Every casino on this site goes through the same six-step independent review before it earns a star rating. Operators cannot pay for a higher position.
1. Licence verification
We resolve every casino's licence number on the regulator's public register. If we can't find an active record, the operator is removed from the list.
2. Real-money deposit and play
We deposit our own funds — never sponsored accounts — and play across slots, table games and live dealer for at least 30 days.
3. Bonus T&Cs audit
We log every clause: wagering, max bet, expiry, game weighting, country exclusions. Bonuses with predatory terms tank the score.
4. Payout-speed measurement
We request a withdrawal and time it from confirmation to bank/wallet credit. Every value on this site is a measured number, not a marketing claim.
5. Support evaluation
Three test queries: a routine question, a complaint, and a tricky responsible-gambling scenario. Response time and quality are scored separately.
6. Final scoring
240+ data points feed into a weighted score from 0–5. Two reviewers must agree before a casino can earn the 'Top-rated' badge.