Reference

The Casino Guide

A guidebook to the operators. Each one is read under the same headings, and the strongest leave with a medal.

From the front matter

How the medals are awarded

A perfect score is 100, made of 5 readings worth up to 20 apiece. The editors read every operator under the same 5 headings and set a mark for each. The marks are opinion. The small print beside each mark on an entry page is copied from the operator.

ReceptionHow the house reads from cover to cover, set beside the ratings its reviewers have given it.
CirculationThe methods at the counter for paying in and drawing out, and the smallest deposit that buys a seat.
WelcomeWhat the first deposit earns, and how clearly the terms are printed.
ProvenanceThe licence in the front matter and the years the doors have been open.
The RoomHow full the shelves are for a house of its kind, and which countries it admits readers from.

The medal roll

Gold medal85 and above3awarded
Silver medal78 to 846awarded
Bronze medal70 to 777awarded
Listedunder 704listed

First in the GuideGold medal

Crypto casino

Stake

Provably fair originals and a sportsbook, paid for in crypto from start to finish.

Reception: 19
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 18
Provenance: 14
The Room: 19

Guide verdict

Gold, and first in the Guide. A crypto casino trading since 2017 under a Curacao licence, pairing provably fair originals with a sportsbook. Deposits are crypto only, and players in the US and UK are shut out.

The operator's joining offer

200% Deposit Match Bonus up to $3,000

Minimum deposit $10

Read the entry Visit Stake

18+. T&Cs apply.

2ndin the GuideGold medal

Sportsbook

Bet365

A sportsbook built on sheer breadth of markets, with a live stream beside the in-play prices.

Reception: 18
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 17
Provenance: 18
The Room: 16

Guide verdict

A sportsbook first, known for the breadth of its markets and its in-play betting. Licensed by the UKGC and the MGA and trading since 2000. Casual readers may find the interface busy.

The operator's joining offer

Bet $10, get $200 in bonus bets with promo code

Minimum deposit $10

Read the entry Visit Bet365

18+. T&Cs apply.

3rdin the GuideGold medal

Casino

LeoVegas

A casino made for the phone first, with free spins handed out week by week.

Reception: 17
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 18
Provenance: 18
The Room: 16

Guide verdict

A mobile-first casino from Sweden with MGA, UKGC and Swedish licences. The welcome runs to €1,000 and 2,600 free spins across 12 weeks, with 35x wagering on eligible games.

The operator's joining offer

Up to €1,000 + 2,600 Free Spins

Minimum deposit €20

Read the entry Visit LeoVegas

18+. T&Cs apply.

4thin the GuideSilver medal

Crypto casino

Cloudbet

One of the original Bitcoin casinos, where one balance serves the tables and the sportsbook.

Reception: 18
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 17
Provenance: 14
The Room: 18

Guide verdict

One of the original Bitcoin casinos, trading since 2013 under a Curacao licence with a sportsbook built in. Payments are crypto only, and the welcome package reaches $2,500 plus up to 5 BTC.

The operator's joining offer

$2,500 Welcome Package + Up to 5 BTC

Minimum deposit $20

Read the entry Visit Cloudbet

18+. T&Cs apply.

5thin the GuideSilver medal

Sportsbook

William Hill

A British bookmaker since 1934, with deep coverage of the UK sporting calendar.

Reception: 18
Circulation: 15
Welcome: 15
Provenance: 18
The Room: 15

Guide verdict

The oldest name in the Guide, founded in 1934 and licensed by the UKGC and Gibraltar. Deep UK sports coverage, and a £40 free-bet welcome whose tokens expire after 7 days.

The operator's joining offer

Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets

Minimum deposit £10

Read the entry Visit William Hill

18+. T&Cs apply.

6thin the GuideSilver medal

Crypto casino

BitStarz

A Bitcoin casino that keeps a door open for cards and bank transfer.

Reception: 17
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 17
Provenance: 13
The Room: 17

Guide verdict

A Bitcoin casino trading since 2014 that also takes cards and bank transfer. The welcome package lists 5 BTC and 200 free spins, and its terms reward a careful read.

