New York Sports Betting — Best Sportsbooks and Apps | OutKick

A general view of betting odds on the video board at the Westgate SuperBook sports book on Aug. 4, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images)

New York online sports betting has been live since Jan. 8, 2022, when the New York State Gaming Commission licensed its first online operators. Bettors in the state can now choose from nine sportsbook apps.

Is Sports Betting Legal in New York?

Sports betting is legal in New York for anyone over the age of 21 within the state boundaries. You can bet both online or via retail locations as of Jan. 8, 2022. 

Best New York Sportsbooks and Betting Apps

Finding the best sportsbook is a personal endeavor, but we want to help you out. Consider things like welcome offers, the best odds, ease of use and search, and how quickly the app pays out on bets. There are other considerations as well, but below is a list of some of the New York Sportsbook apps. 

FanDuel Sportsbook New York

• FanDuel Sportsbook has very fast load times and overall smooth navigation.
• Widely recognized among bettors as the premier option for Same Game Parlays thanks to the bet builder and real-time odds updates.
• FanDuel Sportsbook New York offers fast payout processing, especially when using PayPal, Venmo, or online banking.
• Livestreaming integration allows for tracking wagers in the app as the action unfolds.
• There is no real loyalty program for FanDuel Sportsbooks, which is a drawback compared to other apps.

BetMGM Sportsbook New York

• Perhaps the best rewards program on the market, especially if you like to travel, as points can be redeemed for stays and perks at MGM resort properties nationwide.
• The live betting on the BetMGM Sportsbook app is robust and has more markets than a lot of competing books.
• The lines are often better on BetMGM than you’ll find at other competitors.
• The Edit My Bet feature allows you to modify open wagers, giving you a potential advantage on the sportsbook. 
• The biggest drawback of using the app is that it can be bulky and slow to load.

Fanatics Sportsbook New York

• FanCash is lauded as one of the better rewards programs, as you can redeem it for things sold on Fanatics.com.
• The UI and UX are potentially the best on the market and provide users with a sleek, modern design.
• Most sports bettors have a favorite team, and Fanatics plays into that with the ability to customize their home screen with their favorite New York teams and betting preferences.
• Customer support is consistently cited as a drawback of the app, as they can be difficult to reach to resolve issues.

theScore Bet New York

• The incorporation of the media aspect — linking stories and stats to theScore Bet is one difference between this and other competitors.
• The bet slip is very streamlined, which makes it easy to use and keeps things uncomplicated.
• PENN Play Rewards are given with every wager, and those can be used for bonus bets or at PENN casinos.
• There are generally good line values offered for the four major sports, especially in game options.
• The interface is a bit behind in terms of UI and UX for theScore Bet compared to other sports betting apps.

New York Sportsbook Welcome Offers

New York sports betting apps welcome new players with several signup promotions, primarily bonus bets, bet-and-get promos, and deposit matches. With a bet-and-get deal, depositing and placing a small initial wager unlocks a set amount of bonus credits (such as bet $5 and get $50). Deposit matches match a percentage—or the full total—of your first deposit with promo funds. While these bonus credits function like cash for placing bets inside the app, they cannot be directly withdrawn and will expire if not used within a specified timeframe.

How to Sign Up for a Sportsbook in New York

1. Download the New York sportsbook app of your choice.
2. Enter your personal information.
3. Go through account verification and location checks.
4. Deposit funds into your account.
5. Claim the welcome offer. Note: This step may be completed during the sign-up process.
6. Place your first wager. (You must be within the state limits to wager, and note that being by the border of a state could fail the geolocation check).

New York Sports Betting Laws and Timeline

After the US Supreme Court lifted the federal ban on sports betting, New York opened the first retail locations in July 2019. Mobile sports betting was legalized in April 2021 with Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Breeding Law 1367-a. The first mobile app went live on Jan. 8th 2022 and is overseen by the New York State Gaming Commission.     

Teams and Markets to Bet On in New York

New York is among the most diverse states in the country for professional sports teams. In the NBA, the New York Knicks have captured the hearts of many with a recent championship. The Brooklyn Nets are another basketball option. The NFL has two teams with New York in the name, the Jets and Giants (though both technically play in New Jersey). The Buffalo Bills are the only NFL team with a stadium in New York State. The Bronx Bombers, otherwise known as the Yankees, are among the most storied franchises in all sports history. The Mets are also a baseball team that plays in New York. Hockey can’t be forgotten for having two teams, either, with the Rangers and Islanders both representing the major market.  

College Sports Betting Rules in New York

You can bet legally on college sports in New York. However, there are strict stipulations to betting on them. You cannot place a wager on a college team from the state of New York. For example, you cannot bet on a game involving Syracuse if you’re in New York. You cannot bet on any college sporting event that takes place in New York, so even when Duke plays Illinois at Madison Square Garden, you cannot wager on it. There are also no college player props allowed in New York sports betting. 

Retail Sportsbooks in New York

There are multiple locations in New York that offer retail sports betting. The majority of them are at casinos, both in upstate New York and tribal locations. 

Licensed Retail Locations:

del Lago Resort & Casino (DraftKings Sportsbook) – Waterloo

Resorts World Catskills (Sportsbook 360) – Monticello

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady (Rivers Sportsbook) – Schenectady

Tioga Downs Casino Resort (FanDuel Sportsbook) – Nichols

Turning Stone Resort Casino (Caesars Sportsbook) – Verona

Yellow Brick Road Casino (Caesars Sportsbook) – Chittenango

Point Place Casino (Caesars Sportsbook) – Bridgeport

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino (The Sports Lounge) – Niagara Falls

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino (The Sports Lounge) – Salamanca

Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino (The Sports Lounge) – Buffalo

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort (Sticks Sports Book & Grill) – Hogansburg

Responsible Gambling Resources in New York

• 1-800-GAMBLER
• 1-800-MY-RESET
• National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous
• 877.846.7369 – New York HOPEline
• New York Council on Problem Gambling – 518-867-4084
• NYS Gaming Commision Self-Exclusion

New York Sports Betting FAQ

Is sports betting legal in New York?

Yes, sports betting is legal in New York. You need to be 21 years old and physically inside the state at the time of the wager with a registered account. 

What is the best sportsbook in New York?

Depending on what you’re looking for, New York sportsbooks have a variety of options for users to entice them. Consider welcome offers, bonuses, payout structure, ease of use, and how fun it is. You can use as many apps as you’d like so try them all and use which you feel is best.

How old do you have to be to bet in New York?

You must be 21 years old to bet on sports in New York.

Can you bet on college sports in New York?

Yes; however, there are extensive stipulations specific to New York sports betting. You cannot wager on any game taking place in New York between two college teams. You cannot bet on or against any New York college or university in any game they are playing. There are no player prop bets allowed on collegiate games.

Do you have to live in New York to bet there?

No, you do not need to live in New York to bet there; you only have to be physically located in the state to place the wager.

How many sportsbooks are legal in New York?

There are currently nine legal sportsbooks in New York. 

Can you bet on sports in New York without an app?

Yes, there are multiple retail sportsbook locations that are available for you to wager at in person. All are located at casinos.