook
Key Feature | IL Sportsbook |
|---|---|
| 🆕 Newest Sportsbook | theScore Bet ➡️ |
| 💰 Best Bonus | FanDuel ➡️ |
| 🏈 Best Betting Variety | DraftKings ➡️ |
| 💳 Best Banking | FanDuel ➡️ |
| 📱Best Mobile App | Caesars ➡️ |
| ⏰ Best Live Betting | BetMGM ➡️ |
| ➕ Best Same Game Parlay | FanDuel ➡️ |
List of All Illinois Sportsbooks
- Fanatics Sportsbook - Great rewards program
- FanDuel Sportsbook - USA's most popular book
- Bet365 - Newest Illinois Sportsbook
- Caesars Sportsbook - Dozens of daily odds boosts
- DraftKings Sportsbook - Great for betting & DFS
- BetMGM - Illinois' newest sportsbook
- theScore Bet - Formerly ESPN BET
- BetRivers - Some NHL live streaming
- Hard Rock Bet - Strong parlay features
- Circa Sports - No welcome offer
Every sportsbook listed here is legal, licensed, and operational in Illinois. Feel free to click on one of the links or keep scrolling to find out more about each betting site.
Illinois Sportsbook Fees
Effective September 1, 2025, sportsbooks are charging extra user fees to users in Illinois. New legislation has levied an extra tax on Illinois sportsbook to fund other initiatives in the state, and most sportsbooks have responded in kind by passing those fees along to their users.
Still, not all sportsbooks are charging users a per-bet fee — many sportsbooks have raised their minimum wager in Illinois or permit users to avoid the fees by wagering a certain amount.
To find out which sportsbooks are charging users in Illinois, how much they're charging and how you can avoid fees, check out our section on Illinois sports betting laws.
Best Sports Betting Apps in Illinois
The sports betting experts here at Sportsbooks Online have decades of combined experience betting on sports, so we like to think we know what makes a sportsbook stand out from the competition. Factors we evaluate include betting markets offered, bonuses, and even the ease of use of their mobile betting apps.
We believe the best sportsbooks in Illinois are Fanatics Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook, and Caesars Sportsbook. Check out the comparison below to see if their respective strengths scratch your itch, or keep reading for more Illinois sports betting apps.
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1. Fanatics Sportsbook Illinois
10 x $100 Bet Matches in FanCash
🔥 Earn FanCash rewards for discounts on Fanatics and bonus bets
🔥 NFL live streaming directly on the app
🔥 Strong Same Game Parlay markets
👎 Only available on mobile
New Sportsbook from the Sports Retail Monopoly
After completing the purchase of PointsBet, Fanatics took over all of the Aussie operator's licenses in the US. Although PointsBet had never launched in Illinois, they were licensed, so Fanatics had the green light to go live. We're happy to report that the sportsbook is a better product than their MLB uniforms.
Fanatics Sportsbook IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2024 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.8/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.5/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Hawthorne Race Course |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | Hawthorne Race Course Crestwood Off Track Betting Club Hawthorne |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Amelco |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $5 |
Get up to $1,000 in FanCash Over Your First 10 Days on Fanatics Sportsbook
21+. New customers in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/MA/MD/ MI/MO/NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VT/VA/WV/WY/DC only. Different offer available in other Fanatics Sportsbook states.
. Apply promotion in bet slip and place a $1+ cash wager (min odds -200) daily for 10 consecutive days starting day of account creation. FanCash rewards will equal the qualifying wager amount (max $100 FanCash/day). FanCash issued under this promotion expires at 11:59 p.m. ET 7 days from issuance.
See full Promo Terms and FanCash terms in the Fanatics Sportsbook app.
21+. New customers in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/MA/MD/ MI/MO/NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VT/VA/WV/WY/DC only. Different offer available in other Fanatics Sportsbook states.
. Apply promotion in bet slip and place a $1+ cash wager (min odds -200) daily for 10 consecutive days starting day of account creation. FanCash rewards will equal the qualifying wager amount (max $100 FanCash/day). FanCash issued under this promotion expires at 11:59 p.m. ET 7 days from issuance.
See full Promo Terms and FanCash terms in the Fanatics Sportsbook app.
