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What is the BetRivers Iowa promo?

The BetRivers Iowa sportsbook promo is a $100 second chance bet. Example: To claim the promo, visit the BetRivers website, make your first-time deposit with code SPORTS, and place your first real money sports wager. If your wager loses, you'll receive a Bonus Bet equal to your stake, up to $100, within 24 hours. This Bonus Bet expires 30 days after being issued. The promo requires a single deposit of $10 or more. Qualifying wagers must be on sportsbook offerings with odds of -200 or longer.

BetRivers IA Bonus

Sign-up bonus: Second Chance Bet Up To $100
Promo code: SPORTS
Minimum deposit: $10
Last updated: October 2024

Sportsbook overview

Sportsbook: BetRivers
Legal in Iowa: Yes
Partner in Iowa: Wild Rose Casino
Payment methods:
(+5)

Rush Street Interactive’s BetRivers Sportsbook was launched in Pittsburgh, PA in December 2018 as a retail sportsbook at Rivers Casino. BetRivers Sportsbook launched online the following year, in June 2019, first in Pennsylvania before expanding throughout the country.

Now live in 15 states including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, BetRivers Iowa launched in January 2021 in partnership with Wild Rose Resort and Casino. Despite the partnership, which is required under Iowa’s sports betting legislation, BetRivers does not yet have a retail sportsbook in the state.

As one of the leaders in the U.S. sportsbook industry, BetRivers continues to expand its state footprint and offerings every single year, and it is one of the most popular sportsbooks in Iowa.

How to sign up for BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa and claim the bonus

Screenshot of BetRivers Illinois homepage

The best way to sign up for a BetRivers Sportsbook account in Iowa and claim the Iowa welcome bonus is to start going to their website. Here’s what to expect from there.

  1. Go to the BetRivers Iowa website.
  2. Open a new valid BetRivers Iowa account to become eligible for the promotion.
  3. Make your first deposit and use the claim code SPORTS while making the deposit.
  4. Place your first real money sports wager.
  5. If your first wager loses, receive a Bonus Bet equal to your stake, up to $100. The Bonus Bet will be loaded to your account within 24 hours of your wager settling as a loss.

Does the BetRivers Iowa promo need a promo code?

To activate the BetRivers Iowa bonus, you need a promo code. When making your first deposit, use the code SPORTS. This will qualify you for a $100 second chance bonus bet if your first real money sports wager loses. 

We will make sure to update this page should there be any changes or updates to the requirement of a promo code to activate the BetRivers Iowa offer.

Terms and conditions for the BetRivers promo in Iowa

Below you'll find some of the most important terms and conditions for the BetRivers IA promo.

  • To partake, a bettor must deposit $10 or more as their initial deposit with the specific code SPORTS.
  • Place your first real money sports wager; if it doesn't win, you get a Bonus Bet matching your stake, up to $100.
  • The Bonus Bet is credited to your account within 24 hours after your loss has been confirmed.
  • You have 30 days to use the Bonus Bet before it expires.
  • Attempting risk-free or low-risk bets to manipulate the promotion will invalidate your participation.
  • The Bonus Bet can only be placed on sports events with odds of -200 or longer, and cannot be used on House Specials or combined with other promotions.
  • Cash-outs, voided, cancelled, pushed bets, and early buy-out/counter bets disqualify you from the promotion and Bonus Bet winnings.

Other promotions on BetRivers Iowa

It’s not just a solid welcome offer that is enticing new bettors to head to BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa, as there are a few other promotions worth mentioning. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the other Iowa betting promos on BetRivers Sportsbook.

  • Super Odds Boosts: Often focused on specific events such as Monday Night Football, BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa offers certain bets at boost odds above their standard price. The Super Odds Boosts requires a minimum deposit of $10, with a max wager of $20.
  • Squares: Offered for both NFL and NCAA football, squares are best known for their use during the Super Bowl when each square is assigned a point value for the home and away team. Bettors at BetRivers Iowa can earn a square by placing a $10 bet on Same Game Parlays, earn two squares for a $25 bet on a Same Game Parlay, and three squares for a $50 Same Game Parlay. With potential winnings of $10,000 in bonus bets, the squares promotion is a customer favorite at BetRivers.
  • First Touchdown Profit Boost: Focused on primetime NFL games, BetRivers offers a 25% sportsbook Profit Boost for any $10+ wager on the First Touchdown market. For this promotion, the odds must be -200 or greater to qualify.
  • Parlay Insurance: Currently offered for NCAAF, Tennis, NFL, and MLB parlays, bettors can receive up to a 50% matched bonus bet (up to $25) if your parlay loses. Depending on the sport, parlays must be 3+ or 4+ legs with final parlay odds of +100 or greater to qualify.
  • Same Game Parlay Bet & Get: With a focus on Major League Baseball (MLB), bettors who place a three or more leg Same Game Parlay of $10+ get a 50% profit boost. This can be claimed once a week, with a +100 or longer odds requirement.
  • iRewards: BetRivers is known for its loyalty program, which offers bettors points for every bet they place. Giving bettors perks and benefits for various rewards on multiple tears, visit the BetRivers Bonus Store to see what kind of rewards are available for loyal players.

