Good to know
- Own-brand bingo games and a chat host in every room
- £2 maximum stake per game
- App for iPhone and iPad, including iPadOS 15
Worth checking
- No Google Play listing found, Android plays in Chrome
- Two bingo formats: 90-ball and 30-ball
Which app do I need? tombola also publishes tombola arcade for its casino-style games; the bingo rooms are in tombola bingo.
Tombola has taken a different road from most bingo brands. Instead of licensing games from a network, it develops its own, and it staffs every room with a chat host. The operator, Tombola (International) Plc, holds UK Gambling Commission account 38613 for remote bingo and casino.
The tombola app on iPhone and iPad
The app is sold by Tombola Ltd in the App Store and runs on iPhone and iPad, and even on Apple Vision. The iPad version needs iPadOS 15 or later. It is among the best rated bingo apps in the store, and the reason is clear after a few minutes: the interface is simple, bright and built around the game rather than around promotions.
On Android, the mobile site in Chrome is the way in. It mirrors the app closely, including the chat, so Android players do not miss the social side.
A room that talks back
Chat is the heart of tombola. Every game has a chat host who welcomes players, runs small chat games and keeps the tone friendly. On a phone, the chat opens as a panel over the lower half of the screen; on an iPad it sits beside the ticket, which is the best way to enjoy it.
Games you will only find at tombola
Because tombola writes its own software, its games look and play differently from the network rooms at other brands. The app lists two bingo formats:
- 90-ball bingo, the traditional UK game with one line, two lines and full house.
- 30-ball bingo, a fast game on a small card where a full house arrives in moments.
Around the bingo sit tombola’s arcade games, again developed in-house. They are quick to play, which makes it easy to spend more than planned, so keep an eye on the session clock.
A stake cap built in
One detail sets tombola apart: the app notes a maximum stake of £2 per game. That cap keeps ticket spending modest by design and makes tombola a sensible choice for players who want bingo to stay a low-cost night in.
Payments and safer play
The tombola cashier handles deposits and withdrawals inside the app. UK rules exclude credit cards, so use a debit card or another listed method. Tombola’s safeplay tools cover spend limits, breaks and self-exclusion. Set your limits in the account area before you play for the first time.
Who tombola suits
Tombola suits players who enjoy the social side of bingo and like to keep stakes low. The in-house games will feel fresh if you have played network rooms elsewhere. If you want 75-ball or 80-ball games, you will need a second site such as Kitty Bingo or Mecca Bingo.
Alternatives to tombola
For more formats, try Kitty Bingo, with six. Mecca Bingo is another brand with a strong community feel and a separate club app, and Lucky Pants Bingo keeps its hosted chat rooms open 24 hours a day.
Compared with similar apps
| App | Store apps | Bingo formats | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| tombola | iPhone, iPad | 90, 30-ball | Game variety |
| Mecca | iPhone, Android, iPad | 90, 80, 75-ball | Simple navigation |
| Kitty | Android | 90, 80, 75, 50, 40, 36-ball | Game variety |
| Lucky Pants | Mobile site | 90, 80, 75, 50, 36-ball | Community |
Verdict. Tombola stands out for its in-house games, hosted chat and a stake cap per game. The site does not list it among its current picks, so check the comparison of Mecca, Kitty and Lucky Pants before you install.
How this review was checked
- Last checked
- September 2026
- App listings
- App Store (UK) and Google Play
- Cashier and tools
- The operator's own payment and safer gambling pages
The sources and what each review looks at are set out in how we review bingo apps.
tombola Bingo app FAQs
Is tombola bingo available on Android?
Tombola is played on Android through the mobile site in Chrome, which gives the same games and chat. On iPhone and iPad there is a dedicated app in the App Store.
What is the maximum stake at tombola?
The tombola app notes a maximum stake of £2 per game. The cap applies to bingo tickets and keeps sessions affordable.
Which bingo games does tombola offer?
The app lists 90-ball and 30-ball bingo, plus tombola's own arcade games. All games are developed in-house rather than bought from a supplier.
Who operates tombola?
Tombola (International) Plc holds the UK Gambling Commission licence, account 38613, for remote bingo and casino.