Fanatics Sportsbook IL Ratings | |
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| Summary |
Fanatics Sportsbook App
Fanatics Sportsbook Live Betting
Fanatics Sportsbook NBA Betting
2. FanDuel Sportsbook Illinois
Get $300 Back in Bonus Bets Every Day For 10 Days
🔥 Best mobile app
🔥 Tons of ongoing betting promotions
🔥 No minimum requirement for withdrawals
🔥 Live at FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing in Collinsville
America's Most Popular Sportsbook
FanDuel Sportsbook has offered Illinois users one of the very best gaming experiences out there since its launch in 2020. With phenomenal Same Game Parlay betting, a shared account for daily fantasy, and one of the smoothest mobile betting apps on the market, FanDuel Sportsbook is a top-notch choice for any bettor.
FanDuel Sportsbook IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2020 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.9/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.7/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | Par-A-Dice Casino FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing (Fairmount Park) |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Flutter |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $5 |
Get One No Sweat Token Every Day for Ten Days
21+ (18+ D.C., KY, WY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/CT/IA/IL/IN/KS/KY/LA/MD/MA /MI/MONC/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/VT/WV/WY/DC (for KS, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino).
Minimum $5 first deposit required. Must apply select token on a losing bet each day. Max refund of $300 per No-Sweat Token. Refund will be credited within 72 hours of bet settlement. Bonus bets are nonwithdrawable and expire 7 days after receipt. Tokens are received in increments of 1 per day. Restrictions apply.
See full T&C at FanDuel.
21+ (18+ D.C., KY, WY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/CT/IA/IL/IN/KS/KY/LA/MD/MA /MI/MONC/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/VT/WV/WY/DC (for KS, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino).
Minimum $5 first deposit required. Must apply select token on a losing bet each day. Max refund of $300 per No-Sweat Token. Refund will be credited within 72 hours of bet settlement. Bonus bets are nonwithdrawable and expire 7 days after receipt. Tokens are received in increments of 1 per day. Restrictions apply.
See full T&C at FanDuel.
FanDuel Sportsbook IL Ratings | |
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| Summary |
FanDuel Sportsbook App
FanDuel Sportsbook Live Betting
FanDuel Sportsbook NFL Betting
3. Bet365 Illinois
Bet $5, Get $150 or $1,000 First Bet Safety Net
🔥 Early payout promotions
🔥 Great Bet Editing Features
🔥 Excellent Live Betting
🔥 Deep Same Game Parlay creation
👎 Mobile app isn't as sleek as competitors
The World's Largest Sportsbook is Live in Illinois
Bet365 has a worldwide reputation but has been slow to roll out in the US, taking until 2025 to launch in the state of Illinois. Bettors in the Land of Lincoln will enjoy the great slate of promotions and deep betting features present on the platform.
Bet365 IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2025 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.8/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.5/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Walker's Bluff Casino Resort |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | N/A |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Playtech |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $10 |
Choose your offer: Get $150 in Bonus Bets After Your First Real Money $5 Wager or Get up to $1,000 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Wager Loses
21+ (18+ in KY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/ KY/LA/MO/NC/OH/VA. Different offer(s) available in NJ/PA. $10 first deposit required within 30 days. Offer must be claimed via mobile app. Minimum wager of $5 required to claim the $150 Bonus Bets. Must contain at least one selection at odds of -500 or greater. Loss refunded as bonus bets up to $1,000 with Safety Net Offer. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bonus Bets wager excluded from returns. See full T&C at Bet365. #ad
21+ (18+ in KY). New customers only. Offer available in AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/ KY/LA/MO/NC/OH/VA. Different offer(s) available in NJ/PA. $10 first deposit required within 30 days. Offer must be claimed via mobile app. Minimum wager of $5 required to claim the $150 Bonus Bets. Must contain at least one selection at odds of -500 or greater. Loss refunded as bonus bets up to $1,000 with Safety Net Offer. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bonus Bets wager excluded from returns. See full T&C at Bet365. #ad
Bet365 IL Ratings |  |
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| Summary |
Bet365 App
Bet365 Live Betting
Bet365 NBA Betting
4. Caesars Sportsbook Illinois
First Bet Match up to $250
🔥 Dozens of odds boosts every day
🔥 Smooth mobile sports betting app
🔥 Great payment options
🔥 Live at Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin
👎 Live betting is a bit basic
One of Illinois' Best Sports Betting Apps
Combining the brains of British bookie William Hill with the Vegas glamour of Caesars, Caesars Sportsbook has established itself as one of the very best online sportsbooks in the country. Illinois bettors can take it with them on the go, or even bet live through their Caesars account at multiple in-person locations.
