Casino bonuses: A complete guide

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Sam Gascoyne
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A complete guide to the very best casino bonuses

Let's be honest, you've arrived at No Wagering for one reason and one reason only... To get your hands on the very best casino bonuses to help you win big at your favourite no wagering casinos.

Who can blame you? There's nothing sweeter than finding a lucrative casino bonus that puts you in the driving seat when it comes to winning lots and lots of money. 

This guide will thoroughly explain the different types of casino bonuses you'll find here at No Wagering, and across the internet at various online casinos. 

Why should you opt into casino bonuses?

Many players are content just to visit the first casino that comes to mind, where they sign up and begin playing straight away without any hassle... However, there are plenty of us that like to be meticulous when it comes to finding the very best casino bonuses... And for good reason, it pays to be picky in a world where we have thousands of bonuses finely tuned to meet the needs of every different kind of casino player imaginable. 

There's a common misconception that casino bonuses make withdrawing winnings more difficult, which in some cases can be true due to the money being locked behind unrealistically difficult wagering requirements... However, here at No Wagering we're firmly against predatory bonuses that lead to players down the garden path. You'll only find wager-free casino bonuses and a small handful of low wagering casino bonuses that do not exceed 20x wagering requirements. 

Welcome bonuses

Every single casino will have a handful of welcome bonuses for brand new players to take advantage of, these vary dependent on what players like to bet on. You can expect to find individually tailored welcome bonuses tied to the casino's sportsbook, slot games, table games and in some cases live casino. Casinos that offer a wide-range of games can also have bingo welcome bonuses and poker welcome bonuses. 

In terms of welcome bonuses around slot games, you can either expect to get a number of free spins upon you first deposit, or you could get something along the lines of a matched bonus. A matched bonus means you get an additional percentage of your initial deposit to bet with. So if you chose this option and deposited £100, and the matched bonus was 100%, you'd receive an additional £100 to play with.

Free spin bonuses 

The core of all good casino bonuses are of course free spins, because at the end of the day it's free spins that make players money. Most free spin welcome bonuses will give players a moderate number of free spins (10 - 30) upon depositing a set amount of money on registration, usually around £10 - £20. More often than not these free spins are limited to a slot game of the casinos choice. Don't be surprised if you see a large number of casinos offering free spins on the same games, as they usually opt for the most popular titles such as Starburst.

Casinos that offer a large number of free spins (100+) often stagger them over a set amount of time and/or deposits. So don't expect to play with all 100 free spins right away, it could be that you get 50 free spins on one game, 25 on another following week and 25 on another the week after that. 

Whilst still a very generous offer, this protects the casino from a players winning big from the vast number of free spins, never to return again again. It also helps the casino a retain players, as they have no choice other than to return several times to try their hand at the free spins.  

No wagering casino bonuses

It would be silly not to talk about no wagering casino bonuses, as that's what we're all about... They're what makes us stand out from everyone else. No wagering casino bonuses are bonuses that ensure players do not have to wager a single penny of their winnings. There's absolutely no confusion as to whether the money needs to be played through again and again in order to withdraw it, what you see is what you get.

There's no doubt in our minds whatsoever that if you're going to for ANY kind of casino bonus, you should ensure that's a wager-free one, that way you're getting full value for your time and money.

No deposit casino bonuses

It's highly unlikely that you'll come across no deposit casino bonuses very often, as they're becoming increasingly rarer and more exclusive. Especially the incredibly generous no deposit no wagering bonus that players so keenly look out for. 

A no deposit bonus means that all players need to do is simply sign up to the casino offering the bonus and they'll receive a set number of free spins which can be used without depositing any money whatsoever. Whatever the player wins is there's to keep. No strings attached. It's not hard to see why these offers are so sought after as they offer huge potential with zero risk. 

Many casinos place wagering requirements on these offers and limit them so that players cannot withdraw the funds, this is to stop players abusing the bonus and taking off with their winnings as soon as they've played through their free spins.

Cashback casino bonuses

Somewhat less common than other forms of casino bonuses, casino cashback bonuses see players receive a percentage of the money they've deposited and wagered returned to them. It could be that players get some money back into their account the following day, or it could be that players get it back at the end of the week. 

This money can then be used to fund further gameplay, meaning that players do can go some while without having to make a deposit as the casino is helping fund their play. 

Most casinos that offer Cashback bonuses often attach hard to obtain wagering requirements on top of it, so despite getting the money back, players often struggle to meet the requirements to withdraw the funds. Thankfully, here at No Wagering all of our cashback offers have no wagering requirements, meaning any money that's returned to you is all yours!

VIP casino bonuses

Long time regular players and high rollers are often contacted by casinos VIP player managers and offered to be made a VIP player. This often comes with a number of favourable perks that can land players their own personal bonuses that suit their style of play, for example bonus money to spend on their favourite online slot games or entry to a VIP slot tournament

Which casino bonus should you choose? 

When deciding on which casino bonus you should go with it's important to think about your preferred style of play. Are you looking to get lucky without too much initial investment? Try a welcome bonus that requires a low initial deposit such as £10, make the most of your free spins and see where it takes you from there.

Perhaps you have long term goals in mind? If you plan on spending above a certain threshold then a cashback bonus could be perfect for you to cover your losses to an extent. 

Every new bonus should be researched thoroughly before opting in, make sure you read the terms and conditions and be extra vigilant to make sure you're not stung by excessive wagering requirements. That said, if you chose to opt to a welcome bonus found at No Wagering then you can rest assured you're only getting the best casino bonuses with no wagering requirements. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a casino bonus?

    A casino bonus is an offer that a casino makes to a brand new player to help them commit to playing at their site. Usually, the player will be given free spins or bonus cash in exchange for their custom.  

  • Can you make money from casino bonuses?

    Of course, it's completely plausible that players can make money from a casino bonus, especially a no wagering one. It's impossible to say how much a player can make though, as there's still an element of risk when playing online slots. 

  • Are casino bonuses worth taking?

    Casino bonuses (in particular no wagering bonuses) are well worth taking if you're looking to make profit with less initial risk, as you won't be forced to play with entirely your own money.