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NextBet Review
NextBet is the new name for PlayUp, one of Australia's most popular sports betting sites, and CrossBet after the merger of the brands.
PlayUp was formed by the merger of three established online bookmakers in TopBetta, MadBookie and ClassicBet and the name became synonymous with value odds and promotions in Australia.
NextBet enhances an already impressive product further when launched in early 2026 and builds on a state-of-the-art sportsbook, which is available as both a web-based platform and mobile app.
The impressive racing odds, markets and features like Live Yard and Easy Form will be carried over from PlayUp, as well the sports betting service, enhanced lines and multibet options in an improved package.
NextBet Verdict
NextBet is new to Australian punters but has a rich history. Here's what we like and dislike:
Pros
- Wide range of racing and sports bets
- Racing features including Easy Form & Live Yard
- Member-only promotions
- Mobile apps available
- Locally-owned betting brand
Cons
- No live streaming
- No welcome bonus due to legislation
NextBet Odds & Markets
NextBet provides a full global sports offering covering more than 25+ sports every day. You can expect to find the latest odds across domestic favourites like AFL, NRL, Rugby Union, Soccer and Cricket as well as Tennis, Basketball, Baseball, American Football and Ice Hockey.
NextBet caters for NRL punters with an impressive depth of markets for every game. These include win, line, first/anytime tryscorer, O/U total points, HT/FT, Race to 10/20/30/40 points and many others.
To improve your NRL bet selections, you can access a horde of statistics including different metrics for both the team as a whole and individual players. You can also look at head-to-head stats and how certain players match up against their opponents.
For AFL, you’ll also find a wide selection of betting markets coupled with plenty of specials and multis through the Aussie Rules season.
Soccer betting is covered extensively with all of the major leagues and competitions such as La Liga, Serie A, the Champions League, English Premier League and the Bundesliga each having hundreds of betting options.
The best US sports, notably the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL are well supported, as is tennis with all ATP and WTA events open for betting. Cricket, rugby union, golf and snooker are a few of the others you can have a punt on.
There are also several non-sporting betting markets centred around politics and entertainment. So, if you fancy a punt on the next Australian PM or who will win the US election, it’s worth checking the odds in the novelty betting section.
NextBet Horse Racing Betting Tips & more
NextBet builds on the strong racing service offered by PlayUp with extensive betting markets and promotions on all of the week's domestic and international action including Group 1 races and much more.
NextBet covers all forms of racing - thoroughbreds, harness and greyhounds - from Australia and New Zealand and there is also a wide range of international racing action coming from USA, UK, Ireland, France, Hong Kong and more.
The brand provides both fixed odds and Tote betting as well as Best of the Best (BOB), Best Tote plus SP, Best of 2 Totes, Middle Tote, Best Fluc, Fixed Odds Win/Place, Exotics including Quinella, Exacta, Trifecta and Quaddies as well as multis.
Two of the recent PlayUp features have been carried over to the upgraded NextBet platform with Easy Form and Live Yard part of the service for all key pre-race information for informed bets.
NextBet Website & Login
NextBet has an all-in-one sports and racebook platform for its customers, building on the well designed PlayUp site and app. You can use the NextBet.com.au code BETS when joining.
The emphasis of the site is on user-friendliness, both for seasoned bettors and total beginners. The layout is sharp and clean with easy to navigate menus and fast page loading speeds.
NextBet Mobile App
The Next Bet app is available for iOS and Android devices. You can bet on both racing and sports via the app, use the features like Easy Form and Live Yard and access everything available on the desktop site.
NextBet Withdrawals & Deposits
NextBet offers a standard set of banking options which most punters will be familiar with. They include:
- Bank Transfer
- Mastercard
- Visa
- BPay
- Poli
NextBet Customer Service
There are a number of options available for reaching the NextBet team:
- Live Chat
- Phone: 1800 752 987
- Email: support@nextbet.com.au
NextBet FAQs
Does NextBet bookmaker offer a welcome bonus?
No. Due to changes in the gambling laws, betting sites operating in Australia are no longer allowed to offer welcome bonuses to new players.
Is there a NextBet.com.au promo code?
You can use the promo code BETS during the sign up process.