Caesars Sportsbook IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2022 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.7/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.4/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Harrah's |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | Grand Victoria Casino Harrah's Joliet Harrah's Metropolis |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Liberty |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $10 |
Win or Lose, Get Your First Bet Matched up t0 $250 as a Bonus Bet
21+ only. New customers only. Must use Promo Code SBO250BM.
AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/ME/MA/ MD/MI/MO/NJ/NY/NC/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY/DC only.
Deposit required (min $10). Must place first real money Qualifying Wager (min $1) within 30 days of opening account. Receive a non-withdrawable bonus bet worth 100% of your bet's value up to $250 (eg, a $300 qualifying wager results in a $250 bonus bet). Minimum odds of -500 on qualifying wager. Bonus Bet expires 30 days after receipt.
See full T&C at Caesars.
21+ only. New customers only. Must use Promo Code SBO250BM.
AZ/CO/IL/IN/IA/KS/KY/LA/ME/MA/ MD/MI/MO/NJ/NY/NC/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY/DC only.
Deposit required (min $10). Must place first real money Qualifying Wager (min $1) within 30 days of opening account. Receive a non-withdrawable bonus bet worth 100% of your bet's value up to $250 (eg, a $300 qualifying wager results in a $250 bonus bet). Minimum odds of -500 on qualifying wager. Bonus Bet expires 30 days after receipt.
See full T&C at Caesars.
Caesars Sportsbook IL Ratings | |
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| Support | |
| Summary |
Caesars Sportsbook App
Caesars Sportsbook Live Betting
Caesars Sportsbook Profit Boosts
5. DraftKings Sportsbook Illinois
Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins
🔥 Most popular sportsbook in the US
🔥 One account for betting and DFS
🔥 Partner of Chicago Cubs
🔥 Live at Casino Queen in East St. Louis
👎 High minimum withdrawal
DFS & Betting from One Account
DraftKings has been the top dog in American online sports betting since the overturn of PASPA in 2018. It was no surprise that they were first on the scene in Illinois, with a phenomenal product. Users from Chicago to Effingham can sign up and play with one of America's top sportsbooks today.
DraftKings Sportsbook IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2020 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.8/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.4/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Casino Queen |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | DraftKings at Casino Queen |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | SBTech |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $5 |
Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bets if Your Bet Wins
21+ and present in most states (18+ in DC/KY/NH/WY). Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to get max. $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours) and stake is removed from payout.
Full T&C apply, visit DraftKings Sportsbook for more details.GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR).
21+ and present in most states (18+ in DC/KY/NH/WY). Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to get max. $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours) and stake is removed from payout.
Full T&C apply, visit DraftKings Sportsbook for more details.GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR).
DraftKings Sportsbook IL Ratings |  |
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| Mobile experience | |
| Payment Options | |
| Betting experience | |
| Support | |
| Summary |
DraftKings Sportsbook App
DraftKings Sportsbook Live Betting
DraftKings Sportsbook NFL Betting
6. BetMGM Illinois
Get Up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn't Win
🔥 Very easy parlay betting
🔥 Smooth live betting experience
🔥 Great iPhone app
👎 High minimum withdrawal
Multiple In-Person Betting Options
BetMGM doesn't have the best-performing mobile app of any Illinois sportsbook, but it's a trusted brand in sports betting and the betting variety reflects that. Promotions and rewards are on par with other sportsbooks and markets are available early and in large quantities.
BetMGM IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2022 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.8/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.4/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Par-A-Dice Casino |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | N/A |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Entain |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $5 |
Up to $1,500 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Wager Doesn't Win
21+. New users only. Offer available in AZ/CO/DC/IL/IN/IA/KA/LA/MA/MD/MI/MO NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY. Offer not available in NV/NY/PR.
Qualifying deposit (min $10) and first real money wager required. If qualifying bet settles as a loss, user is refunded 100% in non-withdrawable bonus bets up to $1,500. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bet Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. NY: Call (877-8-HOPENY) or text HOPENY (467369).
See full T&C at BetMGM.
21+. New users only. Offer available in AZ/CO/DC/IL/IN/IA/KA/LA/MA/MD/MI/MO NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY. Offer not available in NV/NY/PR.
