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The sports betting test showed that the Swedish bookmaker was founded in 1999. Since then, expect has become one of the top sports betting providers in the Scandinavian region. The sports betting experience review showed that Expekt currently serves over 1.8 million customers worldwide. The Mangas Gaming Malta Limited pulls the strings in the background of Expekt, which maintains its headquarters in Sliema on Malta. The sports betting provider started operating from Sweden, then moved on to Gibraltar and finally landed on Malta in the year 2014, where Expekt is being regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority.   

2. About Registration

The sports betting comparison quickly revealed that registering at Expekt is simple and fast. To register, customers must first visit the website of the bookmaker and provide some personal information. In case of any problems while doing so, customers can always contact the support staff at Expekt. It is highly recommended to provide accurate and truthful information when supplying the personal data, as false information could lead to severe problems when the first cash out is requested. If the registration process is completing, users can immediately make their first deposit and start betting.

3. About the Website

The website of Expekt showed some weaknesses during the sports betting test, mainly in terms of usability and customer orientation. Customers can benefit especially from the regularly updated news section, which presents current scores and news about sports events. In general, as was reviewed during the sports betting comparison, Expekt is very keen on providing its customers with as much useful information on the website as possible. However, this data overflow naturally brings some drawbacks with it, primarily with regards to clearness and structure of the website. Customers of Expekt might need to take their time to get used to the navigation on the bookmaker’s website. However, after becoming familiar with the site, users may indeed identify the usual components of a sports betting website, such as the single sports categories that are displayed on the left side of the screen, while various other sports events and betting opportunities can be found in the header. The overall design could clearly do with some improvements. However, the sports betting comparison showed that the website of Expekt can certainly be awarded a place in the midfield of the overall comparison. 

4. Betting Supply and Odds

The sports betting comparison showed that Expekt offers between 25 to 30 different categories in its portfolio, although this number can vary with regards to the seasonal schedule of different sports. However, in general the betting portfolio of Expekt can be regarded as very good. The average number of bets available for one day may very well exceed 20.000 single betting opportunities, although a clear focus on soccer is obvious. Here, the Scandinavian Bookmaker puts a strong emphasis on Scandinavian leagues and championships. Nevertheless, major soccer competitions from around the world are available for sports betting at Expekt as well.

Even with regards to tennis and ice-hockey, the betting portfolio of Expekt can be regarded as quite decent, although there is a strong focus on Scandinavian teams and competitions here as well. Expekt also offers betting opportunities on various fringe sports such as cricket, golf and beach volleyball.

The betting portfolio of Expekt is finally completed by a vast offer of special betting opportunities, as the sports betting experience review clearly demonstrated. These special bets primarily concern upcoming TV highlights, e.g. the question of which actor is going to play James Bond in the next sequel.

Concerning the depth of betting opportunities at Expekt, the sports betting test revealed a decent result. An example of this can be drawn from the soccer area, as the sports betting review showed that even here, not more than 50 betting options per game or competition are available.

The odd level at Expekt can be described as solid, with an average quota key of 93%. Only bets on draws pert from this median, which might be seen as a little drawback. Nevertheless, especially for German customers, Expekt sports betting does provide a decent chance of winning with regards to the general level of odds.

5. Live Betting

Although the live betting supply of this Scandinavian bookmaker clearly can't compete with the big players on the market like Bet365 or Bwin, Expekt sports betting does indeed provide a decent portfolio of live betting opportunities. The sports betting test revealed that the live betting supply at Expekt is available almost around the clock, with minor periods of idleness between 4am and 8am. On a monthly basis, Expekt offers up to 3000 live betting opportunities for its customers, with five to seven different betting options per live bet. The sports categories which make up the majority of the live betting pool are soccer and tennis.

Loading times after a bet has been placed take between five and 10 seconds, the average quota key for live betting at Expekt ranges around 91% to 92%. Although Expekt currently doesn't offer any live stream opportunities, the live betting supply was clearly able to convince during the sports betting comparison due to its comprehensiveness.

6. Features and Tools

Apart from the perse and extensive information about available betting options, which is presented by Expekt on the homepage already, the Scandinavian bookmaker impressed during the sports betting test because of the fact that Expekt takes over the full betting tax for its customers and forwards it directly to the German authorities. Hence, players at Expekt must not be afraid to lose any percentage on their accumulated winnings.

7. Betting on Mobiles and Smart Devices

Expekt sports betting provides for a native app which is available in seven languages. However, for iOS and Android users, an alternative app is also available in the respective download stores. Furthermore, the Scandinavian bookmaker has optimized its desktop portal for mobile use, which should be accessible from any device without restrictions.

Expekt offers its customers a 10 Euro bonus for their very first mobile bet, if the customer has selected a qualification tip of at least 5 Euro with a minimum quota of 1,5.

8.  Customer Service

Unfortunately, staff at Expekt can only be reached via Email, since no hotline is available. However, Expekt just recently implemented a live chat function on its website. In general, customer service at Expekt can be reached between 10am and 11pm.

9. Payment Methods

The minimum deposit at Expekt is 10 Euro, and the deposit can be placed via Visa- and Master Card, Visa Electron, bank transfer, Neteller, Skrill by Moneybookers, Diners Club and Delta. Cash outs can be requested via Visa- and Master Card, Visa Electron, bank transfer, Neteller and Skrill by Moneybookers.

10. Bonus Offers

Expekt offers a welcome bonus of 100% for up to 100 Euro. To clear the bonus, customers must implement the bonus amount in sports betting six times with a minimum quota of 2,00.

11. Conclusion

The comprehensive betting supply and the lack of tax deductions for German customers can certainly be seen as positive features of Expekt. However, in terms of customer support and website navigation, the Scandinavian bookmaker also has some room for enhancements as well.

Pros:
 

• 100 Euro bonus for new customers
   

Cons:
 

• Confusing website design
• Customer support not available via phone