Live·Thu, 14 May 2026·Methodology

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Methodology

How we test, score and rank casinos.

We don't rate casinos from a spreadsheet. Every brand we cover is opened, funded, played and cashed out - with our own money.

Last updated 14 May 2026

The short version

We operate a small portfolio of casino brands and we review them openly. That means we have something most affiliate sites don't: first-hand operational insight. It also means we have a conflict of interest, which we disclose on every page. Our scores reflect real testing, not marketing copy.

What we test, every time

  • Registration & KYC - how long sign-up takes, what documents are requested, and at what deposit/withdrawal threshold verification kicks in.
  • Deposits - we fund each casino with at least one card method and one crypto method, logging speed, fees and minimums.
  • Withdrawals - the number that matters most. We request a payout and time it from request to funds-received, separately for crypto, e-wallet and bank.
  • Bonus terms - we read the full T&Cs of every welcome offer: wagering multiplier, game contribution, max bet, max cashout, expiry.
  • Game library - provider count, slot count, live-dealer coverage, and whether advertised studios are actually present.
  • Support - we contact live chat with a real question and log the response time and quality.
  • Licence & ownership - we verify the stated licence and, where possible, the operating company.

How the score is built

Our 1-10 rating weights the factors that actually affect a player:

  • Withdrawal speed & reliability - 30%
  • Bonus fairness (wagering, caps, contribution) - 20%
  • Game library depth & quality - 20%
  • Payment options (incl. crypto) - 15%
  • Support & account experience - 10%
  • Licence & transparency - 5%

When we re-test

Casino reviews are re-checked every 60 days, and immediately if a reader reports a problem we can reproduce. Bonus figures are re-verified monthly because operators change offers frequently - if you spot a discrepancy, tell us.

What we won't do

  • We don't publish a casino we wouldn't fund ourselves.
  • We don't hide our ownership of the brands we list - see our affiliate disclosure.
  • We don't use language that implies guaranteed wins. Gambling carries risk; play within your means and use the tools at BeGambleAware.org.