Best New Jersey Sports Betting Apps 2026

New Jersey is the reason legal sports betting exists anywhere in the United States outside Nevada. The state challenged the federal PASPA ban all the way to the Supreme Court and won in May 2018, and mobile betting launched that August with DraftKings the first app to go live. As of mid-2026, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement lists 14 licensed online operators, more than almost any other state in the country.

I have tested every licensed sports betting app available in New Jersey. What follows covers every operator, the markets that are open to you, the ones that are not, and how New Jersey taxes a win.

Every licensed New Jersey sports betting app reviewed

New Jersey requires every online betting app to partner with an existing Atlantic City casino or racetrack licensee, and each licensee can operate up to three separate mobile platforms, known as skins. That structure is why the state supports more competing apps than almost anywhere else. Here is the full field.

FanDuel

FanDuel is the revenue leader in New Jersey and operates through its partnership with the Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, home to one of the highest-grossing retail sportsbooks in the country thanks to its proximity to New York City. The app is fast, the same-game parlay builder is the most intuitive in the market, and live betting odds update without noticeable delay. FanDuel’s Spread the Love promotion, where enough bets on one side of a line shifts the spread in bettors’ favour, is a distinctive feature you will not find anywhere else. Read my full FanDuel sports betting app review for a deeper look.

DraftKings

DraftKings became the first legal online betting app in New Jersey when it launched in August 2018, and it has remained a top competitor for market share ever since. The app offers the broadest range of betting markets of any operator in the state, from the major US leagues through to darts, snooker, table tennis, and niche international competitions. The daily promotions for existing users, including stepped-up parlays and personalized odds boosts, land more reliably than almost anywhere else. Read my full DraftKings sports betting app review for the complete picture.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. DraftKings frequently adjusts its welcome offer, so check the app for the latest terms
Sports: The widest market selection in New Jersey. NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer, tennis, golf, MMA, boxing, esports, darts, snooker, and table tennis
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Venmo, online banking, Play+, Apple Pay, wire transfer
Land-based partner: Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City
Best for: Bettors in New Jersey who want the widest market list and something running most days, not just at sign-up

BetMGM

BetMGM operates through its partnership with Borgata, one of Atlantic City’s largest casino properties. The standout feature is MGM Rewards integration, meaning your sports betting activity earns tier credits toward free nights, dining, and entertainment at MGM properties nationwide, including Borgata itself. The Edit My Bet feature, which lets you adjust legs of an active parlay before it settles, remains one of the strongest tools of its kind in the market. Read my full BetMGM sports betting app review for my complete assessment.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. BetMGM typically offers a first-bet bonus. Check the app for current terms
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer, tennis, golf, MMA. Edit My Bet feature for adjusting active parlays
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Venmo, online banking, Play+, Apple Pay
Land-based partner: Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa, Atlantic City
Best for: Bettors who value MGM Rewards integration and want their sports betting to earn tier credits

Caesars

Caesars operates in New Jersey through its partnership with the Tropicana in Atlantic City, and the app remains one of the most generous in the market for ongoing profit boosts. Caesars Rewards credits earned through betting can be redeemed at any Caesars property in the country, including a stay at the Tropicana itself. Caesars also opened the first branded live dealer studio inside the Tropicana in 2025, extending the brand’s physical footprint in the state beyond sports betting alone. Read my full Caesars sports betting app review for the full breakdown.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. Caesars typically offers regular profit boosts for existing users on top of the sign-up bonus. Open the app to see the current terms.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer, tennis, golf, MMA. Same-game parlay builder and competitive odds on major markets
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, online banking, Play+, Apple Pay
Land-based partner: Tropicana Atlantic City
Best for: Bettors who want Caesars Rewards integration and frequent profit boosts on existing bets

bet365

New Jersey is bet365’s primary US jurisdiction, and it shows. The app soft-launched in NJ in August 2019 and has grown into one of the deepest live betting products available anywhere in the state. Decades of international experience across European and Asian markets carry over into the breadth of coverage here, including cricket, rugby, and lower-tier European soccer leagues that most US-focused competitors do not touch. If you want the widest possible range of in-play markets, bet365 is the strongest option in New Jersey.

theScore Bet

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. Terms change, so read them in the app first.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer, tennis, MMA. Integrated sports news feed and live scoring within the app
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, online banking, Play+
Land-based partner: Operates under the former ESPN BET New Jersey licence, tied to Hollywood Casino at Penn National (via Penn Entertainment)
Best for: Bettors who want integrated sports news, stats, and scores alongside their betting without switching between apps

