7-Point checklist to Online Casinos

Casino reviews can be so different. And sometimes even biased. Read the 2022 version of the checklist on what to check from the NZ online casinos.

That's why we wanted to let you in on how we write and grade our online casino reviews so you can always know what to take away from the numbers and the ratings at our lists of the best online casinos.

So, how do we compare online casinos? We look at the licenses, terms and conditions, and platform options, to find possible red flags and also so you don't have to spend a ton of time doing all that yourself. We also evaluate support, bonuses, and the number of games.

This way, you can in just a couple of minutes read everything you need to know before you create an account – or spend a couple of seconds in the list of our top-rated casinos to know what we like and what you will probably like too.

1. A Great Welcome Bonus!

This is usually a dealbreaker for most players, and we totally get why. Without a nice bonus to start out your new casino experience, there is a low chance you will come back – if you even make that first deposit.

If you're not familiar, a welcome bonus is the first bonus you get at an online casino. It usually consists of a deposit match bonus (bonus money) and free spins. Some online casinos choose just one over the other.

In our casino reviews, we make sure that the welcome bonus is generous. We also make sure that the T&C for the bonus is not a giant trap. Even though a bonus of 500% might sound good at first, if it means that you have to wager one million dollars in 24 hours with a max bet at $5 – it's obviously not worth it.

The good thing is that you can immediately see the welcome bonus available to you even before you read the online casino review. You can see it in every list so that you can easily compare not only the ratings from our reviews but also which one has the best bonus for you.

2. Selection Of Slot And Jackpot Games

When we make our online casino reviews, we look for great games. Not only should the big names be there, but we also want a lot of options to choose from. If the casino only offers slots, we want to see more or less all possible slots.

For our online casino reviews where there's also a live casino section, we make sure that there is a good variation of the classic table games like roulette, blackjack, baccarat, and craps there.

We also want to see some good poker tables or video poker available, that will increase the quality of the online casino to contend to be the #1 best online casino, based on our reviews.

But there is a final category, it's the online lottery options and scratch cards. This is getting more and more popular, and we really like seeing the new games arriving in this section all the time.

3. Game Providers

We want to play at online casinos that have safe and secure software providers. For our online casino reviews, we're looking for big names. And that's for a good reason.

There are a ton of small game providers, but they usually have a really hard time keeping up with the big game providers' graphics, interesting gameplay, and especially production speed.

Where a large game provider can have 12 different teams that provide one game each, a small studio can only have all their focus on one game for a full year (which is not an unusual production time).

So, some combat that by putting a new skin on the exact same game over and over (and to be honest, some big game providers do the same). Others, on the other hand, go for full innovation for each game and therefore take longer.

And that's why we go for the big names as a general indication of the quality of the games in our casino reviews.

4. Mobile Casinos

Couch, garden, desk, bed, beach...What do all of these places have in common? It's all of the places where you should be able to play when visiting Viabonus's top online casinos.

Not all casinos are made for mobile use, and that's a shame when you know that about 50% of us who play at online casinos play on our handheld devices. And if you think about it, there are infinitely more places to play at than by the computer at your desk.

Back in the days, you used to have to download a ton of stuff to play at online casinos. Today, that's rarely the case. This is mostly thanks to new developments to websites in general.

Today, if you want to play at an online casino with real money, you can do that by just signing in through the browser on your phone or computer. Some online casinos have really embraced the mobile lifestyle and made an app for your phone or tablet. Another great way to play!

In our online casino reviews, we always check what platforms are or are not available, so you know beforehand if you can play from the beach or not.

5. Banking, Deposits, And Withdrawals

Nobody likes slow transactions in online casinos, right? Here at Viabonus, we can't picture a single player ever saying "Oh, will the withdrawal take 4 weeks? No problem, take the time you need, fam!"

No, we want our money in and out of the casino at record speed. And that's why banking is another important part when we rank the #1 best online casinos in our reviews.

When it comes to online casino play with real money, we want not only cards like Visa and Mastercard, but we also want Neteller, Skrill, PayPal, Paysafecard, iDebit, Interac and Cryptos like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin and Litecoin just to mention few. Then we will rank them high on this point in our reviews. In recent years the Pay N Play Casinos have come more popular than ever since often the deposits and withdrawals are made in less than 5minutes! Pay´n Play solution is currently available in Finland, Sweden, Germany and Netherlands, but it´s expected to expand globally to other countries too so stay tuned!

