About mobile app
Looking to download the Star Sports app? In this article, we explain everything that you need to know about downloading and using the Star Sports app for sports betting. We discuss the various promotions which can be found on the Star Sports app, and the many features it provides, including the different sports markets available and the casino features available within the app. Finally, we answer your Frequently Asked Questions.
How to Download the Star Sports App
The Star Sports app is available to download from both the Google Play and Apple iOS stores. There is also a link to download the app, at the bottom of the homepage of the Star Sports mobile site.
Star Sports Mobile App for Android
- On your Android device, locate and open the Google Play Store app. (The icon looks like a multicolored play button on a white background)
- Once you are in the Google Play Store, tap on the search bar at the top of the screen and type "Star Sports Mobile App."
- Tap on the app (which should have the Star Sports logo as its icon) to open its details page. Once there, tap the "Install" button to start downloading and installing the app on your device.
Star Sports Mobile App for iOS
Downloading the Star Sports mobile app for iOS is straightforward. Follow the steps below to do so:
- Open the app store and search for the Star Sports app.
- Tap on the Star Sports app title, then tap the ‘get’ button or the cloud to download the app to your device.
- Double click the side button on your iPhone to confirm the download. Once the app has finished downloading, you can access it from your device.
How to use Star Sports App
In this section, we tell you everything you need to know to get started using the Star Sports app on your mobile device.
Registration
Registering an account with Star Sports via the app is straightforward. Simply open the app and tap the ‘Sign Up’ icon at the top of the screen. Enter your email address and create a password, then tap the yellow ‘Create Account’ button. Next, enter your name, date of birth and contact details, select your currency and opt in or out of various communications, before tapping the yellow ‘Agree & Join’ button, to complete your registration.
Deposit with Star Sports App
To make a deposit with Star Sports using the app, simply open the Star Sports app, log in and tap on the account icon in the top right hand corner of the screen. Next, tap the yellow ‘Deposit’ button. Enter the amount you wish to deposit, then tap the yellow ‘Pay Using Debit Card’ button - this is the only payment method permitted using the app. Enter your card details, then tap the blue ‘Pay Now’ button. Your deposited funds should appear in your account straight away.
Star Sports are clear that they will save your card details in order to use them during the withdrawal process, and that they will require customer identification to verify the account before a withdrawal can be made.
Place a Bet
To place a bet using the Star Sports app, log in and navigate the app to find the sports market you would like to bet on. This can be done by browsing the home page, or tapping the ‘Sports’ menu icon at the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Once you have found your desired market, tap on the odds of your chosen selection. Your chosen bet will then pop up at the bottom of the screen. Enter your stake, double check the details of your bet, then tap the yellow ‘Bet Now’ button to confirm your wager.
Withdraw with Star Sports App
Withdrawals in the Star Sports app are only allowed to be made to a debit card that has already been made to make a deposit. To do so, log in to the Star Sports app and tap on the account icon in the top right hand corner of the screen. Tap on ‘withdraw’ in the menu that appears, then follow the instructions on screen to complete your withdrawal.
Star Sports Mobile App Features
The Star Sports app has a range of features available to users, including:
- Live tracker functionality which uses rapidly changing graphics to follow the action of in-play events.
- Cash Out on selected markets.
- Live streaming of some in-play events.
- Build-a-Bet bet builder feature.
- Quick links to the Star Sports casino.
Star Sports Mobile Version Review
The Star Sports mobile version is virtually identical to the Star Sports app in terms of layout and content. Just one Star Sports login is required for customers to access the app, mobile and desktop versions.
Features of the mobile version include:
- A good range of in-play markets, some with live streaming of events.
- Bet Builder feature.
- Quick links to the Star Sports casino.
- Intuitive layout.
Star Sports App vs Star Sports Mobile Site
The Star Sports app and Star Sports mobile site allow the same login to be used across the desktop, app and mobile version of Star Sports, so customers only need to register an account once.
As previously mentioned, the mobile version of Star Sports and the app itself are virtually identical, so it really is down to the individual as to which is best to use.
Promotions On The Star Sports App
In the Start Sports app, there is a very tempting ‘Promos’ icon in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. However, when our reviewer tapped on it, they were dismayed to find that they were no promotions currently available.
Mobile Payment Option
At Star Sports, users can choose from a very limited selection of different payment options via the app. We list the available options here.
