Side-by-Side
Fanatics Sportsbook vs theScore Bet
A direct comparison of two Colorado-licensed sportsbooks. Both operators are regulated by the Colorado Division of Gaming.
Option A
Fanatics Sportsbook
★★★★☆Bet $5, Get $200 FanCash
Merch Rewards VS
Option B theScore Bet
★★★★☆Bet $10, Get $250
Content Integration Head-to-head comparison
| Attribute | Fanatics Sportsbook | theScore Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Welcome bonus | Bet $5, Get $200 FanCash | Bet $10, Get $250 |
| Bonus condition | Or $1,000 matched in FanCash | Rebranded from ESPN BET Dec 2025 |
| Promo code | No code required; use links | No code required; use links |
| Minimum deposit | $5 | $10 |
| Withdrawal speed | 24-72 hrs | 24-72 hrs |
| App rating | 4.8 ★ | 4.3 ★ |
| Launched in CO | 2023 (acquired PointsBet US assets) | 2023 (as ESPN BET); rebranded December 2025 |
| Retail partner | Inherited via PointsBet | Ameristar Black Hawk |
| Payment methods | Online Banking, Debit Card, PayPal, Apple Pay | Online Banking, Debit Card, PayPal, Play+ Card |
Fanatics Sportsbook pros
- 1% FanCash on every bet redeemable at fanatics.com
- Highly-rated app among new releases
- Frequent boosted odds for jersey-day promos
Fanatics Sportsbook cons
- Smaller live-betting menu than market leaders
- Withdrawal options narrower than DraftKings or FanDuel
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, Fanatics Sportsbook edges theScore Bet with a 4.5/5 rating versus 4.4/5. Fanatics entered Colorado in 2023 by absorbing PointsBet's US operations. The differentiator is FanCash; every wager earns 1% back redeemable for jerseys, memorabilia and tickets at Fanatics.com; and the app has the highest App Store rating of any 2023+ launch.
Bettors prioritizing low minimums should note Fanatics Sportsbook accepts $5 deposits versus $10 at the alternative.
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.