Qualifying deposit (min $10) and first real money wager required. If qualifying bet settles as a loss, user is refunded 100% in non-withdrawable bonus bets up to $1,500. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. Bet Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. NY: Call (877-8-HOPENY) or text HOPENY (467369).
See full T&C at BetMGM.
BetMGM IL Ratings |  |
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| Mobile experience | |
| Payment Options | |
| Betting experience | |
| Support | |
| Summary |
BetMGM Sportsbook App
BetMGM Live Betting
BetMGM NFL Betting
7. theScore Bet Illinois
Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets if You Win
🔥 Superior mobile app functionality & design
🔥 Industry-leading live streaming
🔥 Tons of sports available
👎 Welcome bonus doesn't compete with top sportsbooks
An Emerging US Sportsbook
If you've tried theScore Bet Sportsbook in the past with mixed results, it might be worth trying again. When the product launched under Barstool Sportsbook in 2021, it was one of the worst overall sportsbooks and sports betting apps. Once it became ESPN BET, there were tons of resources poured into the digital app, which remain in its current state as theScore Bet.
theScore Bet IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2020 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.8/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.5/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Penn National |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | Hollywood Casino Joliet, Aurora, Argosy Casino Alton |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Kambi/PENN Interactive Sports |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $10 |
theScore Bet IL Ratings |  |
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theScore Bet App
theScore Bet Live Betting
theScore Bet NBA Betting
8. BetRivers Illinois
2nd Chance Bet up to $500
🔥 Some NHL live streaming
🔥 Great sign up offer and rewards program
🔥 Live at Hawthorne Race Course in Des Plaines
👎 Design feels outdated and is clunky
👎 Same Game Parlay is pretty limited
A Deep Sportsbook with a Great Sign Up Offer
Since coming to Illinois, BetRivers has provided users with a deep slate of sports to bet on. Once you take advantage of the welcome offer, you can get started betting on niche sports or creating same game parlays for major sports.
BetRivers IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2019 |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.9/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.7/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Rivers Casino |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | BetRivers Sportsbook Des Plains |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Kambi |
| 📺 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 🎰 Integrated Casino | Yes |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $10 |
Up to $500 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Wager Loses
21+. New customers only. Offer amount varies by state.
Up to $500 bonus in IL/IN/MD/LA/MI/PA/VA.
Up to $250 bonus in CO/NJ
Up to $100 bonus in AZ/IA/NY/OH/WV
Must make a qualifying deposit of $10+ with promo code SBOBONUS. Must make qualifying cash wager with odds of -200 or greater. If the first qualifying wager settles as a loss, receive a non-withdrawable Bonus Bet equal to your stake, up to a maximum of $500.
See full T&C at BetRivers.
21+. New customers only. Offer amount varies by state.
Up to $500 bonus in IL/IN/MD/LA/MI/PA/VA.
Up to $250 bonus in CO/NJ
Up to $100 bonus in AZ/IA/NY/OH/WV
Must make a qualifying deposit of $10+ with promo code SBOBONUS. Must make qualifying cash wager with odds of -200 or greater. If the first qualifying wager settles as a loss, receive a non-withdrawable Bonus Bet equal to your stake, up to a maximum of $500.
See full T&C at BetRivers.
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BetRivers App
BetRivers Live Betting
BetRivers NFL Betting
9. Hard Rock Bet Illinois
10x 100% Profit Boosts
🔥 Bet live in Rockford
🔥 Flex Parlay betting features
🔥 Great loyalty programs
👎 Support needs improvement
👎 Mobile app is a little glitchy
A Trusted Brand
Hard Rock is a globally-known brand with restaurants, hotels, and casinos across the globe. It was only a matter of time until they dipped their toes into the water of online sports betting. In the Fall of 2023, Illinois bettors got to test out the brand new Hard Rock Bet App.
Hard Rock Bet IL Quick Facts
| 🚀 Launch | 2022 (re-launched in 2023) |
| 🍏 App Store Rating | 4.9/5 |
| 🤖 Google Play Rating | 4.7/5 |
| 📝 Licensing Partner | Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (NNGE) |
| 🏦 In-Person Locations | Hard Rock Casino Rockford |
| ⚙️ Tech Provider | Scientific Games |
| 📺 Live Streaming | No |
| 💳 Min. Deposit | $10 |
Get 10x 100% Profit Boost Tokens up to $50 per bet
Must be 21 and physically present in AZ, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In AZ, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA)
Sign up for Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook and receive ten 100% Profit Boost tokens, each valid on a cash wager up to $50. Profit Boosts apply to winnings only and must be manually applied in the bet slip. Boosts can be used on any available market, excluding boosted bets and round robins. Early Cash Out voids eligibility. Profit Boosts expire 7 days after issuance. Winnings paid as cash.
