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Michigan Betting Apps Compared

By American.Bet TeamUpdated Nov 3, 2026Legal online since Jan 202121+
Michigan sports betting sites: a baseball crowd on a sunny afternoon, framed by an outline map of Michigan

Compare the legal Michigan sportsbooks: who holds each license, what the apps do well, how MI betting rules work and what to know about taxes, payouts and help before you deposit.

Michigan flipped on online betting in January 2021 and runs one of the most complete markets in the country: sports betting and a full online casino side by side, overseen by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, with sports taxed at a light 8.4%. You need to be 21 and in-state. The Lions’ resurgence, plus the Pistons, Tigers, Red Wings and the Michigan vs. Michigan State rivalry, give it a year-round betting calendar.

Most Michigan sportsbooks also run online casinos here, so you can keep both on one account if you want.

Michigan sports betting in brief

Michigan sportsbooks: quick facts
Online betting Yes, since January 22, 2021
Retail betting Yes, since March 2020 at Detroit and tribal casinos
Legal age 21+
Regulator Michigan Gaming Control Board
Licensed online sportsbooks 13 (September 2026, per the MGCB)
Remote registration Yes
Betting on in-state college teams Allowed, including player props
Online casinos Legal
Tax on operator revenue 8.4% of adjusted gross receipts

Yes. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Lawful Sports Betting Act in December 2019. Retail sportsbooks opened at MGM Grand Detroit and Hollywood Casino at Greektown in March 2020, and online sportsbooks went live on January 22, 2021.

Michigan licenses online betting through land-based casinos. Each of the three Detroit commercial casinos and each federally recognized tribe can partner with one platform provider, which is why every app in the state has a casino or tribe behind it. The MGCB licenses the operators, approves house rules and publishes revenue for each one monthly.

Who operates Michigan’s betting apps

The MGCB lists 13 online sportsbooks. Here is every one, with the license holder behind it, built from the regulator’s list of authorized platform providers:

Sportsbook Mobile app License holder (casino / tribe) Also offers online casino
FanDuel iOS, Android MotorCity Casino, Detroit Yes
BetMGM iOS, Android MGM Grand Detroit Yes
theScore Bet iOS, Android Hollywood Casino at Greektown Yes
DraftKings iOS, Android Bay Mills Indian Community Yes
BetRivers iOS, Android Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Yes
Caesars Sportsbook iOS, Android Grand Traverse Band (Turtle Creek) Yes
bet365 iOS, Android Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Yes
Fanatics iOS, Android Lac Vieux Desert Band (Northern Waters) Yes
Hard Rock Bet iOS, Android Hannahville Indian Community (Island Resort) Yes
betPARX iOS, Android Gun Lake Tribe Yes
FireKeepers iOS, Android Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Yes
Four Winds iOS, Android Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Yes
Eagle Casino & Sports iOS, Android Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe Yes

Michigan sportsbooks compared

None of our sportsbook partners currently serves Michigan, so the notes below are editorial only, with no ratings or affiliate links.

FanDuel. Live since January 2021 through MotorCity Casino in Detroit. FanDuel is the most-used sportsbook in the country, known for its same-game parlay builder, a fast app and quick payouts. Read our FanDuel review.

bet365. The newest major arrival. The MGCB approved bet365 on April 17, 2026, as the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians’ platform provider, replacing PokerStars. bet365 is the book to beat for in-play betting, with deep live markets and live streaming on selected events. Read our bet365 review.

BetRivers. Live since January 2021 through Little River Casino Resort in Manistee. Run by Rush Street Interactive, BetRivers is known for friendly bonus terms and the iRush Rewards loyalty scheme. Read our BetRivers review.

Hard Rock Bet. The MGCB approved Hard Rock Bet on December 2, 2025, as the Hannahville Indian Community’s partner. Michigan is its tenth sportsbook state and only the second, after New Jersey, where it pairs sports with an online casino. The Hard Rock Bet sportsbook review covers the app.

DraftKings. One of the two national market leaders, with a busy promo calendar and a full Michigan casino.

BetMGM. MGM’s sportsbook, strongest on its MGM Rewards cross-sell with MGM Grand Detroit.

Caesars. Broad market coverage backed by the Caesars Rewards loyalty program.

theScore Bet. Penn Entertainment’s book runs through Hollywood Casino at Greektown. ESPN Bet became theScore Bet in December 2025.

Fanatics. Pays rewards in FanCash redeemable across the Fanatics merchandise store.

Michigan’s local books (FireKeepers, Four Winds, Eagle Casino & Sports and betPARX) give tribal casino loyalty members a way to bet online with points that carry back to the property.

Which Michigan sportsbook suits which bettor

There’s no single best sportsbook in Michigan; the right one depends on how you bet.

Best for Michigan sportsbook Why
Live and in-play betting bet365 Deep in-play markets and streaming on selected events
App and same-game parlays FanDuel The most-used US app and a strong SGP builder
Bonus terms BetRivers Simple promos and iRush Rewards
All-round promos DraftKings The biggest app and a busy promo calendar
Loyalty perks BetMGM MGM Rewards shared across casino and sportsbook
Rewards travelers Caesars Caesars Rewards usable in Las Vegas and Atlantic City

What you can bet on in Michigan

Michigan sportsbooks cover every major US and international league: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, soccer, tennis, golf, MMA and motorsport, with moneylines, spreads, totals, parlays, same-game parlays, futures, player props and live in-play markets. Michigan places no restrictions on in-state college wagering, so you can bet on the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans, including college player props, which many states ban.