The BetRivers mobile app in Iowa

Sports betting apps in IA have become the primary wagering method for sports bettors in the Hawkeye State, as the ease of use and convenience continue to drive up downloads. As a key cornerstone to almost every sportsbook in Iowa, the usability of a site’s mobile app can often mean the difference between success and failure for a sportsbook in the state.

When it comes to the BetRivers mobile app in Iowa, all of the great features and betting menus you get on its desktop site are available. Downloadable for free for both Android and iOS devices, the BetRivers mobile app is easy to use and offers lightning-fast load times for bettors trying to live bet.

Unlike some of its competitors, there is just one BetRivers mobile app for all the states it operates in, and all you need to do is toggle to the state you’re in should you want to bet outside of Iowa. Let’s take a closer look at how to download the BetRivers app on both iPhones and Androids via a few simple steps.

How to download the BetRivers app on iOS

If you are one of the thousands of iPhone users in Iowa, the BetRivers app on iOS is available in a few simple steps. Let’s take a look at what to expect in downloading the BetRivers app on iOS.

  1. Locate the app: Pull up the Apple App Store on your iPhone and search for the “BetRivers Sportsbook” app in the search bar.
  2. Download the app: With the app located, click on “Install” for the download to start within a few seconds.
  3. Sign in or register: If you have a BetRivers account already, sign in, if not, click the “Get Bonus” button at the top of this page to claim the promo and sign up.

How to download the BetRivers app on Android

If you are instead an Android user in Iowa and are looking to download the BetRivers app, you can also get it within minutes. Here are the steps to follow for downloading the BetRivers app on Android.

  1. Locate the app: Pull up the Google Play App Store on your Android and search for the “BetRivers Sportsbook” app.
  2. Download the app: With the app found, click on “Install” for the download to start and finish within seconds. Enter your login credentials as needed.
  3. Sign in or register: If you already have signed up for a BetRivers account, sign in. If you still need one, click the “Get Bonus” button at the top of this page to get started.

Sports available to bet on BetRivers Sportsbook IA

As you would expect from a major sportsbook such as BetRivers Sportsbook IA, there is no shortage of sports available to bet on every day. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular sports available to bet on BetRivers Sportsbook IA.

  • Football: From NCAA football to the National Football League (NFL), BetRivers offers a full football betting menu starting every summer through the postseason.
  • Basketball: BetRivers IA also offers a full NBA betting menu, featuring various bet types for the preseason all the way through the NBA Finals. NCAA basketball is also covered extensively starting in late fall all the way through March Madness.
  • Soccer: Increasingly popular here in the U.S. BetRivers IA has leaned into soccer betting and offers markets on all the top leagues both domestically and abroad. Some of the leagues you can expect to see are Major League Soccer (MLS), English Premier League (EPL), Spanish La Liga, Champions League, and many more.

Deposit & withdrawal methods on BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa

Despite having one of the larger footprints in terms of Iowa Sportsbooks, BetRivers does fall somewhat short on the variety of deposit and withdrawal methods available. Even still, there should be something for everyone as we take a look at three of the most popular ways to transact funds in and out of your account.

  • PayPal: With no fees, a low minimum ($10), and lightning-fast transacting times, the popular payment processing service PayPal is a great option for most BetRivers customers.
  • Debit Card: Currently accepting Discover, Mastercard, and Visa, BetRivers customers can also directly use their debit cards to transfer money on and off the site.
  • Bank Transfer: BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa also offers its customers a direct connection to their bank, where they can use the username and password they use for their online banking for direct integration.

Types of bets available on BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa

Screenshot of BetRivers Illinois Sport section

Bettors looking to take advantage of all the offerings at BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa have no shortage of types of bets available at their fingertips. Let’s dive into some of the most popular types of bets you can expect to see once you’re logged in.