See full T&C at Hard Rock Bet.
Must be 21 and physically present in AZ, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In AZ, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA)
Sign up for Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook and receive ten 100% Profit Boost tokens, each valid on a cash wager up to $50. Profit Boosts apply to winnings only and must be manually applied in the bet slip. Boosts can be used on any available market, excluding boosted bets and round robins. Early Cash Out voids eligibility. Profit Boosts expire 7 days after issuance. Winnings paid as cash.
See full T&C at Hard Rock Bet.
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Hard Rock Bet App
Hard Rock Bet Live Betting
Hard Rock Bet NBA Betting
10. Circa Sports Illinois
Launched: 2024
Land-Based Partner: American Place Casino
🔥 Live events at American Place Casino
🔥 Futures markets
👎 Lacking a welcome offer
👎 Extremely basic
New Illinois Sportsbooks
The newest sports betting site to launch in Illinois is Bet365. It launched in March 2025, just in time for the start of March Madness.
Check the table below for the newest online sportsbooks in Illinois!
Sportsbook | Launch Date | Licensing Partner |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 3/16/25 | Walker's Bluff Casino Resort |
| Hard Rock Bet | 8/26/24 | Hard Rock Casino Rockford |
| Fanatics Sportsbook | 4/12/24 | Hawthorne Race Course |
| Circa Sports | 4/3/24 | American Place Casino |
| theScore Bet | 11/14/23 | Hollywood Casino |
Illinois Online Sports Betting
For over 25 years, the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) banned placing wagers on most sports in the US with few exceptions. In 2018, the Supreme Court struck down that law, and each state was allowed to institute its own rules and regulations regarding online sports betting.
Illinois launched online sports betting in-state in 2019. While there hasn't been a major rush to the market like we've observed in other states, like New Jersey and Colorado, the sportsbooks that have come to Illinois are an elite crop.
IL Sports Betting Laws
| 🚀 Sports Betting Launch Date | March 2020 |
| 🆔 Legal Betting Age | 21+ |
| ⚖️ Regulatory Agency | Illinois Gaming Board |
| 📱 Mobile Sports Betting | Yes ✅ |
| 🏟️ Retail Sportsbooks | Yes ✅ |
| 🎲 Retail Casinos | Yes ✅ |
| 🏀 Betting on College Sports | Yes ✅ (Except Live bets on in-state teams) |
| 🎰 Online Casinos | No ❌ |
| 🎮 Esports Betting | No ❌ |
| ♠️ Online Poker | No ❌ |
| 🐎 Online Horse Racing | Yes ✅ |
| 🧢 NFL Draft Betting | Yes ✅ |
| 🏆 Entertainment Awards Betting | No ❌ |
| 🇺🇸 Politics Betting | No ❌ |
Illinois Sportsbook Fees
As of September 1, 2025, the state of Illinois is charging sportsbooks a per-bet fee to raise money for other initiatives in the state. While some sportsbooks have chosen to pass the fees on to their users, other sportsbooks are implementing a minimum wager to avoid the tax, and some bookmakers are, believe it or not, eating the tax themselves.
Knowing the specifics of Illinois sports betting fees is crucial to determining which Illinois sportsbook is right for you. Below, we'll outline which sportsbooks are charging fees, which are implementing minimum wagers, and which sportsbooks are paying up to avoid losing customers.
Sportsbook | Per-Bet Fee |
|---|---|
Bet365 | $.25 on bets under $10 |
BetMGM | No fee, $2.50 minimum bet |
BetRivers | No fee, $1 minimum bet |
Caesars Sportsbook | $.25 |
Circa Sports | No fee, $10 minimum bet |
DraftKings Sportsbook | $.50 |
theScore Bet | No fee, $1 minimum bet |
Fanatics Sportsbook | $.25 |
FanDuel Sportsbook | $.50 |
Hard Rock Bet | No fee, $2 minimum bet |
Best Sportsbooks to Avoid Fees in Illinois
Given the above information regarding each Illinois sportsbook's per-bet fees, we find these sportsbooks to be the most user-friendly in the state for bettors who don't want to pay extra fees:
- BetMGM
- BetRivers
- theScore BET
- Hard Rock Bet
Each of these four sportsbooks has no per-bet fee, avoiding charging these fees by implementing a small minimum bet amount that's $2.50 or less. Circa Sports has no fee but requires a hefty $10 wager in Illinois. And while you can avoid paying fees on Bet365 with a wager of $10 or higher, they do charge you $.25 if you want to place a bet worth less than $10.
