Casino Bonuses Explained
Welcome packages, free spins, cashback — bonuses can stretch your bankroll or quietly trap it. Here is what each type really means and the one number that decides whether an offer is worth claiming.
Bonus types
The offers you will see across the casinos we review, and what to expect from each.
Welcome bonus
The new-player offer, usually a deposit match like 100% up to $200, often spread over your first few deposits and bundled with free spins. The biggest headline number is rarely the best deal — check the wagering before you commit.
No-deposit bonus
Bonus cash or free spins credited just for signing up, with nothing to deposit. It is the lowest-risk way to try a casino, but expect high wagering and a low cap on what you can cash out.
Free spins
A set number of spins on a specific slot at a fixed bet, with the winnings paid as bonus funds. Watch the spin value and whether the resulting winnings carry their own wagering requirement.
Cashback
A percentage of your net losses returned over a day, week or month. Real-cash cashback with no strings is the most player-friendly promotion a casino offers; bonus cashback comes with wagering.
Reload bonus
A deposit match for existing players, offered on top-ups after the welcome deal — often on fixed days or through a loyalty programme. Smaller than the welcome bonus, but a steady way to add value.
Wagering requirements, explained
Wagering (or playthrough) is the number of times you must bet a bonus before any winnings can be withdrawn. A $50 bonus at 30x wagering means $1,500 in total bets first. Lower multiples, generous time limits, and slots that count 100% toward the requirement all make an offer easier to clear — always read the terms, not just the headline percentage.
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We score every casino's offer on its real terms, not its biggest number. Compare bonuses on the casinos we have reviewed.
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