The operator's joining offer

5 BTC + 200 Free Spins Welcome Package

Minimum deposit $20

Read the entry Visit BitStarz

18+. T&Cs apply.

7thin the GuideSilver medal

Casino

PokerStars Casino

The poker brand's casino, with game-show live tables for 3 US states.

Reception: 16
Circulation: 14
Welcome: 17
Provenance: 18
The Room: 14

Guide verdict

The poker brand's casino, licensed in New Jersey, Michigan and Pennsylvania and open only in those 3 states. The first-deposit match runs to $1,500.

The operator's joining offer

Up to $1,500 deposit match + exclusive casino promotions

Minimum deposit $10

Read the entry Visit PokerStars Casino

18+. T&Cs apply.

8thin the GuideSilver medal

Sportsbook

Betway

A tidy sportsbook whose welcome splits cleanly between Bet Builders and accumulators.

Reception: 17
Circulation: 15
Welcome: 15
Provenance: 16
The Room: 15

Guide verdict

A clean, easy sportsbook under a Malta Gaming Authority licence since 2006. The £40 free-bet welcome splits into Bet Builder and Accumulator tokens, valid for 30 days.

The operator's joining offer

Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets

Minimum deposit £10

Read the entry Visit Betway

18+. T&Cs apply.

9thin the GuideSilver medal

Crypto casino

BC.Game

A crypto casino with more than 150 coins at the cashier and an option to play without identity checks.

Reception: 16
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 16
Provenance: 12
The Room: 17

Guide verdict

A crypto casino that takes over 150 coins and lists more than 1,000 titles, licensed in Anjouan. The multi-deposit welcome reaches $4,000, and our file notes slower withdrawals.

The operator's joining offer

Up to $4,000 Welcome Bonus + Free Spins

Minimum deposit $20

Read the entry Visit BC.Game

18+. T&Cs apply.

10thin the GuideBronze medal

Casino

Unibet

A single account that covers sport and casino, with a poker room attached.

Reception: 15
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 14
Provenance: 17
The Room: 14

Guide verdict

An all-in-one platform licensed by the UKGC and Gibraltar and trading since 1997. The casino welcome runs to £40 in bonuses plus 300 free spins.

The operator's joining offer

Up to £40 in bonuses + 300 free spins on casino

Minimum deposit £10

Read the entry Visit Unibet

18+. T&Cs apply.

11thin the GuideBronze medal

Casino

Casumo

A casino played like an adventure game, with quests and levels built for the phone.

Reception: 15
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 15
Provenance: 16
The Room: 13

Guide verdict

A gamified, mobile-first casino holding MGA and UKGC licences. The 100% match to £100 comes with 50 free spins and 30x wagering to clear within 7 days.

The operator's joining offer

100% Match up to £100 + 50 Free Spins

Minimum deposit £20

Read the entry Visit Casumo

18+. T&Cs apply.

12thin the GuideBronze medal

Crypto casino

mBit Casino

The crypto casino that prints the RTP on every slot.

Reception: 16
Circulation: 15
Welcome: 16
Provenance: 12
The Room: 15

Guide verdict

A crypto casino that shows the RTP on every slot, licensed in Curacao and trading since 2014. The welcome reaches 4 BTC and 325 free spins at 40x wagering inside a 7-day window.

The operator's joining offer

Up to 4 BTC + 325 Free Spins Welcome Bonus

Minimum deposit 30 USDT

Read the entry Visit mBit Casino

18+. T&Cs apply.

13thin the GuideBronze medal

Sportsbook

Pinnacle

Low margins and high limits for bettors who never wanted a bonus.

Reception: 17
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 8
Provenance: 17
The Room: 14

Guide verdict

A sportsbook for bettors who count margins. It offers no welcome bonus by choice, holds licences in Curacao and Ontario, and has traded since 1998.

The operator's joining offer

No welcome bonus, sharp odds and no limits instead

Minimum deposit not listed

Read the entry Visit Pinnacle

18+. T&Cs apply.

