Updated April 2026  ·  2 Offers Compared

DraftKings vs ESPN Bet 2025:
Which Sportsbook Wins?

DraftKings gives a Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets bonus (Bet $5, Get $200). ESPN Bet gives $1,000 first-bet insurance with ESPN+ integration. We compare every category to help you choose — or claim both.

94
DraftKings
Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets
82
ESPN Bet
$1,000 first bet
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#1
DraftKings
Best props + guaranteed bonus
$200
Guaranteed Bonus Bets
  • ✅ Bet $5 → Get Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets
  • ✅ Win or lose, you get $200
  • ✅ 200+ player props per NFL game
  • ✅ Best SGP builder in the market
  • ✅ DFS integrated on same account
  • ✅ Also offers $1,000 deposit bonus
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#2
ESPN Bet
ESPN+ integration + $1,000 offer
$1,000
First-Bet Insurance
  • ✅ If first bet loses → up to $1,000 back
  • ✅ Fully integrated with ESPN app
  • ✅ Bet from ESPN+ live game stream
  • ✅ No promo code required
  • ✅ ESPN Bet exclusive odds boosts
  • ✅ Available in 20+ states
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Head-to-Head Comparison

Category DraftKings ESPN Bet Winner
Welcome BonusBet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets$1,000 insuranceESPN Bet
Best Use CaseProps, SGPs, DFSESPN fans, casual bettorsDepends
NFL Odds-110 standard-110 standardTie
Prop Bets200+ per game50–100 per gameDraftKings
Same-Game Parlay✅ Excellent✅ GoodDraftKings
ESPN+ Integration❌ No✅ Full integrationESPN Bet
DFS✅ Best in class❌ NoDraftKings
App Rating (iOS)4.7 / 54.6 / 5DraftKings
Market Share~25%~5%DraftKings
Overall Score94/10082/100DraftKings
Our Verdict

Sign Up for Both — $1,200+ Combined

DraftKings wins on props, SGPs, and overall depth. ESPN Bet wins on bonus size and ESPN integration. Claim both: Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets (DraftKings) + $1,000 insurance (ESPN Bet) = $1,200 in combined bonuses.

DraftKings — $200 → ESPN Bet — $1,000 →

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Frequently Asked Questions

DraftKings offers Bet $5, Get $200 in bonus bets guaranteed — you receive $200 whether your first bet wins or loses. No promo code needed. DraftKings also offers a separate $1,000 deposit bonus for new accounts, making the combined potential one of the highest in the market.
ESPN Bet offers a $1,000 first-bet insurance — if your first qualifying bet loses, you receive up to $1,000 back in bonus bets. No promo code required. The offer is best suited to ESPN+ subscribers who want their betting and streaming experience in one app.
DraftKings wins easily for player props. DraftKings offers 200+ player props per NFL game with a best-in-class SGP builder. ESPN Bet's prop market has grown since launch but still offers roughly 50–100 props per game — significantly fewer than DraftKings. For serious prop bettors, DraftKings is the clear choice.
Yes — ESPN Bet is fully integrated with the ESPN app and ESPN+. You can see live odds overlaid on ESPN content, build bet slips while watching a game on ESPN+, and manage your account without switching apps. This seamless integration is ESPN Bet's biggest differentiator from DraftKings.
Yes — welcome bonuses are for new accounts only, but there's no restriction on holding accounts at multiple sportsbooks. Claim DraftKings' Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets and ESPN Bet's $1,000 insurance separately to collect $1,200 in combined first-account bonuses.

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