BetRivers

BetRivers is operated by Rush Street Interactive and has built a strong reputation on getting the fundamentals right rather than chasing flash. Competitive odds, a clean interface, and RushPay instant withdrawals set it apart. The iRush Rewards loyalty program returns value on every bet, and the second-chance bet offer for new users is one of the more straightforward welcome structures in the state.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. BetRivers typically offers a second-chance bet for new sign-ups. Check the cashier for what is running now.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer, tennis, golf
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, online banking, Play+. RushPay instant withdrawals available
Land-based partner: SugarHouse HSP Gaming, Atlantic City
Best for: Bettors who prioritize fast withdrawals via RushPay and a no-fuss loyalty program

Fanatics

Fanatics entered New Jersey after acquiring PointsBet’s US operations in 2024, with existing PointsBet accounts and balances migrated automatically to the new platform. The app connects to the Fanatics fan loyalty ecosystem, letting you earn FanCash on every wager that can be redeemed for bonus bets or spent on officially licensed team merchandise. NFL live streaming is available directly in the app during the season, a genuine perk if you follow football closely.

Hard Rock Bet

Hard Rock Bet operates through Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Atlantic City and ties into the Unity by Hard Rock loyalty program, letting you earn and redeem rewards across Hard Rock properties worldwide. The app runs frequent in-app promotions including daily boosts and parlay specials, giving it a livelier feel than some of the more static competitors in the state.

Bally Bet

Bally Bet is a quieter presence in the New Jersey market, operating through Bally’s Atlantic City. The app covers the major sports with standard market depth and includes the responsible gambling tools required of every licensed operator. It does not carry the same promotional weight as the larger national platforms, but for bettors who want a clean, no-fuss interface without a constant stream of push notifications, Bally Bet delivers a straightforward experience.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. What is on offer is shown in the app.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, soccer
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, online banking, Play+
Land-based partner: Bally’s Atlantic City
Best for: Casual bettors who want a clean, simple interface without frequent promotional noise

BetPARX

BetPARX is tied to Parx Casino’s New Jersey licence and offers a functional, if unspectacular, betting experience. The app covers all major US sports and includes standard live betting markets. It is one of the smaller operators by market share in New Jersey, but it is fully licensed and gives bettors another set of odds to compare before placing a significant wager.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. The app shows the terms that apply to you.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, online banking, Play+
Land-based partner: Parx Casino affiliate licence
Best for: Bettors who want an additional line to compare against the bigger operators before betting

Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget operates its own betting app through its Atlantic City property and is one of the more established regional names in the state, having offered online casino and betting products in New Jersey for years. The app itself is straightforward, covering the major leagues with competitive odds, and the loyalty program ties into Golden Nugget’s broader casino rewards structure.

Welcome offer: New user bonus available. Current terms are published in the app.
Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports
Banking: Visa, Mastercard, online banking, Play+
Land-based partner: Golden Nugget Atlantic City
Best for: Bettors who already use Golden Nugget’s online casino and want their sports betting under the same loyalty account

What you can bet on in New Jersey

New Jersey’s sports betting market is broad, with one significant restriction worth knowing before you sign up.

Professional sports: All major US leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, WNBA) and international sports are fully available for betting
College sports: You can bet on most college games. However, wagering is banned on in-state college teams such as Rutgers and Seton Hall, and on any college event physically held within New Jersey, regardless of which teams are playing. New Jersey voters rejected a 2021 ballot referendum that would have lifted this restriction
Esports: Legal and available at select operators
In-play betting: Fully available across all licensed apps
Parlays, teasers, and props: All available on professional sports and on eligible college games
Political and non-sporting event markets: Not available. Wagers must be tied to legitimate sporting events under state regulations

Tax on what you win

All sports betting winnings are taxable in New Jersey.

New Jersey state tax: Gambling winnings are subject to New Jersey gross income tax. Rates depend on your total income bracket
Federal tax: Gambling winnings are taxable income under federal law. For winnings over $5,000, federal tax may be withheld at the source
Reporting: You are responsible for reporting all gambling winnings on your tax return, regardless of amount
Losses: You can deduct gambling losses against winnings if you itemize deductions, but only up to the total amount you won
Operator tax rate: New Jersey taxes online sports betting operator revenue at 13%. A proposed 2025 budget sought to raise online gaming and sports betting tax rates, which drew criticism from the Atlantic City gaming industry over the potential impact on operators

Signing up

The registration process is the same across all licensed New Jersey sports betting apps.

