Ohio has a regulated, competitive sports betting market. Mobile sportsbook apps went live in 2023, overseen by the Ohio Casino Control Commission. Mobile launch January 1, 2023; doubled tax rate to 20% in mid-2023. This guide walks through the operators live in Ohio today, how the welcome offers compare, and the rules every bettor should know before signing up.
Best sportsbooks in Ohio
Here are the operators we recommend in Ohio right now, ranked on a mix of welcome-offer strength, market coverage, app quality, and how cleanly they handle the basics.
FanDuel
$250 in Bonus Bets — flagship US sportsbook with deep market coverage and same-game-parlay strength.
bet365
First Bet Safety Net – Get Up To $1,000 in Bonus Bets — global heavyweight, the deepest soccer market list on the US side and the strongest US live-betting product.
Caesars
Bet $1, Double Your Winnings Your Next 10 Bets — long-running Vegas brand, generous welcome offer, Caesars Rewards integration.
Fanatics
Get up to $1,000 in FanCash Matched Bets (100% bet match up to $100 in FanCash for 10 days) — Fanatics is the newest at-scale entrant — strong onboarding offer, sportsbook backed by the retail giant.
Underdog Fantasy
Best Ball: Play $5, Get $75 in Bonus Entries — pick’em-style daily fantasy and peer-to-peer markets; live in most non-regulated states.
Novig
Spend 5 get $50 in Novig Coins CODE:SQUAWKA — peer-to-peer sports exchange — bet against other users rather than the book.
Kalshi
Trade $10, Get $10 Bonus — CFTC-regulated event-contract exchange; tradeable real-money in all 50 states.
Legal status & key dates
Mobile sports betting in Ohio is overseen by the Ohio Casino Control Commission. Apps launched in 2023. The minimum legal age is 21. Mobile launch January 1, 2023; doubled tax rate to 20% in mid-2023.
How to sign up
Pick an operator above, tap through to the welcome offer, and complete the sign-up form. You will need to verify your identity (name, DOB, last four of SSN) and be physically inside Ohio lines when placing your first bet. Most operators accept standard bank funding, debit cards, and PayPal — check the operator-specific review for the full list.
Responsible gambling
21+. If gambling is becoming a problem, call 1-800-589-9966 or 1-800-GAMBLER for confidential help. National Council on Problem Gambling: ncpgambling.org.
FAQs — sports betting in Ohio
Is online sports betting legal in Ohio?
Yes. Mobile sportsbooks are licensed and regulated by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.
What is the minimum age to bet in Ohio?
21+.
Do I need to be a Ohio resident to bet?
No, but you must be physically inside state lines when placing the bet. Sportsbook apps geo-locate every wager.
What about prediction markets?
Kalshi is CFTC-regulated and tradeable in all 50 states alongside the licensed sportsbooks. Polymarket is live for real-money trading in most states but is not currently available in Ohio.
Problem gambling help
Call 1-800-589-9966 or 1-800-GAMBLER for confidential support.
21+ · Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-589-9966 or 1-800-GAMBLER · Odds and offers correct at time of writing.