Last updated: June 2026 — Lorcan Perkins, 2place

How We Rate

Our Review Methodology Explained

At 2place.org, every eSports betting site you see listed has been put through a rigorous, structured review process before we share our verdict. This page explains exactly how we evaluate operators, how we score them, and why you can trust what you read. Transparency is something we take seriously, and we believe you deserve to know the work that goes on behind every rating we publish.

Who Reviews the Sites

All reviews on 2place.org are written and verified by Lorcan Perkins, the founder and lead reviewer of this site. Lorcan has spent years analysing the UK eSports betting market, studying operator behaviour, bonus structures, licensing standards, and player experience across dozens of platforms. Before any site receives a published rating, Lorcan personally registers an account, makes a real deposit, places actual wagers on eSports markets, tests the withdrawal process, and contacts customer support directly. No review is based on press releases, operator submissions, or second-hand information. Every score reflects hands-on, real-money testing carried out in 2026 against the current UK market standards.

Our Step-by-Step Review Process

Each review follows the same structured process from start to finish. Here is how it works:

• Step 1 – Initial Research: We identify the operator, check its regulatory status with the UK Gambling Commission, and review publicly available licence information before any account is opened.
• Step 2 – Account Registration: Lorcan registers a new account using standard UK verification procedures. We note how long the process takes, what documents are requested, and whether responsible gambling tools are easy to find.
• Step 3 – Deposit Testing: A real deposit is made using commonly available UK payment methods. We record processing times, fees, and any restrictions that apply.
• Step 4 – eSports Market Evaluation: We explore the full breadth of eSports coverage, including titles such as CS2, League of Legends, Dota 2, Valorant, and others. We assess market depth, odds competitiveness, and live betting availability.
• Step 5 – Bonus Claiming: Where a welcome offer or ongoing promotion is available, we claim it and read the full terms and conditions. Wagering requirements, game restrictions, and time limits are all documented.
• Step 6 – Withdrawal Request: We request a withdrawal and measure the time taken for funds to arrive. We note whether verification checks cause delays and how clearly the site communicates the process.
• Step 7 – Customer Support Contact: We contact support via live chat and email to assess response times, knowledge, and quality of assistance.
• Step 8 – Mobile Testing: We test the site on mobile browsers and, where available, dedicated apps to assess performance, layout, and ease of navigation.
• Step 9 – Scoring and Write-Up: All findings are compiled into a weighted score and a detailed written review.

Our Rating Criteria and Weightings

Each operator is scored out of 10 in six core categories. A weighted final score is then calculated to produce the overall rating you see on the site. The table below shows each category and the weight it carries in the final score.

Category	Weighting	What We Assess
Licensing and Safety	25%	UKGC licence status, responsible gambling tools, data security, and fair play standards
Bonuses and Promotions	20%	Welcome offer value, wagering requirements, ongoing promotions, and fairness of terms
eSports Market Selection	20%	Range of titles covered, market depth, odds quality, and live betting availability
Payment Methods	15%	Deposit and withdrawal options, processing times, fees, and minimum limits
Customer Support	10%	Availability, response speed, quality of answers, and contact channel variety
Mobile Experience	10%	App or mobile site performance, navigation, loading speed, and feature parity

Understanding Our Rating Scale

Every site receives a final score between 1 and 10. Here is what each range means in plain terms:

• 9.0 – 10: Exceptional. Among the very best eSports betting sites available to UK players.
• 7.0 – 8.9: Good to excellent. Solid across most categories with only minor shortcomings.
• 5.0 – 6.9: Average to decent. Some positive qualities but notable areas that need improvement.
• 3.0 – 4.9: Below average. Significant issues in one or more important categories.
• 1.0 – 2.9: Poor. We would not recommend these sites to UK eSports bettors.

We only publish positive featured recommendations for sites scoring 7.0 or above. Sites that score lower may still appear in comparison tables for transparency, but they will not receive an editorial endorsement.

How 2place Stays Independent and Unbiased

2place.org may earn commission through affiliate partnerships when a reader signs up to a recommended operator. We want to be completely open about this. However, our editorial scoring is never influenced by commercial agreements. Lorcan Perkins applies the same methodology to every site regardless of whether an affiliate relationship exists. Operators cannot pay for higher ratings, request changes to published scores, or influence the content of a review in any way. If a site does not meet our standards, it does not receive a recommendation, full stop.

We also revisit published reviews on a regular basis throughout 2026. If an operator changes its terms, loses its UKGC licence, or receives credible player complaints, we update our rating accordingly. Our readers come first, and maintaining that trust is more important to us than any commercial arrangement.

Questions About Our Methodology

If you have questions about how a particular site was reviewed or scored, you are welcome to get in touch directly through the contact page. Lorcan Perkins reads and responds to reader queries personally.