  • Money line: Betting on the money line is as straightforward as it gets in sports betting, as this is a wager simply on which team will win. The side with a negative (-) next to their name is expected to win (the favorite), while the side with a positive (+) is the noted underdog.
  • Same Game Parlay (SGP): Increasingly popular in sports betting throughout the country, an SGP requires you to make multiple selections within a given game. These can include straight bets such as the money line but also can include team props and player props. The more bets (“legs”) within the parlay, the higher the payout should they all be correct.
  • Totals: Also referred to as an over/under, the total refers to a pre-set number by a sportsbook that is an estimate of how many total points will be scored. If the two teams involved combined to score more than that estimated total, the “over” is a winner, while the converse is true for the “under.”

Pros and cons of BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa

While there are plenty of things to love about BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa, as with every company, there are a few areas in which they fall short. Let’s take a look at some of the top pros (and cons) from BetRivers Iowa.

Pros

  • Reward program: One of the most redeeming qualities of BetRivers Sportsbook is its loyalty program, iRush, which is considered an industry leader. Players can earn things like free spins at a BetRivers Casino, exclusive access to VIP events hosted by BetRivers, and even luxury overnight accommodations at hotels around the country.
  • Live streaming: Thanks to partnerships with various sports leagues here in the U.S. BetRivers customers can live-stream select games directly from the website or mobile app.
  • Live betting: An increasingly popular bet type throughout the sports betting industry, BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa leans into in-game betting with a robust menu of offerings. It even offers a stats section for bettors to become more educated prior to getting into their action.

Cons

  • Customer Support: While BetRivers customer service does offer email, live chat, and a phone number, their live chat is not 24/7 which has become an industry norm.
  • Welcome bonus: With only up to $100 in bonus bets offered in their welcome offer, should your first wager be a loser, BetRivers falls short of its competition in this department.

Our expert opinion on BetRivers Iowa

Anchored by the Wild Rose Resort and Casinos in Jefferson and Clinton, IA, where bettors can transact funds both into and out of their online account, BetRivers Sportsbook IA is a quality option for bettors in the Hawkeye State. With some of the most competitive odds in the state, BetRivers Iowa features markets both domestic and abroad, with all of the major sports leagues covered in spades.

BetRivers Iowa also has a terrific mobile betting app, which has all of the great features bettors have come to love from their desktop site. Customers who need to get in touch with support are also in luck, as a phone number is offered in addition to a live chat and email function.

Most importantly, BetRivers Iowa is fully regulated and backed by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, so bettors can rest assured that their funds and transactions are safe and secure. Unlike its offshore counterparts, who are backed by governments in faraway places where U.S. citizens have no jurisdiction, BetRivers Iowa has the backing of the government of Iowa.

Our rating of BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa

(4)

Welcome bonus
(3.5)
Payment options
(5)
Sportsbook app
(4)
Variety & features
(5)
Customer support
(4.5)

IA Betting has given BetRivers Sportsbook Iowa an overall rating of 4 out of 5. This score has been based on these factors:

  • Welcome bonus: Rating 3.5/5.

    The BetRivers Iowa promo offers a generous safety net for new bettors with a 100% refund on their first wager up to $100 if it loses, providing a great incentive to try sports betting without the initial risk.

  • Payment options: Rating 5/5. With all of the great payment method options available, as its competition in the state, BetRivers Iowa has something for everyone in terms of getting funds on and off their site.
  • Sportsbook app: Rating 4/5. Though it might lack the pop and sizzle of some of its competition such as DraftKings or FanDuel, the BetRivers Sportsbook app gets the job done. Featuring everything the desktop site offers, bettors have little to complain about for betting on the go.
  • Variety and features: Rating 5/5. With live betting a focus of BetRivers and no shortage of niche markets covered, the variety and features of BetRivers Iowa are amongst the best in class.
  • Customer support: Rating 4.5/5. The only thing stopping a 5/5 here is the fact their live chat is not 24 hours. Although that’s arguably made up for by the fact they offer a phone number for support.

FAQ

Is it safe to bet on BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa?

Yes, thanks to being fully regulated by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission and backed by the state of Iowa, BetRivers Sportsbook is totally safe to bet on.

Do I need to be 21 to play on BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa?

Yes, you need to be at least 21 years old to play on BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa.

What’s the minimum deposit amount for BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa?

Though it varies by deposit method, the minimum deposit amount for BetRivers Sportsbook in Iowa is $10.

Does BetRivers have any retail locations in Iowa?

No, BetRivers does not have any retail locations in Iowa, despite being partnered with Wild Rose Casino & Resort for their sports betting license.