TAB vs PointsBet Compared

Quick verdict: who wins on what

TAB rates higher on the things that come with scale — sports depth (8.4 vs 7.8), market coverage (8.1 vs 7.6), features (8.0 vs 7.9) and support (8.1 vs 7.7). It also carries the top licence-safety score in this pair at 9.1.

PointsBet edges ahead on raw odds rating (7.4 vs 7.2) and live capability (7.9 vs 7.8). On the app, TAB scores 8.4 to PointsBet's 8.3 — effectively a wash.

• Choose TAB if you bet across many sports and racing codes and want the deepest market menu.
• Choose PointsBet if you shop for price on a smaller set of markets and want strong in-play tools.
• Both suit PayID users wanting same-day withdrawals.

Odds and margins: the numbers

We sampled prices to gauge value, and the two are close but not identical.

PointsBet returned an average margin of 5.64% across 51 sampled markets, with a best-price share of 23.5% — meaning it held the top price on roughly one in four of those markets.

TAB showed an average margin of 6.05% across 59 sampled markets, but a higher best-price share of 27.1%.

Read that carefully: PointsBet's tighter average margin suggests marginally better baseline value across the sample, while TAB topped the market on more individual selections. In practice, neither is consistently sharpest — line-shopping between them still pays. TAB's odds rating of 7.2 and PointsBet's 7.4 reflect this narrow gap. If price is your priority, compare the two live before every bet rather than committing to one.

You can cross-check current markets on our betting odds Australia page and watch shortening runners via market movers.

Sports and racing coverage

This is TAB's clearest advantage. Founded in 1964, TAB is built around Australian racing and carries a broader market menu, reflected in its sports-depth score of 8.4 and market-coverage score of 8.1. For punters juggling Horse Racing, AFL, NRL, Big Bash cricket, tennis and multiple football leagues in one slip, that breadth reduces the need for a second account.

PointsBet (sports depth 7.8, market coverage 7.6) still covers the mainstream well — AFL, NRL, NBA, Premier League, A-League and the ATP and WTA tours — but its menu is shallower on niche markets and secondary competitions.

Both handle the headline Australian fixtures. If your betting rarely strays beyond major codes, the coverage gap won't affect you; if you dig into futures, undercards and smaller leagues, TAB gives you more to work with. Compare specialist markets on our Horse Racing odds, Aussie Rules odds and NRL Rugby League odds pages.

Live betting and in-play features

PointsBet scores 7.9 for live capability against TAB's 7.8 — a fingernail apart. Both list Live Betting and Cash Out as core features, so you can trade out of a position before an event settles on either.

Where the feature lists differ: PointsBet flags Fast Payout, while TAB lists Mobile Betting. Both are fully app-based operators, so mobile access isn't a real dividing line.

For in-play punters, the practical takeaway is that either bookie handles live AFL, NRL, cricket and tennis with cash-out available. PointsBet's marginally higher live rating and Fast Payout tag make it the slightly more in-play-focused pick, but the difference is small. See our Live Betting and Cash Out overviews for how these tools work.

Apps: iOS and Android

Both offer native apps on iOS and Android, and both score in the low-to-mid 8s — TAB 8.4, PointsBet 8.3. That one-tenth gap won't be noticeable in daily use.

TAB's app leans on the operator's long-standing racing interface and broad market navigation, which suits punters moving between racing and sports in a single session. PointsBet's app pairs with its strong live rating for in-play users.

Either is a solid choice for mobile betting. If the app is your main concern, both belong on any shortlist of betting apps Australia. Deposits from $10 via PayID, Visa or Mastercard work the same way inside each app.

Payments and withdrawals

The banking setup is identical on the facts we hold. Both accept PayID, Visa and Mastercard, both require a $10 minimum deposit, and both quote withdrawal times of 0–24 hours.

Payments ratings are close: TAB 8.4, PointsBet 8.1. Withdrawals are level at 8.2 each. PayID is the standout option for speed — it's the method most likely to land a same-day cash-out, and both operators support it.

If fast banking drives your choice, this pair is a tie. For method-specific options across the market, see PayID betting sites, Visa betting sites and Mastercard betting sites.

Licensing and safety

Both TAB and PointsBet are licensed to accept Australian bets. TAB operates under state and territory racing and wagering authorities; PointsBet is licensed by the NTRC (Northern Territory Racing Commission), the licensing body used by most online sportsbooks operating nationally in Australia.

On our licence-safety scoring, TAB leads at 9.1 to PointsBet's 8.8 — both strong. Neither number implies anything beyond regulatory standing; it reflects licensing and operator track record, not any first-hand account testing.

All wagering in Australia is restricted to those aged 18 and over. For the wider licensed field, see our legal betting sites Australia page.

Which should you open?

TAB is the pick for coverage-first punters — its higher sports-depth, market-coverage, support and licence-safety scores make it the more complete all-rounder, and its 1964 heritage shows in the breadth of racing and sports markets.

PointsBet is the pick for value-and-live punters — its tighter average sampled margin, higher odds rating and stronger live capability suit those who shop price and bet in-play on a focused set of markets.

Since banking (PayID, $10 minimum, 0–24h withdrawals) and app quality are effectively level, your decision comes down to breadth versus price edge. Many Australian punters hold both and line-shop, which the near-identical payment setup makes easy. Read the full TAB review and PointsBet review before you decide, or browse all bookmakers for more options.