Age: You must be 21 or older
Location: You must be physically located within New Jersey state lines when placing a bet. All licensed apps use geolocation technology to verify this in real time. You do not need to be a New Jersey resident, only physically present in the state at the moment you bet
Identity verification: You will need to provide your full name, address, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. Some apps may require a photo of your government-issued ID
Multi-factor authentication: New Jersey requires operators to verify your identity at least once every two weeks using a password plus a second factor such as an electronic token, ID card, or biometric data
Time to register: The full sign-up process takes under five minutes on any of the apps listed above
Multiple accounts: You can sign up at as many licensed apps as you want. There is no restriction on holding accounts at multiple operators

The New Jersey regulator

All sports betting in New Jersey is overseen by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), part of the state Attorney General’s office, which has regulated Atlantic City casinos since 1977. The DGE licenses operators, conducts independent testing of apps, audits odds, and enforces responsible gambling requirements. If you have a dispute with a licensed operator, you must first complain directly to the operator; if unresolved, the DGE handles the formal dispute process.

You can verify any New Jersey sports betting operator or check the latest regulatory updates at the DGE website: njoag.gov

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Frequently asked questions about New Jersey sports betting apps

Here are the questions I get asked most about sports betting in New Jersey.

Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?

Yes. Online and mobile sports betting has been legal and fully operational in New Jersey since August 2018, following the Supreme Court’s May 2018 ruling in Murphy v. NCAA, which struck down the federal PASPA ban. The market is regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement and currently has 14 licensed online operators.

How old do I have to be to bet on sports in New Jersey?

You must be 21 years old or older to place a sports bet in New Jersey, whether online or at a retail location. This applies to all licensed sports betting apps and all land-based locations, verified during registration through identity checks.

Can I bet on college sports in New Jersey?

You can bet on most college sports, but with one significant restriction. Wagering on New Jersey college teams, such as Rutgers and Seton Hall, is banned, and you also cannot bet on any college event physically held within the state, regardless of which teams are competing. New Jersey voters rejected a 2021 ballot measure that would have removed this restriction, so it remains in place.

Do I have to be a New Jersey resident to bet?

No. Residency is not required. You only need to be 21 or older and physically located within New Jersey state lines when you place a wager, which is confirmed by geolocation technology built into every licensed app. A Pennsylvania resident visiting Atlantic City can legally bet while physically in New Jersey.

Can I use more than one sports betting app?

Yes, and I would recommend it. New Jersey’s competitive market means odds and promotions vary meaningfully between operators. Signing up at several licensed apps lets you compare lines before placing a bet, which adds up to better value over time. There is no restriction on holding multiple accounts.

Do I have to pay tax on my winnings?

Yes. Gambling winnings are subject to New Jersey gross income tax as well as federal tax. For winnings over $5,000, tax may be withheld at the source. Keep records of your bets, wins, and losses for tax reporting purposes, and consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

What happened to ESPN BET in New Jersey?

ESPN BET shut down nationwide on December 1, 2025. Penn Entertainment, which operated ESPN BET, rebranded it as theScore Bet. Existing accounts, balances, and open bets carried over automatically.This means, if you had an ESPN BET account in New Jersey, you already have a theScore Bet account with the same login. Read my ESPN BET explainer for the full transition details.

What is the best sports betting app in New Jersey?

There is no single best app for everyone. FanDuel takes the biggest share of the New Jersey market and is the tidiest app of the lot. DraftKings has the widest market selection. BetMGM is strongest for MGM Rewards integration. bet365 has the deepest live betting and international sports coverage. BetRivers offers the fastest withdrawals via RushPay. I keep multiple apps on my phone and compare odds before placing any significant bet, since New Jersey’s competitive market means the differences between operators matter more than in most states.

Where can I bet in person in New Jersey?

Retail sportsbooks operate at all nine Atlantic City casinos, plus the Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford and Monmouth Park in Oceanport. The Meadowlands location is one of the highest-grossing retail sportsbooks in the country due to its proximity to New York City.

Always gamble responsibly. So, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit 800gambler.org for New Jersey-specific support. You can always check my responsible gambling page for further support options.