How We Score Casinos - Methodology & Criteria

Our Scoring System

We evaluate casinos on a 0-100 scale using three key factors. When available, we prioritize Casino Guru's Safety Index (converted from their 0-10 scale). For casinos without Casino Guru data, we calculate our own score based on the criteria below.

🛡️ License Quality (40% weight)

The gambling license is your primary protection. We score licenses based on regulatory strength and player protection standards.

Tier 1 (100 points):

MGA, UKGC, Sweden, Denmark

Tier 2 (85-90 points):

Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Italy, Spain

Tier 3 (60-75 points):

Curacao, Kahnawake, Estonia

No License (0 points):

Unlicensed casinos

⏱️ Withdrawal Speed (40% weight)

Based on verified user reports from our community. Fast, reliable payouts are essential for a trustworthy casino.

≤ 24 hours 100 points (Excellent)

24-48 hours 80 points (Good)

48-72 hours 60 points (Fair)

> 120 hours 20 points (Poor)

No data yet 50 points (Neutral)

🎁 Bonus Fairness (20% weight)

We analyze bonus terms for hidden traps like low max bets, high wagering requirements, and restrictive cashout limits.

• Max bet restrictions: €5+ = Fair, €3 or less = Trap

• Wagering requirements: Under 35x = Fair, 50x+ = High

• Max cashout limits: 10x+ bonus = Fair, 5x or less = Restrictive

• Time limits: 30+ days = Fair, Under 7 days = Pressure

Verdict Thresholds

Based on the overall score (0-100), we assign one of three verdicts:

✅

Safe to Play (80-100)

Strong license + good track record + fair terms

⚠️

Play with Caution (60-79)

Moderate protection or some concerns

❌

High Risk (0-59)

Weak license or major red flags

Our Data Sources

Casino Guru: We use their comprehensive casino reviews and safety index ratings as our primary data source for casino information.

Official Registers: License verification from UKGC, MGA, and other regulatory bodies where available.

User Reports: Verified withdrawal times and experiences submitted by our community members.

Direct Analysis: Our team manually reviews bonus terms and conditions to identify potential traps.