Local and national events for Michigan bettors

Locally, Michigan betting revolves around the Lions at Ford Field, the Pistons and Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena, the Tigers at Comerica Park, and Michigan and Michigan State on Saturdays at Michigan Stadium and Spartan Stadium. The Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club and the Detroit Grand Prix add summer markets. Then there is the national calendar: Michigan handle spikes for the Super Bowl and March Madness, and the NBA Finals, World Series, golf majors and Grand Slams all draw steady action.

The MGCB’s numbers show how football drives the market. Michigan bettors wagered $544.8 million online in September 2026, up 64.9% from August, producing $55.5 million in gross receipts, per the MGCB.

Deposits, payouts and Michigan sports betting tax

Licensed Michigan apps take the usual cashier menu (online banking, debit card, PayPal and operator-branded options), and for most Michigan bettors PayPal or online banking clears winnings fastest, often within hours once your identity is verified. Your first withdrawal triggers a one-time identity (KYC) check, so a clear photo of your ID ready to upload avoids delays. Many apps also take cash at the partner casino’s cage.

Operators pay 8.4% of adjusted gross receipts. For you, winnings are taxable income: they count toward federal income tax and Michigan’s 4.25% state income tax. Large payouts can trigger a federal W-2G form from the sportsbook, and every win counts whether or not you receive one, so keep your own records.

Michigan sportsbook promos

Michigan welcome offers come in two shapes: bet-and-get deals, where a qualifying first bet returns bonus bets, and second-chance bets, where a losing first wager comes back as bonus bets. The headline figure matters less than the terms, so check the minimum odds, play-through and expiry window before opting in. New-customer promotions vary by operator; check each sportsbook’s own site for current terms.

Michigan betting apps and geolocation

Every Michigan book ships iOS and Android apps with geolocation built in, so the app is how most people bet in Michigan. Every licensed Michigan sportsbook uses geolocation to confirm you are inside the state before each bet. You can open and fund an account from anywhere, but you must be within Michigan’s borders to place a wager, and you must be 21 or older. Bettors near the Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin lines should expect the occasional location check. It pays to keep more than one Michigan app installed so you can compare lines before you stake.

How to find the best betting site in Michigan

No single app is best for every Michigan bettor; the right one depends on what and how you bet. Start with price: a half-point better on a Michigan spread beats almost any sign-up bonus over a season, so compare the odds on the markets you bet most. Then weigh the things you feel every week: how stable the app is, how quickly withdrawals land, and whether a bonus’s wagering terms are actually clearable. Two Michigan accounts and a quick price check before each bet will save more than any promo.

It takes a minute to check that a Michigan sportsbook is properly licensed, and it is worth doing before you deposit. A licensed Michigan book appears on the MGCB’s list of authorized platform providers, shows its approval in the app or site footer, makes you verify that you’re 21 or older, and runs a geolocation check before each bet. Steer clear of offshore books that want crypto only or no ID; they are unregulated in Michigan and offer no recourse if something goes wrong. The MGCB sent 33 more cease-and-desist letters to unlicensed operators in October 2026 alone.

Safe and responsible sports betting in Michigan

Every licensed operator in Michigan is audited, ring-fences customer funds and offers deposit, time and self-exclusion limits, the reasons to stay with regulated books rather than offshore sites. The MGCB’s Responsible Gaming Database lets you block yourself from every Michigan online sportsbook and casino with one request. If betting stops being fun, set a limit or take a break; Michigan’s Problem Gambling Helpline is free and confidential 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER. See our responsible gambling guide for more.

Michigan Gaming Control BoardMGCB authorized sports betting operatorsMGCB Responsible Gaming DatabaseMichigan Department of Treasury

Michigan sports betting in 2027

Per-bet tax could return

Governor Whitmer’s 2026 plan for an Illinois-style fee on every sports wager was stripped by the Senate. A new governor takes office in January 2027, and the next budget will show whether the idea comes back.

Prediction markets in court

Kalshi is barred from Michigan by a September 2026 state court injunction while the case continues, and New Jersey has asked the US Supreme Court to rule on state power over sports event contracts.

bet365’s first full football season

bet365 entered Michigan in spring 2026. Its first full NFL season and March Madness in the state will show how much share it can take from FanDuel and DraftKings.

What is the best sportsbook in Michigan?

It depends on how you bet. FanDuel is strong on app quality and same-game parlays, bet365 on live betting and BetRivers on simple bonus terms. All three also run Michigan online casinos.

How many sportsbooks are legal in Michigan?

Michigan has 13 licensed online sportsbooks, per the MGCB’s September 2026 report. The number shifts as operators enter and leave.

Can I use a Michigan betting app if I live out of state?

Yes. You only have to be physically inside Michigan when you place a bet, which the apps confirm by geolocation. You can register and deposit from anywhere.

What is the legal sports betting age in Michigan?

21, online and at any retail sportsbook in Michigan.

Can I bet on Michigan and Michigan State?

Yes. Michigan has no in-state college restrictions, and player props on college games are allowed.

Do I pay tax on sports betting winnings in Michigan?

Yes. Winnings are taxable income at the federal level and at Michigan’s 4.25% income tax rate.

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