How to compare casino bonuses

Compare a promotion as a complete package. A headline number is useful only when you know what each unit is worth and what conditions apply before any winnings can be withdrawn.

Start with qualification

Record the minimum deposit, required code or registration link, eligible payment methods and deadline. Check whether you need to opt in before depositing and whether the offer is restricted to new accounts or particular regions.

Understand wagering

Read what the multiplier applies to: bonus funds, winnings, or another specified amount. Check game contributions and excluded games. Do not assume that placing one kind of bet satisfies a requirement written for another.

Separate the time limits

An offer can have one deadline to qualify, another to claim spins, and another to use them or complete wagering. Note each one. A promotion delivered over several days may require separate claims.

Check stake and winnings limits

Look for the maximum permitted stake during promotional play and any cap on withdrawable winnings. Also check what happens if you request a withdrawal before completing a promotion’s conditions.

A hypothetical example

Offer A advertises 50 spins at 10p each. Offer B advertises 25 spins at 20p each. Both provide £5 of spin stakes, but their restrictions and the value of any resulting winnings may differ. Neither guarantees a profit.

Keep the comparison grounded

Use the specific offer page and current general bonus terms together. If they conflict, ask the operator to clarify. You can also choose not to use a bonus; check how to decline any automatically selected promotion.