To be ranked even higher, we also want instant deposits and withdrawals processed within 24 up to 48 hours. That is, after KYC verification, of course. No casino with any self-respect has a withdrawal processing time for verified players of anything over a week.

6. Hello, Customer Support?

This is the first of the hidden quality indicators. An online casino without great support will be a nightmare to play at. Perhaps not right away, but certainly at some point. Most players at online casinos have questions for support or need to go through the KYC process through support. If the support doesn’t have a ton of patience or time for us to follow along in the instructions, it's not great, to say the least.

At Viabonus, we wish the support to be available 24/7 with easy access to chat and email, and preferably also phone. Not everyone uses the phone today, but sometimes you just want to call to easily explain yourself.

There's no point in giving a high rating at an online casino review if the casino itself doesn't offer support during your local hours. We live in modern society after all with people being awake at different times of the day. And of course, you should be able to get help whenever you need it.

7. License And Registration, Please

Probably not the first thing you think about as a player, but here at Viabonus, what license the casino has is the most important part for us. Because of the casino doesn't have a proper license, your funds, personal details, and privacy are all in jeopardy.

But if you're here, you don't have to worry. At Viabonus we have over 30 years of experience in the online casino industry and not only do we know just about every online casino that's available out there, but we also know all of the legit licenses and how to cross-check them.

We also hear all of the gossips right away about any online casino, and we can safely warn you if there is a casino out there that seems legit but have unfair terms for us players or that doesn't payout. That's why you should always check with us before you make a deposit.

How Does Viabonus Review The Casinos?

We've just gone through some of the different sections that we look at. Here at Viabonus, we also look into further details, and if we went into all of it you'd be bored before we even could get to the font of an online casino. Yes, we check the design to make sure that it's easy to navigate too. And that includes fonts! See, we told you it would be boring.

When we do our best online casino reviews, we roughly follow this process:

• Check the licenses, terms and conditions, and technical checks
• Evaluate the design and how easy it is to navigate
• Register an anonymous account (it's not an unbiased casino review if the casino knows who we are)
• Check out the different bonuses, VIP programs, and cashback options
• Try out the games, deposit options, and speed
• Check the support and ask them a couple of hard questions, and make sure they are available when they say they are
• Make sure the casino looks nice on mobile or tablet

By doing all of this and more, only the best casinos pass our review process.

Sometimes, we do more rigorous checks and sometimes we do less, it all depends on what the casino offers. For example, an online casino with only a cashback feature and no bonuses won't be checked for the bonus terms and conditions – since there are none!

Make Your Own Checks

If you feel like you want to double-check our reviews, you can now easily do it since you know our full process. It will just take a ton of time, but if that's what floats your boat, we won't argue with you.

When you are done, or if you have just played at an online casino that we have left a review on, you can always leave your own review in the shape of a comment.

Each and every one of our online casino reviews have a comment section at the bottom where you can let us know if we missed anything or if you agree with our review. If you think we're wrong, we'll be a little upset, but it might just help another player a ton, so don't be shy!

We love seeing our online casino reviews to be filled with a ton of comments. It might not seem like it, but this is not just one-way communication. We love to hear from you, so get your comment-writing fingers ready right away!

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Online Casinos

What Should I Keep In Mind When Reading An Online Casino Review?

Look for what's important to you! If you like gigantic free spins bonuses and constant rewards for playing, you should look for that in our casino reviews. Other than that, we have made sure that everything else is good – the casino has the right license, good support, and T&C.

Why Is A Casino License Important?

To keep it short, a casino without a license is illegal. And they can steal not only your money but also your identity. You don't want that. All of the casinos we list here at Viabonus are always 100% safe and have a reputable casino license. However, remember that gambling never comes with a 100% guarantee to win or money back.

How Do I Find The Best Casino Reviews In 2022?

The best online casino reviews can, of course, be found here, silly! Here at Viabonus, we do our best to always be highlighting all of the good but even the bad. All so that you can choose the best online casino for you.

What Are The #1 Best Online Casino Reviews?

Great question. It all depends on your taste. At the top of this page though, you'll find not only our #1 ranked online casinos but also online casinos with free spins or online casinos with real money. You can also read more about the quality online casinos here