One of the two biggest US sportsbooks — Nasdaq-listed, sportsbook + casino + DFS in one app
Visit DraftKings →Pros
- One of the two biggest US sportsbooks (#2 by market share), Nasdaq-listed
- Elite sportsbook with a class-leading same-game-parlay product and DFS heritage
- Best-in-class app and a single-wallet Super App across sportsbook, casino & DFS
- Strong online casino where licensed; fast payouts, no DraftKings fees
- Licensed by strict US state regulators — strong player protection
Cons
- US-only and licensed state by state — unavailable and not legal outside approved states
- Online casino is live in fewer states than the sportsbook
- Welcome offers vary by state and change often
- No cryptocurrency payments
Our verdict
DraftKings is, with FanDuel, one of the two dominant US online sportsbooks — number two by market share and backed by a Nasdaq-listed business (DKNG) answerable to strict US state regulators. Its sportsbook is elite (deep US-sports coverage, a top same-game-parlay product, DFS heritage), the app is best-in-class, and where its casino is licensed it's excellent, all now tied together in a single-wallet Super App. The honest caveat is scope: DraftKings is US-only and licensed state by state, so it's only available (and legal) where your state has approved it, with online casino live in fewer states than the sportsbook, and no crypto. If you're in a US state where it operates, it's a top-tier choice; outside the US it isn't an option.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (20%)9.1
Nasdaq-listed (DKNG) and licensed by individual US state gaming regulators — among the strictest in the world — with a large, publicly-accountable business. Very strong player protection where it operates.
Mobile & UX (10%)9
A best-in-class US app; the Sports & Casino 'Super App' merges sportsbook, casino, lottery and predictions behind a single sign-on and shared wallet.
Sportsbook & casino (25%)8.8
One of the two elite US sportsbooks — number two by market share (~34% of US GGR) — with deep US-sports coverage, a class-leading same-game-parlay product, live betting and DFS heritage, plus a strong online casino where licensed.
Payments & payouts (20%)8.5
PayPal, cards, online banking and DraftKings' own methods with a shared wallet across products; generally fast payouts and no DraftKings fees. No cryptocurrency.
Customer support (10%)8.3
Live chat and email support, localised per state; generally responsive.
Bonuses & value (15%)8.1
Competitive new-customer offers in each state (sportsbook and casino), though the exact amount and terms vary by state and change over time.
Welcome bonus
Quick facts
| Founded | 2012 (incorporated 2011), Boston |
| Owner | DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) |
| Licensing | Licensed state by state by US state gaming regulators |
| Availability | Online sports in 25+ US states + DC; online casino in fewer states |
| Market position | #2 US sportsbook by GGR (~34%), behind FanDuel |
| Casino | Slots, table games, live dealer where licensed |
| Payments | PayPal, cards, online banking, shared wallet; no fees. No crypto |
| Apps | Best-in-class iOS & Android; Sports & Casino Super App |
Where DraftKings is licensed
DraftKings appears on the official register in 3 countries — 3 for sports betting and 2 for casino. We only feature it in markets where it holds a licence to accept you.
North America (2)
Central America & Caribbean (1)
About DraftKings
DraftKings was founded in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matthew Kalish and Paul Liberman as a daily fantasy sports platform in Boston, and went public on the Nasdaq (DKNG) in 2020. Since the US legalised sports betting it has grown into one of the two biggest US online operators alongside FanDuel, offering sports betting, online casino, DFS and prediction markets. It is licensed and available strictly state by state within the United States, tying its products together in a single-wallet Super App.
FAQ
Is DraftKings safe and legit?
Yes — DraftKings is a Nasdaq-listed company (DKNG) licensed by individual US state gaming regulators, which are among the strictest in the world. It only operates where a state has approved it, so it's both safe and legal in those states.
Which US states is DraftKings available in?
DraftKings offers online sports betting in more than 25 US states plus Washington, D.C., and online casino in a smaller set of states. Availability changes as states legalise, so check the DraftKings site for your state.
What is the DraftKings welcome bonus?
DraftKings offers a new-customer welcome offer in each state where it operates — sportsbook or casino depending on the state. The exact amount and terms vary by state and change over time, so always check your state's current offer on the DraftKings site before claiming.
Does DraftKings accept crypto?
No. DraftKings uses US-regulated payment methods — PayPal, cards, online banking and its own wallet — rather than cryptocurrency.
