How We Rate Casinos
Every casino on SpinHunter is independently reviewed, tested with real money, and scored against our 6-point framework. Here's exactly how we do it.
Our Scoring Framework
Every casino is evaluated across six weighted criteria. Each score is generated from our testing data — not estimates or advertised figures.
We verify every casino holds a valid, current UKGC licence before anything else. Unlicensed operators are never listed. Operators with active regulatory warnings or restrictions receive automatic score penalties.
Wagering requirements, win caps, game weighting, and validity periods are all audited. We calculate real expected value for every bonus offer and penalise operators with misleading or unreasonably restrictive terms.
We make real withdrawal requests to measure processing time from approval to funds received. Operators advertising "instant" withdrawals that take 3 days are scored accordingly. Payment method variety is also considered.
We audit RTP accuracy, provider quality, and game availability for UK players. The breadth of slots, live casino options, and jackpot games is scored alongside verified RTP figures from certified providers.
We contact each casino's support team as a test customer. Response time, quality of answers, and availability of live chat versus email-only support all feed into our score. 24/7 live chat earns maximum points.
We test each casino on mobile devices across iOS and Android. Dedicated apps, mobile-optimised browsers, game loading speeds, and deposit/withdrawal functionality on mobile are all evaluated.
How We Test
Our review process follows the same six steps for every casino we evaluate. No casino gets a shortcut — not even the biggest names.
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Account Creation
We register a real account with each casino using personal identity verification. We document the KYC process, welcome journey, and any issues encountered during registration.
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Bonus Claim
We claim the casino's headline welcome offer using real money deposits where required. Every advertised bonus term is cross-checked against what actually happens in the account.
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Wagering Audit
We calculate real statistical withdrawal probability based on wagering multipliers, game contribution weights, win caps, time limits, and any restricted games or hidden conditions.
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Withdrawal Test
We request a real withdrawal and time the process from request submission to funds received in our bank account. We document any friction, delays, or verification hurdles encountered.
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Gameplay Testing
We play a range of slot titles and live casino games, verifying RTP figures match provider certificates, checking for geo-restricted games, and testing loading speeds across devices.
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Ongoing Monitoring
Casinos are re-evaluated at minimum quarterly. Bonus terms change, licences are reviewed, and payment processors come and go. Ratings are updated to reflect current conditions, not historical ones.
Our Editorial Independence
SpinHunter maintains a strict separation between commercial and editorial functions. Our ratings are generated by our testing methodology — they are never available for purchase.
No Paid Rankings
Casinos cannot pay to improve their rating or position in our listings. Ranking is determined entirely by our scoring framework.
Real Money Testing
Every bonus is claimed and every withdrawal is tested with real money by our editorial team. We do not accept casino-provided demo accounts or pre-loaded credits for review purposes.
Negative Findings Published
If we find slow withdrawals, misleading bonus terms, or poor support — we publish those findings in full. Negative results are reflected in ratings regardless of affiliate revenue impact.
Quarterly Re-evaluation
Casino conditions change. We revisit every listed operator at minimum every 90 days to ensure our ratings reflect current performance, not past reputation.
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