The short answer
Side by side
| Criterion | lilbet | Melbet |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3 / 10 | 6.4 / 10 |
| Licence | Curaçao OGL/2024/131/0296 | Curaçao No. 5536/JAZ |
| Track record | Since 2024 | Long-established, wide reach |
| Complaint record | None documented | Delayed and unpaid withdrawals reported (~1.3/5 on Trustpilot) |
| Stated payout window | 0–24h | None published |
| Sportsbook depth | 40+ sports, solid | Very wide; strong Africa/MENA |
| Vodafone Cash (Egypt) | — | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Welcome bonus | 100% (35x / 7 days) | Large, generous range |
| Egypt 2026 app blocks | Not named | Not named |
Where lilbet wins
On the things our scoring weights most heavily — payouts and safety — lilbet is ahead. It holds a current Curaçao licence (OGL/2024/131/0296), has no documented payout-fraud complaints, and states 0–24h withdrawals. Melbet, by contrast, carries a ~1.3/5 Trustpilot score and documented reports of delayed and unpaid withdrawals — some users citing waits of days, weeks or longer — plus reports of support cutting users off. lilbet's "slow payout" reputation online is largely mistaken identity with the separate li.bet and Lilibet brands — a distinction we detail in the full lilbet review. If your priority is a clean record and getting paid without friction, lilbet is the pick.
Where Melbet wins
Melbet is the wider product for this region. Its sportsbook breadth and Africa/MENA coverage outstrip lilbet's, and — crucially for Egyptian players — it accepts Vodafone Cash, which lilbet does not take. If you want the widest possible range of markets and the convenience of a local wallet, and you accept the documented payout risks, Melbet delivers more reach. See the full Melbet review for the caveats.
Which should you choose?
Choose lilbet if…
- A clean licence and payout record matter most
- You are happy to deposit with crypto or card
- You want to avoid brands with heavy payout complaints
Choose Melbet if…
- You want very wide markets and MENA coverage
- Vodafone Cash deposits are essential
- You accept the documented payout-delay risk
FAQ
Is lilbet or Melbet better in 2026?
lilbet scores higher overall (8.3 vs 6.4) on a clean licence and payout record. Melbet is better for sportsbook breadth, MENA reach and Vodafone Cash deposits in Egypt. Safety vs. reach — pick the one that matches your priority.
Which pays out more reliably?
No payout dispute has been traced to lil.bet, which states 0–24h withdrawals; Melbet has a ~1.3/5 Trustpilot score and recurring reports of delayed and unpaid withdrawals. lilbet is the safer pick on payouts, with the usual small-sample caveat for a 2024 brand.
Which accepts Vodafone Cash in Egypt?
Melbet does; lilbet does not take Vodafone Cash or EGP, so lilbet users deposit via crypto or card.
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