A well-known US sportsbook brand operated by Penn Entertainment under licence from ESPN
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Pros
- Well-known, established operator backed by Penn Entertainment and ESPN
- Straightforward bet-and-get welcome offer, no code required
- Additional $1,000 first-bet-reset promotion available
- No major documented scandal found in this research pass
Cons
- Source data indicates a rebrand to theScore Bet in late 2025 — confirm current brand status directly
- Exact offer terms vary by state
- Restricted to players 21 and over
Our verdict
ESPN Bet is a well-known US sportsbook brand, operated by Penn Entertainment under a licensing deal with ESPN, state-licensed across most legal US betting markets. The welcome offer is a straightforward bet $10 get $100 in bonus bets, requiring no promo code, with terms varying by state. A separate $1,000 first-bet-reset promotion is also available via 5x$20 bonus bets, 7-day expiry, using code DIME or ELITE, for players 21 and over. Source data indicates the brand was rebranded to theScore Bet in late 2025 — worth confirming directly before signing up, as this affects which brand name and offer are currently live. No major independently-documented scandal was found during this research pass.
How we rated it
Bonuses & value (20%)7.5
A straightforward bet $10 get $100 bonus bets offer requiring no code, plus a separate $1,000 first-bet-reset promotion.
Trust & licensing (30%)7.5
A real positive: a well-known, established US operator with state-by-state licensing, though the source-flagged rebrand to theScore Bet should be verified directly.
Sportsbook (40%)7.2
A well-known, state-licensed US sportsbook brand backed by Penn Entertainment and the ESPN media partnership.
Customer support (20%)7
No major documented complaint pattern found.
Quick facts
| Licensing | US state-by-state sports betting licences (via Penn Entertainment) |
| Markets | United States (state-dependent) |
| Welcome bonus | Bet $10, get $100 in bonus bets, no code required |
| Extra | $1,000 first-bet reset (5x$20 bonus bets, code DIME/ELITE, 21+) |
Where ESPN Bet is licensed
ESPN Bet appears on the official register in 1 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
North America (1)
About ESPN Bet
ESPN Bet is a well-known US sportsbook brand operated by Penn Entertainment under a licensing deal with ESPN, holding state-by-state sports betting licences across most legal US betting markets. New players get a straightforward bet $10 get $100 in bonus bets offer requiring no promo code, though exact terms vary by state. A separate $1,000 first-bet-reset promotion is also available, structured as 5x$20 bonus bets with a 7-day expiry, using code DIME or ELITE, restricted to players 21 and over. Source data indicates the brand was rebranded to theScore Bet in late 2025 — this should be confirmed directly, as it affects which brand and offer are currently active. No major independently-documented scandal was found during this research pass.
ESPN Bet FAQ
Is ESPN Bet safe and legit?
Yes — ESPN Bet is operated by Penn Entertainment under a licensing deal with ESPN, holding state-by-state US sports betting licences. No major scandal was found during this research. Note: source data indicates a rebrand to theScore Bet occurred in late 2025 — confirm current brand status.
What is the ESPN Bet welcome bonus?
Bet $10, get $100 in bonus bets, no code required, terms vary by state. A separate $1,000 first-bet-reset offer is also available via 5x$20 bonus bets, code DIME or ELITE.