Top 3 Android/iOS Poker Sites

7 years ago
Top Android/iOS Poker Sites
17:32
18 Jul

It’s time to give props to three poker rooms that are making mobile poker a reality and a pleasure. It is no longer viable for poker sites to be “desktop only” as they must move with the times. A internet users we want to be free from our computers. I recently had a telephone call with my four year old niece who asked me “why is your phone broken?” It was not broken, we were just not talking on Facetime so it was audio only! I realized that kids don’t understand that video calling is such a new phenomenon because it’s the norm for them.

Here are three great sites for your poker-on-the-move experience in no particular order, they are all great!


TonyBet

Founded by the serial poker entrepreneur Antanas Guoga, better known to the poker world as “Tony G”, you know if you play on TonyBet you are guaranteed cutting edge innovation and fun gameplay. What’s unique about TonyBet is that it’s currently the only open-face Chinese Poker site in the world, so if you want to play Chinese Poker online, you only have one place to play. This isn't a problem though, as the site is constantly striving to offer the best even. Maybe there isn't any competition because no one thinks they can keep up with TonyBet.

When I played TonyBet on my iOS I found the graphics to be precise with the default interface smooth and I like their subtle use of a gradient on their colour scheme. The cards are clear and the interface works well. TonyBet has now added Texas Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha cash games. Up until now you could only play Chinese Poker only on the app. Cash games start from €0.01 - €0.02 and up to €5 - €10. All games are 6-max, there is no full ring games.

You can sign up now for TonyBet via PokerTube and get a first deposit bonus of 100% up to €500. If you meet the criteria you can get up to 80% rakeback per day. You will get access to exclusive tournaments such as €15,000 Grinderz League and be given a €10 ticket to a €5000 freeroll. If you are ever in need of a hand you can get help from PokerTube’s Whatsapp, Skype, online chat, or live support as well as TonyBet’s own support.

It's the best place online for OFC, but if you think that means the other games are lacking, then you don't know TonyBet. Visit their website to see the full list of deals and start playing anywhere.



Sky Poker

If you play poker at Sky Poker you might get on TV via Sky Poker Live broadcasts which are shown live on Sky Sports. Even if you don’t want your name in lights, the distinct blue branding is so usable that it is used without modification during the TV broadcasts. Sky Poker must have gone to a lot of trouble to get the usability right and even before you play you know that if it’s good enough for TV broadcasts, you are unlikely to find it clunky or ugly.

Like TonyBet, Sky Poker is a 6-max website. If you feel your skills on the 6-max table need a helping hand you can download and watch their poker strategy videos via your iPad or iPhone via the Sky Poker app.

You should note that there is current no android app, but fortunately Sky Poker can be played via an internet browser on your android, so you won’t miss out. Sky Poker are going to introduce multi-table capability soon, however, in the meantime you have a full choice of Cash Games, SNGs, and tournaments with a quick seat option available for those players who have little time to wait. While never being able to give 100% guarantees, I am personally reassured when I deposit thanks to Sky being a global company worth billions of dollars.

Sign up to play Sky Poker via PokerTube and get a 200% deposit bonus up to ÂŁ500 as well as ÂŁ10 free for signing up. The games are known to be quite soft due to the unique TV marketing that puts Sky Poker in front of loads of new players every day. Not many, if any, poker rooms enjoy this sort of access to new players. I always like access to my money so using an e-wallet gets me my money back within a day and ensures quick deposits. Other methods of withdrawal are credited to my account within 2 - 5 working days.

Please note the app requires you to have your iPad or iPhone’s location services switched on because the app must check you are in their allowed countries (United Kingdom, Ireland, Finland, Gibraltar and the Channel Islands) before allowing you to play! PokerTube offers our own support, but Sky Poker also has live chat, email, or phone support if you need it. Between the two, any issues should be ironed out quickly, so go check it out already!



888 Poker

Good old 888. Come rain or shine in the poker markets, 888 is there and they always offer a good poker experience. Again, as far as I can be sure, I trust their company because they have been around for so long even through the dark periods of our game's history. They give full details about their security measures advising on their website that “your credit card at 888.com is even safer than using it to order a pizza or at your local gas station.”

They have not, however, rested on their laurels relying on poker nostalgia to win them customers. They have upgraded their branding and I love their new neon table design which is clear and playable. 888 have a very wide variety of games to play that includes Stud, Omaha Hi-Lo and Omaha Hi. If you are unsure on the strategy for a game you can watch 888’s poker lessons to help you master the games.

Similar to “Zoom” poker on PokerStars, 888 offer you a variation called “Snap Poker” where you are placed into a pool or players and can quickly play hands against anyone in the pool of players. This is ideal for anyone looking to play their hands during a break at work or in your lunch break. This is the perfect fast-paced game style, particularly for those of us playing from a smartphone.

If you sign up to 888 Poker via PokerTube, without even depositing you can get a FREE £20 just for signing up. When you deposit for the first time, get 100% up to $400 and up to 36% cashback. When you deposit you are given two tickets to a $1000 Freeroll which are run twice during every week. As well as PokerTube’s personal support service 888 offer live chat support 24/7 with native English speakers.



Signing up to any of these three great rooms at any time is a good idea, but I think being able to play on your Android or iPhone is a huge bonus all on its own. Their apps will continue to be developed too so they will get even better.


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Malcolm comes from Consett in the North East of England and is an avid poker player and writer.Read more

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