“Betway’s loyalty bonuses will surprise you”

Betway casino is a long established online casino operating out of Malta since 2006. Home to many top casinos in the world, Malta has become a frontrunner in governing and regulating online casinos.

Security and fair games is definitely something I look for when choosing an online casino; but all the security in the world means nothing if you don’t have games to play. Betway uses one of the top games providers and casino services from Microgaming.

This equates to being able to play some of the hottest slots, table games, and even switch to poker or sports betting if you’re feeling lucky.

If you aren’t familiar with Microgaming, or have never played at a casino using this software, you are in for a real treat. Just a few games of note include the player favorite progressive jackpot slots that include the largest jackpot slot in history – Mega Moolah. One lucky player won over £13 million playing this slot at Betway.

Betway has over 500 games in total on one of the easiest to use pieces of software you will encounter. Most games are flash based that can be played on a variety of devices. If you’re sick of having to download software just to play a few games, Betways casino lets you play them instantly with no download needed.

You can also play them on the go from a mobile device. The games are designed to work on iPads, iPhones, Android operating systems, and more. The mobile casino works amazing. It has a solid mix of being user friendly and great looking games.

Some of the games are meant to be experienced on a mobile device. There’s nothing like spinning the reels on a slot using only your fingertip. It’s like carrying around a casino in your pocket.

The entire site is modern and slick. It’s clear they have been keeping up with the times just from the main page. It’s easy to navigate and has most information available a click away. I say most because it does take a little navigating to find a complete list of games.

If you’re looking for a safe, secure and fun online casino to play at, Betway has it all. With generous bonuses, tons of games and return to player that averages 97%, its one of the most rewarding online casinos around.

Games and Software

Microgaming is one of the most trusted and recognized names in the casino industry. Winning numerous awards over the years, they have become on the top online game providers.

The range of games you can play at Betway includes slots, table games, video poker and variations of popular games that add some depth to the overall use of the site.

Here are just some of the games you can play at Betway. And my personal favorites.

• Blackjack
• Roulette
• 3D Slots
• Video Poker

All games are well designed and easy to play. When it comes to being user friendly, Betway games are some of the friendliest. With low betting requirements, and ease of use, all level of players will find Betway to be accessible. Minimum bets on most table games are just $1. With slot games that can be as low as £0.1p per spin.

High rollers, and veterans to casino games shouldn’t feel left out either. If high stakes action is what you’re looking for, many table games have limits as high as £10,000.

If you aren’t sure what to play, you could always start with some of the more popular games. The slots are always a hit with their 3D graphics and just fun to play characteristics. The progressive jackpot slots at Betway are the clear frontrunners when it comes to popularity. Mega Moolah is one of the highest paying jackpots in the world and has changed lives for some.

If you like the interaction of table games, you won’t feel short changed on this end. All the popular games are available, with many variations on the classics.

• Roulette
• Gold Series Table Games
• Baccarat

And finally, we have our casual games as I like to call them. Not everyone likes the traditional casino games that are forced down our throats. To please everyone, Betway offers scratch card games, Bingo and Keno.

Promotions and bonuses

All new players are eligible for a welcome bonus worth up to £1,000. The bonus is broken down into 3 separate deposits.

The first deposit bonus nets you a 100% match up to £250.
The second deposit bonus is a 25% match up to £250.
The 3rd and final deposit bonus you can receive is a 50% match up to £500.

The total bonus is large and can be worth going after. But as I stated before, it works best if you play slots. Let me tell you why.

As with most casino bonuses, only certain games will count towards clearing the bonus. On average I have found that slots games tend to weigh heavily in this area with table games counting for 25-50% most of the time. At Betway, all slot games count as 100% towards the bonus. While table games either count for 8%, or don’t count at all. Games that don’t count include Baccarat, Craps, Sic Bo, Red Dog, certain Video Poker games and Classic Blackjack. Another facet of the bonus is the clearing requirement. Again, from my experience, this requirement averages around 35-40x across the board. Betway used to have a fair play through until a few years ago when they raised it to 50x before being able to cash out.

They do make up for the hard to obtain bonus, with a somewhat generous loyalty program that gives players more bonuses and incentives as they play.
One important note about the bonus before we move on. You do need to deposit a minimum of £10 and click on the box that states you wish to receive the bonus. At first notice of this, I questioned why someone would not want to at least try and get the bonus.  But, after some internal debate, I came to the conclusion it would likely be more beneficial for those who don’t play slots to opt out. This is mainly due to funds won using the bonus cash will need to be cleared before cashing out. And since it will take a long time to clear those bonuses playing table games, it’s just not worth it from my perspective.

Customer Support

Support is available 24/7, with multiple options to contact customer service. The easiest way to get in touch with someone is by using the live chat service. I found wait times to be minimal, and the overall support I received was above average.

Phone support is available toll free for all countries 24/7; which is a nice feature since many sites with phone support only operate during set times.

Email will be your final solution. If for some reason you don’t have a phone, or don’t like using live chat, you do have the option to send email. Most emails are met with 24 hour or less response times from your initial contact. Depending on the query, a resolution is handled in a very timely manner.

I found the knowledge and training provided to the support team to be high quality. They handle 12 languages, and can answer most questions without having to jump from person to person. Try calling your phone provider and getting someone who knows what they are doing. It won’t happen, trust me.

If more companies followed Betways model for customer service, the world would be a happier place.

Security and Payments

Betway operates out of Malta which acts as their main governing body. They also hold licenses in all major markets including the UK, Ireland, Spain and Germany. Among others.

They are a member of the MGA (Malta Gaming Authority), The Gambling Commission, IBAS and eCOGRA. These independent 3^rd party operators act as outside auditors that ensure all games are fair, all players funds are safe and segregated; as well as handle any customer complaints.

It’s a safe bet that Betway is on the up and up when it comes to security, safety and fair gaming.

And to take things a step further, Betway is an active member of the responsible gaming community. Not only do they take part in gambleaware.co.uk, the sites software has built in measures that allow you to set limits on your gambling. Sure, they want your business, but in a responsible manner.

All of these safety measures mean that player deposits and other banking procedures are handled professionally. To meet the needs of players, a decent selection of deposit and cash out options are available.

• Visa
• Visa Electron
• PayPal
• Skrill
• Neteller
• Paysafe

Deposits are instant and available in your account as soon as you make the deposit. When cashing out, it generally takes 2-4 business days to finalize, and receive your funds.

Pros and Cons

To err is human, this is a fact of life that will never change. And while I wish every casino was perfect, the truth is, none are. Betway does hit on most cylinders, but also misfires on occasion. The obvious benefits are their commitment to safety and security, the extensive catalog of games. And their generous bonuses. But, with giving, comes taking. The bonuses are big, but very hard to clear. And, they only really work if you play mostly slot games. We could nitpick and tear down any casino if we look deep enough. But on the surface most look the same. I did tear apart Betway; as I do with any casino I play at, and found it tough to find flaws. The few things I did find were mainly personal preferences that don’t appeal to my taste, but overall, Betway meets my expectations.

Conclusion

By now, you should have all the information you need about Betway. I’m not here to sell you one way or the other. I’m here to give you my detailed experience playing. The decision is yours ultimately. But, with all the facts I have provided, you would be hard pressed to find a casino that offers as much as Betway.

The bonuses are somewhat of a setback for an otherwise great site. Aside from this aspect, the quality and number of games, fast support and cash outs, and premium security, for outweigh the few negatives I could find.