Deposit Options
Deposit options include:
|
Payment Method |
Min |
Max |
Fee |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa |
£1 |
N/A | £0 | Up to 48 hrs |
| Mastercard |
£1 |
N/A | £0 | Instant |
| Bank Transfer |
£1 |
N/A | £0 | Instant |
Withdrawal Options
Withdrawals are only permitted via debit card, to the same card which has been used to previously make a deposit at Star Sports.
|
Payment Method |
Min |
Max |
Fee |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Visa |
£5 |
N/A | Free | Up to 5 days |
|
Mastercard |
£5 | N/A | Free | Up to 5 days |
|
Bank Transfer |
£5 |
N/A | Free | Up to 5 days |
Live Streaming
At Star Sports, you can access live streaming of selected events via the app. Live streaming at Star Sports mostly comes in the form of rapidly changing graphics, which allow the user to follow the action. We found this function to be available for most football, tennis, cricket and rugby union matches with in-play betting.
Some horse races have live video streams available for Star Sports customers to watch.
In-play Betting on Mobile
In-play betting is available for a range of sports in the Star Sports app, including football, snooker, tennis, golf, basketball, rugby union, cricket, darts and Gaelic hurling.
Most of these events have rapidly changing graphics to allow customers to follow the action, as it happens.
Bet Builder
The Star Sports app offers customers a bet builder function. To use it, customers simply log in to the Star Sports app and navigate to the event they would like to bet on.User can then tap on the yellow ‘Build-a-Bet’ button, which allows users to browse the available selections for the bet builder. These include both teams to score, goals, cards, corners and even an individual player to be carded.
Users can tap on the selections they would like to bet on, to add them to their bet builder at the bottom of the screen. Users can then tap the yellow button at the bottom of the screen, to add their selections to their bet slip. Users can then tap on the ‘Bets’ icon in the top right hand corner of the screen to review their selections, enter their stake and tap the yellow ‘Place Bet’ button to confirm their bet.
Sports Available To Bet On
The Star Sports app offers a wide range of sports to bet on, including:
- American Football
- Australian Rules
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Cricket
- Cycling
- Darts
- Football
- Formula One
- Gaelic Football
- Gaelic Hurling
- Golf
- Greyhound Racing
- Handball
- Horse Racing
- Ice Hockey
- Mixed Martial Arts
- Motor Sport
- Rugby League
- Rugby Union
- Snooker
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Star Sports Mobile Games
The Star Sports app has a range of games for users to play. Types of game available via the Star Sports app include:
- Slots
- Table Games
- Scratch Cards
The most popular slots games featured on the Star Sports mobile site include:
- Jiggly Cash
- Big Bass Splash
- Katmandu
Star Sports Mobile App Compatibility
In order to download and use the Star Sports mobile app, your device must meet the minimum system requirements, which are as follows:
| Device | Requirements |
|---|---|
| iOS |
11.0 or later |
| Android |
5.0 or later |
General Information
|
Developer |
Star Racing Ltd |
|
Website |
starsports.bet |
|
Language |
English |
|
Age |
17+ |
|
Size |
20.6 MB |
|
Payment Methods |
Debit Card |
Terms & Conditions Apply
The only terms mentioned on the iOS app store listing for the Star Sports app relate to the promotions available within the app. The only requirement for downloading the app is that:
- Users are aged 17+ (and customers must be 18+ to create an account with Star Sports)
Conclusion & App Rating
3/5 - In conclusion, we found the Star Sports app to be intuitive to use, with a good range of different sports markets available and a good selection of in-play markets. However, there are no promotions available within the app and payment methods are limited to debit cards only.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Star Sports app is available in English.
No, there are no virtual sports available to play via the Star Sports app.
Yes, it is possible to change the odds from fractional to decimal in the Star Sports app. Simply log in, tap the account icon in the top right hand corner of the screen, then tap ‘Settings & Contact Preferences’. At the top, you will see ‘Odds format’ where you can then choose between fractional and decimal odds.
There are no virtual sports available on the Star Sports app.
Yes, it is possible to play online casino games and place sports bets from the Star Sports app.
The iOS version of the Star Sports app takes up 20.6 MB of space on a mobile device.
No, there are no promotions available currently on the Star Sports app.
If the Star Sports app won’t install on your device, check that the operating system is up to date and that you have sufficient memory available on your device.
Yes, the Star Sports app can be accessed via 3G connection, although you may have trouble streaming videos and find the app to be a little slow.
Yes, you can withdraw funds via the Star Sports mobile app.
The Star Sports app is free to download.
Yes, you can place multiples on the Star Sports app, and create your own accumulators using the ‘Build-a-Bet’ bet builder feature.
