Last week we looked at how online bonus turnover requirements can work by looking at some of the common offers used in casinos and what they actually mean for the user.
In this article, we'll take that a step further by looking at some specific online casino bonuses, what they mean and how much you'll actually need to spend before you meet the bonus requirements.
1. No Deposit Bonus from Wild Jackpots Casino
No Deposit Bonuses are relatively uncommon but there are a few casinos out there that offer players cash without the need for a deposit. One such casino that enjoys popularity is Wild Jackpots and their offer sees new mobile casino players offered bonus into their new account, without the need for a deposit. This small "token" bonus has been designed for mobile casino players giving players a chance to try the mobile experience for free before committing to deposit.
It is still a decent offer as it means new players have 5 free with which to play any of the mobile casino games on the site. The 5 free is designed so that it is difficult to withdraw. Otherwise there would be tens of thousands of players signing up and withdrawing free cash! In order to withdraw the 5 bonus, you need to wager at least 100 times the original bonus amount, thus meaning you need to turn your original free 5 into 500 and then wager this amount in full before you can withdraw any cash.
It is also worth noting that not all games contribute towards some bonuses. Slot games and scratchcard games do offer contributions but games, but games such as Blackjack contribute only a proportion towards your bonus requirements. *
The good news with this bonus is that players get a chance to try the mobile experience and need not lose any money. Mobile casino gaming on a small screen is not for everyone. But it's good to note that playing on tablet qualifies as a 'mobile device'. This means you can play on any of the retina-display iPads offering s brilliant viewing experience.
2. Welcome Bonus from Wild Jackpots Casino
Wild Jackpots' welcome bonus is split into two, with potential bonus payments offered of up to 300.
So, in order to claim your full bonus of 300, you'll need to deposit 280 in your account.
The bonus cash that a casino offers is never designed to be taken granted for. That just wouldn't make good business sense. So always view the bonuses offered in realistic terms. You still get to play the bonus money so why not use it try a variety of games and get to know the games you like?
3. No Deposit Free Spins Bonus from Lucky Nugget Casino
No deposit free spin bonuses, such as those found here, are a rarity in the casino world, but getting more popular as players demand them. The great thing is that even if you take up the free spin offer, you still qualify for other new player bonuses (such as a deposit bonus), as well as potentially striking it lucky in your free spins!
The free spins on Mad Hatters sees you receive 20 free spins and no deposit is required to claim these spins. On top of any winnings you may get in your free spins, you can also receive a new player bonus of 150% up to 200 on your first single deposit.
These offers are very popular with players as it gives them a completely free shot at playing these games, earning a decent bonus if they are lucky, and then earning a deposit bonus on top of that, giving them additional bonus funds to play with on the site at no extra cost. Free Spins offer a good deal for players. You certainly get a lot more play for your money!
Summing It Up...
The key to understanding bonuses is knowing that casinos are offering you the chance to play their games, not the cash sums stated. Once players realise this, they can see the value in the offer, and don't feel upset or deceived that they can't withdraw the money the casino has "promised" them. The casino has done no such thing - it is simply a player misunderstanding how the bonus offers work that leads to this issue.
So remember, bonuses do come in all shapes and forms but there are no 'easy money' bargains to be had in any of them - except in the no deposit offers since you are not require to deposit anything.
Extra notes: We don't use currency symbols on the offers because the same amount is available in $, € and £. For Swedish Krona (SEK), and Norwegian Krone (NOK) players, eligibility requirements and bonus amounts are usually multiplied by 10.
* The same turnover requirements usually apply to mobile and desktop gaming. The below is a standard breakdown of the games' "contributing power" towards the bonus requirements:
Slots - contributes 100%
Video Poker - contributes 8% (except All Aces and Jacks or Better).
Blackjack - contributes 8% (except Classic Blackjack).
Casino War - contributes 8%
Classic Blackjack, all Aces Video/Power Pokers, Jacks or Better Video/Power Pokers, all Roulette games, all Baccarat games, all Craps, Red Dog, Sic Bo - contribute 0%.
Note that these rules can vary from casino to casino so check the terms of conditions, which can sometimes be difficult to find. Not because the casinos try to hide them, but because casino sites are visual 'things' and having thousands of words of terms on the page would ruin those visuals.