What Is a No Sweat Bet?
No sweat bets, also sometimes known as first bet promos, are one of the most common welcome bonuses for new users. These offers allow you to bet up to a specific amount for your first bet but will refund that bet if it loses.
Essentially, your first bet can be made with "no sweat" as you're reimbursed for that first bet amount. Keep in mind, however, your wager amount will be returned as non-withdrawable bet credits. This means you'll have to place winning wagers to recoup any losses from your initial bet.
Are There No Sweat Bets in Missouri?
Yes, BetMGM, Fanatics, and bet365 offer no sweat bets in Missouri. Now that Missouri sportsbooks are live, you can redeem these offers fully.
How to Claim First Bet Promos in MO
Here's how to claim first bet bonuses in MO:
- ✅ Click on one of the links on this page or visit the sportsbook offering a no sweat bet bonus.
- ✅ Complete the registration process.
- ✅ Enter the promo code (if necessary).
- ✅ Make a deposit (typically $10 minimum).
- ✅ When betting goes live, place a first bet up to the maximum amount covered by the no sweat bet.
- ✅ If that first bet loses, your first bet amount will be reimbursed in the form of bonus bets.
No Sweat Bet Terms & Conditions
The "fine print" associated with no sweat bets in Missouri will differ from sportsbook to sportsbook. Regardless, here are the most common terms & conditions to be expected with first bet promos or no sweat bets.
- Bet credits are not included in any withdrawals
- Bonus bets will be credited to account only and after the bet loses
- Awarded bonus bets will come in the form of either a single bonus or several equal bonuses
- If awarded several bonus bets, those bets cannot be combined
- Specific promo codes MUST be used to claim the no sweat bet promo
What Sportsbooks Have No Sweat Bets in Missouri?
MO betting apps like BetMGM and Fanatics generally offer no sweat bets as their main offers, while sportsbooks like bet365 and Caesars sometimes offer them as secondary offers.
BetMGM: Up to $1,500
The BetMGM Missouri promo will undoubtedly by the highest-valued no sweat bet promo in Missouri. With this first bet bonus, you can bet up to $1,500 for your first bet and be reimbursed up to that amount if your bet loses.
bet365: Up to $1,000
bet365 Missouri is unique in that it offers two welcome bonuses, and one of those is First Bet Safety Net Up to $1000. Note that you can only claim one of the offers from bet365, and the no sweat bet promo carries a much higher potential value than the bet-and-get.
Missouri No Sweat Bets FAQ
A no sweat bet allows you to place a first bet up to a specific amount, and if that wager loses, you'll get the same amount back in bonus bets. Because this is "reimbursed" as a bonus bet, it has no cash value and cannot be withdrawn. This means you have to use the bonus bet in a wager.
Yes, there are currently two first bet promos (or no sweat bets) in Missouri. You can get up to $1,500 back in bonus bets from BetMGM and up to $1,000 back in bonus bets from bet365.
Claiming first bet promos in Missouri is as easy as signing up with a sportsbook, using our promo code while registering, making your first deposit and placing a first bet up to a certain amount. If that first bet loses, your wager amount will be matched and returned to you as a bonus bet.
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Wes is an editor and writer for BetMissouri.com. Based out of the Kansas City area, Wes has covered the Chiefs professionally since 2016, kickstarting the website Chiefs Wire for USA TODAY as the site's first managing editor. Since then, Wes has covered the Chiefs for other outlets, and has also covered sports betting, college sports, pro wrestling and more.