Our Methodology

How We Rate Bonuses

We don’t rate brands — we rate offers. Every casino bonus and free bet is analysed using probability modelling to show what it’s actually worth after terms, maths, and real play.

Casino Bonuses

Value is driven by RTP × wagering × max cashout. A £100 bonus with 35x wagering at 96% RTP typically returns about £60 — if you can withdraw it.

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Free Bet Offers

Value is driven by conversion rate × restrictions × usage probability. A £30 free bet typically converts to £18-21 of withdrawable cash.

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Casino Bonuses

How We Rate Casino Bonuses

Six metrics weighted by real-world impact on your expected return.

Max Win Cap
20%

How much can you actually withdraw?

Min Deposit
15%

Entry cost to claim the offer

Wagering
25%

How many times must you replay the bonus?

Expiry
10%

Days to complete wagering requirements

Terms Clarity
10%

Are conditions clear and fair?

Real Value
20%

Probability-adjusted expected return

Real Example: Kitty Bingo £5 Deposit Bonus

The Offer

  • Deposit £5, get 50 free spins
  • Spins valued at £0.10 each = £5 total value
  • Max win capped at £50
  • 4x wagering on winnings

The Maths

Your deposit:£5
Spin value (50 × £0.10):£5
Expected win at 96% RTP:£4.80
Wagering (£4.80 × 4x):£19.20 playthrough
Expected after wagering:~£4.03
Real value of “£5 bonus”:~£4 (80%)

Verdict: Low 4x wagering makes this a good-value offer. The £50 cap is fair for a £5 deposit.

Overall Casino Score

40%
Bonus Value Score

Weighted average of all six metrics

60%
Operator Quality

Licensing, games, payments, speed

Free Bets

How We Rate Free Bet Offers

Free bets are scored on conversion probability — how much of the headline value becomes withdrawable cash.

Cash Equivalent
30%

Stake returned? Market restrictions?

Promo Friction
15%

How hard is it to qualify?

Odds Restrictions
20%

Min odds, singles allowed?

Withdrawal Terms
15%

Wagering on winnings? Cashout caps?

Expiry
10%

Days to use the free bet

Real Value
10%

Expected conversion rate

Real Example: Bet £10 Get £30 Free Bet

The Offer

  • Bet £10 on any sport at odds 1/2 (1.5)+
  • Get £30 in free bets (3 × £10)
  • Singles allowed
  • Stake not returned on free bets

The Maths

Your qualifying bet:£10
Free bet face value:£30
Stake returned:No
Typical conversion rate:~65-70%
Real value of £30 free bet:~£19-21

Example: Put £10 free bet on Man United at 2.5 (6/4). If they win, you get £25 (not £35, because stake isn’t returned). Expected value per £10 free bet ≈ £6.50-7.

The Three Things That Matter Most

Stake Returned?

A £10 free bet at 5/1 pays £60 if stake returned, only £50 if not. This single factor swings value by 20%+.

Singles Allowed?

Acca-only free bets have much higher bust rates. Singles give you control over conversion.

Min Odds

High minimum odds (2.5+) drastically reduce your ability to extract value from the offer.

Overall Bookmaker Score

40%
Free Bet Value Score

Weighted average of all six metrics

60%
Operator Quality

Odds, payouts, markets, reliability

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