The early 2000s were not just the start of a new era, but also marked the rise of the “Digital Age.” Nowadays, the internet is omnipresent. People are constantly and consistently connected to cyberspace. Not only do we work and shop online, but we also find a lot of entertainment. For example, the rise of sports betting websites has not gone unnoticed by fans of such things.
In fact, it is so popular to wager online, that internet
bookies have all but overshadowed their land-based counterparts. Many might
ask, “why visit a sportsbook, when I can do all my betting online? Indeed, it is that
kind of mentality that has contributed to the rise of the sports betting
industry on the internet. That is why, in this article, we’d like to look at
the advantages of online betting.
Convenience
At the top of the list of upsides is convenience. Anyone who
has tried betting online will tell you that it is a lot easier to click a few
buttons on your phone, then visit the local bookie. It makes sense if you stop
to think about it. Even if the sportsbook is within walking distance, one would
still need to dress up and walk to the destination. With online bookies, you
just have to click a few buttons on your phone or PC.
It is especially easier now that mobile apps have made
sports betting even more convenient. Sportsbooks have noted that people are
more likely to wager using their phones. To that end, they’ve adapted their
websites to be mobile accessible. Those that haven’t have launched apps, making
access even easier than ever before.
More Options
Land-based bookies often cover a select few options. Some of
the bigger chain shops may have greater diversity. However, online bookies
cover all sorts of bizarre sports that you might not have even think to wager
on. Of course, football, basketball, cricket, and other
popular sports are all there. But, how about wagering on motorboat races,
chess, or fencing?
Not only that, but online bookies also offer a lot of
different bet types, such as match bets, point spreads, over/under wagers,
props, and future odds. You can also easily compare the odds at one bookie to
those of another, as both are just a click away. This makes it easier to decide
which of the two websites offers better odds.
Is There a Downside?
The two advantages brought up in this article are only the
start. There are so much more upsides to online bookies, that some may wonder
if there is even a downside? The truth is that there is one major con to
betting online. That is the lack of camaraderie that comes with sports betting.
For years, sports have been a place where people gather to,
not just watch a thrilling match, but also socialize with friends and strangers
with whom they may share hobbies. However, with online bookies, that sense of
community is lost. Still, there are enough upsides to more than make up for
this failing.
