Things to check before choosing a slot site

There are so many online slot sites it can be difficult to decide which to play at. You don't want to waste time at a slot site that isn't right for you. And you don’t want to spend hours searching for the right site.  

That’s where our experienced team comes in. 

We’re slots enthusiasts and have been playing for a collective 30+ years. We share our knowledge and expertise to help you choose. After all, we’ve played at and reviewed hundreds of online casinos in recent years.

What do we look for? What are the key things to consider when choosing a slot site? There are 7 crucial things to check before deciding on a new slot site to play at. And with our help, you'll never pick the wrong slot site ever again!

Is the site licensed?

Before considering signing up to a new slot site, check that it's appropriately licensed.  The slot site should be licensed by an internationally-recognised regulator such as the Malta Gaming Authority, the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority, Curaçao Gaming Control Board, Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission (KGC) or the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The slot site should clearly display its licence on their site. 

On the surface some unlicensed slot sites might seem appealing but playing at them is fraught with risk – unprotected funds, winnings not paid out, silent and non-responsive customer ‘support’... the list goes on. It’s really not worth the risk playing at an unlicensed site.

We don't review or endorse any slot site or casino that isn't appropriately licensed.

Does the slot site have enough games and are they any good?

After you've established that the casino you’ve chosen is licensed and safe, you should then look at what games it has. Start off by seeing how many games they have. Some sites have upwards of 4,000 – so you'll know there’s a broad range of online slots to choose from.

Whilst the number of slots is a good measure, it's worth checking to see what sort of online slots they have. A casino can boast about having loads of slots, but they could all be rubbish. Slot Gods only lists casinos with a strong selection of top rated games and new releases.

The best slot sites will have a range of games including Megaways, Grid Slots and jackpots. Jackpots can be a big attraction with daily and hourly jackpots becoming increasingly popular, and a key selling point.

If you have a favourite slot developer, then make sure the site has a decent selection of their titles .

Generally-speaking you’ll want to establish that the slot site:

• Has quantity – look for 1,000 games and upwards, and look for some well-known classics
• Has a good range of slots – mechanics and types-wise as well as the genres you like
• Has slots from your favourite game developers

Is the slot site easy to use and get around?

No point in having thousands of games from the top developers if the site is a turkey. So you’ll want to know:

• Is it easy to find the games you’re looking for?
• Are there easy search and filtering options?
• Do the games load quickly?
• Does the site support mobile play – either the website itself, or via an app? It should: Over two thirds of players now use mobile devices to play slots.
• How does the site look? What are the aesthetics and graphics like? Is it up-to-date? Is the slot site contemporary-looking? Up-to-date? Or look like a relic from a bygone era?

Our detailed reviews reveal how each slot site stacks up.

Bonuses, promotions and T&Cs

The possibility of getting a bonus appeals to many players. Our slot site reviews outline the bonuses available at each site. Bonuses and promotions vary, and you will want to be aware of a few things:

• Is there a good welcome bonus? Is it fair and attainable?
• Those attractive-looking welcome offers that come saddled with a load of tricky T&Cs. You might see an advertised bonus of 100% up to £400. Sounds great, but the T&Cs reveal that the wagering requirement is 100x and the maximum pay-out is capped at £50. If there’s ever a bonus to deter new players this is it! It's important that casinos offer fair and attainable welcome bonuses.
• What about existing players? A slot site with loyalty programs or additional bonuses goes a long way to keeping players happy. Loyal players deserve to be looked after.

A slot site’s approach to bonuses, promotions and wagering requirements tell you a lot about how they value their customers. The best slot sites have promotions that are updated regularly. If bonuses and promotions are important to you then you’ll want a slot site with plenty going on.

However, bonuses aren’t for everyone. You aren’t obligated to claim them, and in fact a number of players don’t because of the T&Cs that come with them.

Find out more about wagering requirements and other terms and conditions here.

How easy is it to contact customer support?

The ideal scenario when playing online slots is that you'll have no issues and everything will go smoothly. And you never have to contact customer service. But that isn't always the case. Technology isn't perfect and mistakes happen which is why you want t a casino that provides decent customer service.

Checking out how good (or not) a casino’s customer support is a key part of our online casino assessment and review process. We do a trial run through their chat system to see how effective they are at resolving issues. Broadly-speaking we want to know:

• Is it easy to reach them?
• Phone, email, message – which is most effective?
• What hours are they available?
• Do they communicate effectively in English?
• Essentially: Are they quick, responsive and efficient?

The slot sites on Slot Gods generally score pretty well for customer support. However, if you don't receive the quality of help you expect, then it might not be the right slot site for you.

Banking, including deposit and withdrawal options

By this point, you’re probably ready to deposit some £s at your chosen casino and are raring to play your favourite slots. But it's best to hold off until you understand what payment methods the casino supports, as well as any fees and turnaround times. 

Thankfully, we've saved you a lot of time and done all the hard work for you! Banking is an area we look closely at when we review an online casino.

Simply choose a slot site you like the look of, and read our review for supported payment methods as well as other important details that you might not easily find.

Aside from supported payment methods and fees, withdrawal speeds are also an important factor. Some take as little as 2 hours while others may take up to 7 days. A number of factors impact withdrawal timings.

Does the casino have a good reputation?

Every slot site we feature on Slot Gods scores well across several key criteria – no dodgy sites here! We only review and showcase reputable Gambling Commission-licensed casinos. 

The key things we look for when it comes to trust and reputation are:

• Player safety and security
• Timely, responsive customer support
• Transparency – the site’s T&Cs are fair and they’re not trying to hide anything in the small print

Our expert team knows what to look for when reviewing a slot site – saving you time.

But that’s not all we look for. As outlined above we look at a whole range of things: design, usability, games, promotions, banking and customer support.

We give you access to the full details and lowdown about a slot site before you sign up. We have no allegiance to any particular slot site and are objective in all our reviews. Check the overall Slot Gods score on any slot site you’re thinking about playing at.

We keep our collective ear to the ground and if we hear anything negative about a casino we’ll tread carefully. And most times we won’t usually tread any further.

Summary

You’re investing time and money when you play at a slot site – so naturally you want a good experience. You’ll want to enjoy yourself and hopefully win a few quid along the way.

So there’s a lot to consider. However, at Slot Gods we do a lot of that hard work for you. We’ve been doing this for years. Trust us.