Responsible Gambling in Illinois
In Illinois, responsible gambling is a top priority, ensuring players have the tools to stay in control.
The Illinois Gaming Board oversees the state’s self-exclusion program, which allows individuals to voluntarily ban themselves from both retail casinos and online sportsbooks. For those seeking immediate assistance, the Illinois Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-GAMBLER) is available 24/7, providing confidential support and guidance.
At Sportsbooks Online, we encourage smart and responsible gambling —set limits, gamble within your means, and reach out for help if needed. Support is always just a call away.
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois Online Sportsbooks
What is the best Ilinois sportsbook?
While this is a matter of opinion, we have searched far and wide to determine which sports betting site will provide you with the best betting experience.
In our staff's opinion, the top 5 options for residents of Illinois are the following:
Best Illinois Sportsbooks
- Fanatics Sportsbook
- FanDuel Sportsbook
- Bet365
- Caesars Sportsbook
- DraftKings Sportsbook
Again, this is the opinion of our betting experts. We have reviewed all of these if you want an extremely detailed breakdown of each product.
How many sportsbooks are available in Illinois?
At the time of this writing, there are 10 legal online sportsbooks currently operational in Illinois. Check out the full list below!
List of All Illinois Sportsbooks
- Bet365
- BetMGM
- BetRivers
- Caesars Sportsbook
- Circa Sports
- DraftKings Sportsbook
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics Sportsbook
- FanDuel Sportsbook
- Hard Rock Bet
Is sports betting legal in Illinois?
Yes. After PASPA was overturned in 2018, Illinois launched online sports betting in 2019.
How do I register with a sportsbook in Illinois?
You can now register with any Illinois sportsbook online. Simply click on one of our claim buttons and fork over some details to complete the sign-up process. You will be required to provide the following:
- Full Name
- Address
- Phone Number
- Last 4 digits of Social Security Number
You do not need to be a resident of Illinois, but you do need to be physically located in the state to play on an IL sportsbook.
How were the Illinois sportsbooks chosen?
Like every state, Illinois has an extensive vetting and approval process that all sportsbooks must go through before they are granted approval to operate in the state.
After launching, they are regulated by the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB).
How did you rank all Illinois sportsbooks?
There are many different criteria upon which one can judge a sportsbook. In our reviews, we make sure to highlight the following criteria:
- Bonus Offers - How valuable is the sign up bonus? Does this sportsbook offer promotions for existing customers or neglect you once your foot's in the door? This is an opportunity to get value, so thoroughly evaluating bonus and promotional offers are very important to determine the true value of a sportsbook.
- Betting Variety - Does a sportsbook offer advanced ways to play like Same Game Parlays? How is the live betting? Can you access an online casino from your sports betting account? A sportsbook must satisfy the needs of many different types of players to be considered elite
- Mobile Experience - How is the sportsbook's mobile app? Is it available on iPhone and Android? Most bets are placed via a mobile device these days, so this is a major element of any sportsbook's overall experience.
- Betting Experience - How does a sportsbook feel? Is the website or app laggy? Does it feel laggy, messy, or outdated? You want to make sure you'll actually have fun on a betting site, not frustrated by your time on the book.
- Payment Options - How many payment options are available? How long do payouts take? Are there minimum requirements for payments and withdrawals? If you want to be secure with your hard-earned money, then this is a crucial element of any sportsbook.
- Customer Support - If an issue arises, will you be able to easily get in contact with customer support? Is it hard to get in contact with an actual person? Hopefully, you won't need it but having a spare tire in your trunk never hurts.
Mark Schoeck
Associate Editor
Originally from Ohio and currently living in Chicago, IL, Mark is a lifelong sports fan who inherited rooting interests in the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers. After a decade in sports media covering sports betting as a writer, editor and producer, Mark brought his long track record of sports experience to the Sportsbooks Online team in early 2025.
