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Coral vs Paddy Power
Paddy Power edges it overall (8.5 vs 8.3), winning 3 of our 6 rating categories. Coral typically offers better odds. Both are licensed in United Kingdom.
Coral
High-street favourite with sharp football prices and 15,000+ streams a year
🇬🇧 Welcome offer
Bet £5, get £30 in free bets
Paddy Power
Irish bookmaker famous for money-back specials
🇬🇧 Welcome offer
Bet £5, get £20 in free bets
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Ratings compared
| Category | Coral | Paddy Power |
|---|---|---|
| Odds | 8.4 | 8.0 |
| Markets | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| Bonuses | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| App | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Payments | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Support | 6.8 | 8.2 |
| Typical football margin | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| Overall | 8.3 | 8.5 |
Features compared
| Feature | Coral | Paddy Power |
|---|---|---|
| Live betting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live streaming | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cash out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bet builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Acca bonus / boost | – | ✓ |
| iOS app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android app | ✓ | ✓ |
Why choose Coral
- ✓Lowest football margins of the UK high-street brands we measured
- ✓Live streaming of 15,000+ events a year
- ✓Shop and online accounts linked with Coral Connect
Payments in United Kingdom
Debit card · PayPal · Apple Pay · Google Pay · Bank transfer · Paysafecard
Why choose Paddy Power
- ✓Money-back specials
- ✓Power Prices
- ✓Great racing coverage
Payments in United Kingdom
Debit card · PayPal · Apple Pay · Bank transfer
Frequently asked questions
Is Coral or Paddy Power better?
In our ratings Paddy Power scores higher overall (8.5/10 vs 8.3/10). The better choice depends on whether you prioritise odds, bonuses, app quality or payment options.
Which has better odds, Coral or Paddy Power?
Coral typically has the lower margin on football (5.6%), which usually means better odds. Prices vary by match, so check our odds comparison.
Can I have accounts with both Coral and Paddy Power?
Yes. Having accounts at several licensed bookmakers lets you take the best price on each bet and claim each welcome offer, subject to their terms.