14thin the GuideBronze medal

Crypto casino

7Bit Casino

A long-serving crypto casino with a welcome spread over 4 deposits and a €1 floor.

Reception: 15
Circulation: 15
Welcome: 17
Provenance: 11
The Room: 14

Guide verdict

A crypto casino open since 2014 under a Curacao licence. The welcome is a 325% match up to 5.25 BTC plus 250 free spins, spread over the first 4 deposits.

The operator's joining offer

325% Match Up to 5.25 BTC + 250 Free Spins

Minimum deposit €1

Read the entry Visit 7Bit Casino

18+. T&Cs apply.

15thin the GuideBronze medal

Casino

Betsson

A Swedish group's casino and sportsbook, with a bonus ladder that climbs over several deposits.

Reception: 14
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 14
Provenance: 15
The Room: 11

Guide verdict

A Swedish brand running casino and sportsbook on one platform under an MGA licence. Entry starts at €10, and the welcome carries 35x wagering over 30 days.

The operator's joining offer

100% Match up to €100 + 50 Free Spins + €10 Free Bet

Minimum deposit €10

Read the entry Visit Betsson

18+. T&Cs apply.

16thin the GuideBronze medal

Casino

Mr Green

A slots casino from Malta that puts player protection first.

Reception: 14
Circulation: 16
Welcome: 13
Provenance: 16
The Room: 11

Guide verdict

A slots-led casino with a strong focus on player protection and 4 licences, the MGA and UKGC among them. The welcome is a 100% match to €100 with 200 free spins over 5 days.

The operator's joining offer

100% Match up to €100 + 200 Free Spins

Minimum deposit €20

Read the entry Visit Mr Green

18+. T&Cs apply.

17thin the GuideListed

Lottery

TheLotter

A courier that buys the real ticket and sends you the scan.

Reception: 16
Circulation: 12
Welcome: 8
Provenance: 16
The Room: 15

Guide verdict

A courier service for official lottery tickets, licensed by the MGA since 2002. There is no welcome bonus, and a convenience fee of up to 30% sits on every ticket.

The operator's joining offer

No Welcome Bonus

Minimum deposit €5

Read the entry Visit TheLotter

18+. T&Cs apply.

18thin the GuideListed

Lottery

LottoLand

Bets on the big lottery draws, with insurance standing behind the jackpots.

Reception: 15
Circulation: 14
Welcome: 10
Provenance: 14
The Room: 13

Guide verdict

LottoLand lets you bet on the outcome of lottery draws, with payouts backed by insurance, under a Gibraltar licence. Welcome offers vary by region.

The operator's joining offer

Welcome Spins and Free Bets (varies by region)

Minimum deposit €5

Read the entry Visit LottoLand

18+. T&Cs apply.

19thin the GuideListed

Crypto casino

Roobet

A modern crypto casino and sportsbook that pays rakeback in place of a deposit match.

Reception: 14
Circulation: 17
Welcome: 10
Provenance: 11
The Room: 13

Guide verdict

A crypto casino and sportsbook under a Curacao licence since 2018, with 10 coins at the cashier. There is no deposit match, and rewards arrive as rakeback and weekly bonuses.

The operator's joining offer

VIP Rewards Program with Instant Rakeback & Weekly Bonuses

Minimum deposit not listed

Read the entry Visit Roobet

18+. T&Cs apply.

20thin the GuideListed

Crypto casino

TrustDice

Provably fair dice and crash, with a faucet that drips free crypto every day.

Reception: 13
Circulation: 15
Welcome: 14
Provenance: 10
The Room: 12

Guide verdict

A provably fair crypto casino with a daily BTC faucet, licensed in Curacao since 2018. The welcome headline reads up to 3 BTC.

The operator's joining offer

Up to 3 BTC Welcome Bonus + Daily Free BTC Faucet

No minimum deposit

Read the entry Visit TrustDice

18+. T&Cs apply.

Marks are the editors' judgement. Offers and licences are copied from each operator's own pages. 18+.