Side-by-Side
Circa Sports vs theScore Bet
A direct comparison of two Colorado-licensed sportsbooks. Both operators are regulated by the Colorado Division of Gaming.
Option A
Circa Sports
★★★★☆Sharp-focused pricing
Sharp Bettors VS
Option B theScore Bet
★★★★☆Bet $10, Get $250
Content Integration Head-to-head comparison
| Attribute | Circa Sports | theScore Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Welcome bonus | Sharp-focused pricing | Bet $10, Get $250 |
| Bonus condition | No welcome bonus | Rebranded from ESPN BET Dec 2025 |
| Promo code | N/A | No code required; use links |
| Minimum deposit | $10 | $10 |
| Withdrawal speed | 24-48 hrs | 24-72 hrs |
| App rating | 4.5 ★ | 4.3 ★ |
| Launched in CO | 2021 | 2023 (as ESPN BET); rebranded December 2025 |
| Retail partner | Held remotely via Colorado license | Ameristar Black Hawk |
| Payment methods | Online Banking, Debit Card, Wire Transfer | Online Banking, Debit Card, PayPal, Play+ Card |
Circa Sports pros
- Highest limits in Colorado
- Sharp-friendly: no limiting of winners
- Tightest pricing on sides and totals
- SuperContest entry from CO
Circa Sports cons
- No welcome bonus
- Small live-betting menu
- No casino games
theScore Bet pros
- Integrated scores, news and betting in one app
- PENN Play loyalty across casinos
- Strong promo cadence for new accounts
theScore Bet cons
- Brand transition created some user-experience friction
- Smaller live-bet menu than bet365
Verdict
Across our scoring rubric, Circa Sports edges theScore Bet with a 4.6/5 rating versus 4.4/5. Circa Sports is built for serious bettors. There is no welcome promo, but limits are the highest in the state, the lines move based on sharp action rather than recreational, and Colorado bettors can enter the famous SuperContest NFL handicapping competition.
Best move: try both. Welcome offers are one-time, so claiming each operator's promo lets you compare apps with real money before settling in.
Must be 21+ and physically located in Colorado. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or the Colorado Crisis Services line at 1-800-522-4700.