In the vibrant world of South African betting sites, AllStars emerges as a distinctive player, ready to make its mark with its unique features. While it may not have the same level of recognition as industry giants like Betway or Hollywoodbets, it offers a diverse range of betting options that cater to a variety of punters, setting it apart from competitors that offer a more one-dimensional experience.
Under the vigilant oversight of the National Gambling Board, AllStars provides a comprehensive range of betting options, including sports betting, lotteries, greyhound racing, and casino games. This selection, presented through a user-friendly interface, was rigorously tested and proved to be reliable even during peak betting periods.
Sports Betting: A Fully Equipped Roster
The AllStars sportsbook offers a global selection of tournaments and leagues. From Japan’s J-League to South Africa’s PSL and even lower-profile leagues like Mexico’s U23 Liga MX, there are plenty of games to browse.
While football understandably dominates (as it does almost everywhere south of the equator), it’s a welcome surprise to discover that tennis, basketball, ice hockey, and MMA also get decent shelf space.
We tested a cross-continental accumulator — a Turkish league match, a South African derby, and a random one-off in the Algerian Cup — and found the experience frictionless and smooth. Odds-wise, AllStars is slightly more cautious than an operator like Betway, but the margins are still fair.
One drawback is that there’s no live streaming of games, which feels somewhat outdated in today’s fast-paced, TikTok-driven era. That said, the bet slip is snappy and practical — we didn’t get any of the dreaded “bet rejected” pop-ups, even on busy evening schedules.
Lotto and Greyhounds: A Surprisingly Strong Suit
If you assumed AllStars was just another football-focused sportsbook, the lotteries section will surprise you — in a good way.
You can punt tens of foreign draws, from Russia Gosloto to Swiss Lotto, UK 49’s, Irish Lotto, and even Texas Pick 3. There is even the chance of maximizing your returns by betting on multiple numbers simultaneously — not a bad option for anyone who considers themselves a bit lucky.
The Greyhound Racing section isn’t window dressing either. We placed a swift midday wager on a race at Hove (hi to the eternally plucky Lichen Dot) and found the listings crisp, odds reasonable, and results refreshed in real time. It’s much more robust than you find on some newer websites that half-heartedly add greyhounds solely for the SEO advantage.
Slots and Casino: Lots of Old Friends
Shoo away, Sunday tidy-up time — procrastination genius occurs in AllStars’ “Vegas” tab.
A-listers Pragmatic Play and AGT generate most of the slot volume. Sweet Bonanza, Buffalo King Megaways, and Gates of Olympus are included, along with some data-light instant games for gamers with unstable Wi-Fi connections to contend with (a helpful acknowledgement of reality).
We also tried out a mini-session of Hot Pepper on a traffic jam (stopped cold, naturally — safety first.), and even without an app, the browser experience was smooth and responsive.
The Live Casino area also excels with the heavy hitters like Lightning Roulette, Crazy Time, and a couple of blackjack tables with Infinite Blackjack. Streamed by Evolution Gaming, the live streams were crisp even over mobile networks — no rage-quitting due to lag.
Mobile Betting Experience
To be fair, AllStars would benefit from a purpose-built mobile app. In 2025, asking players to stick with browser access feels a little like asking someone to fax over a bet slip.
All that said, credit where credit is due — the mobile site itself is light, quick, and as no-frills as it can be. It’s user-friendly, with minimal graphics and fast loading times. Navigation between sports, slots, and lotteries is seamless. Compared to the frequently glacial mobile sites of big-brand operators like Hollywoodbets, AllStars at least respects your time and makes your betting experience comfortable and stress-free.
Welcome Bonus: Reasonable and Uncomplicated
New players at AllStars can claim a 100% first deposit bonus of up to R1000, with a few conditions, of course.
You will need to register with the promo code ‘Stars’, deposit cash, and place a minimum bet of R50 with odds of 1.8. The bonus will be credited to your account within 24 hours and must be used within 14 days. Winnings on bonus bets will also have to be wagered before withdrawal — the standard practice in South Africa nowadays.
Although less instant than Betway’s R10 free offer, it feels slightly more sincere, encouraging actual betting rather than bonus-chasing.
Deposits and Banking: Local, Simple, Effective
Funding your account is refreshingly simple. Supported methods include:
- Direct Bank Deposit (by Standard Bank)
- Ozow
- OTT Voucher
- 1Voucher
Direct deposit customers will need to use their account ID when transferring funds. Payments were processed within an hour during a mid-afternoon midweek test — a satisfactory performance compared to rivals that often take 24 hours or longer.
Withdrawals: Players must cash out winnings to the Main Wallet within 30 days to avoid losing bonus credits — a reasonable rule, but easy to forget if distracted.
Customer Support: No-Nonsense but Responsive
If things go wrong, there’s a complete support team waiting to leap in:
- Email: customercare@allstars.bet
- Phone: 010 980 5190
- WhatsApp: +27 71 369 3265
- After Hours Support: +27 76 217 7794
- Social Media: Facebook and X (Twitter)
We tested the WhatsApp channel with an easy FICA documents question and got a polite, informative response in under 10 minutes. It’s not a slick chatbot or flashy helpdesk, but real human support is often far better than canned responses.
This level of responsive customer support will make you feel supported and cared for as an AllStars user.
Conclusion
AllStars doesn’t reinvent the wheel — and that’s part of its charm. It’s a no-nonsense, functional, South African-licensed betting site that is not weighed down trying to be a Betway replica.
There’s work to be done (a mobile app wouldn’t go amiss, and more comprehensive betting markets would complete the sportsbook). Still, as a low-friction, multi-category betting experience, it more than holds its own.
With its packed lottery section, solid sportsbook, and mobile-optimized casino games, AllStars deserves a spot on your radar.