How we rate

    Our ratings consider licence details, banking options, payout times published by the operator, bonus terms, game range, support availability and responsible gambling tools.

    Evaluation Criteria Breakdown

    Licence & Security Details

    Consideration of the named licensing authority, licence details, privacy policies and published payment security information.

    25% of rating

    Game Library & Returns

    Software providers, game variety, published RTP percentages and certified random number generation. Progressive jackpots and table games also count.

    20% of rating

    Banking & Payout Terms

    Consideration of banking options including PayID, deposit and withdrawal limits, fees, identity requirements and payout times published by the operator.

    20% of rating

    Support Availability

    Consideration of available support channels, published service hours for Australian players and complaint escalation options.

    15% of rating

    Bonus Terms

    Wagering requirements, excluded games, cashout caps and clear bonus rules for Australian punters.

    10% of rating

    Platform Usability

    Consideration of published device compatibility, navigation options, game filters and access to responsible gambling tools.

    10% of rating

    Rating Example: Fair Go Casino

    Fair Go’s rating covers licensing, games, banking, support, bonus terms and ease of use.

    Fair Go Casino logo

    4.8/5 Overall Rating

    Fair Go Rating Breakdown:

    Licensing & Security
    24/25
    96%
    Fair Gaming & RTP
    19/20
    95%
    Payout Terms
    20/20
    100%
    Customer Support
    14/15
    93%
    Bonus Terms
    9/10
    90%
    User Experience
    10/10
    100%

    Player Criteria Behind the Rating:

    Withdrawal options, limits and processing times published by the operator
    RTG game range and published RTP information
    Standard-play cashout limits and restrictions in withdrawal terms
    Live chat availability and published service hours
    PayID availability, deposit limits and fees
    Published mobile compatibility and responsible gambling tools

    Seven Rating Criteria

    Each rating considers the following information relevant to Australian players.

    1. Licence & Operator Background

    Licence details, the named licensing authority, operator ownership and complaint procedures help players understand who operates the casino and what oversight applies.

    2. Banking Options & Game Range

    Available payment methods, deposit limits and fees, alongside the range of pokies and table games, software providers and published RTP information.

    3. Withdrawal Terms

    Withdrawal methods, identity requirements, fees, cashout limits and processing times as published by the operator.

    4. Terms & Conditions

    Clear bonus terms, withdrawal policies and account rules. Wagering requirements, expiry dates and cashout caps affect what a bonus offers.

    5. Support Channel Assessment

    Available support channels, published service hours for Australian players and complaint escalation procedures.

    6. Platform Access & Responsible Gambling

    Published device compatibility and access options, alongside responsible gambling tools such as deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion.

    7. Bonus Eligibility

    Eligible payment methods, minimum deposits and country restrictions determine which offers Australian players can claim.

    Account & Bonus Criteria

    Account Conditions: Registration rules, identity requirements and account restrictions affect access to games and withdrawals.

    Consistent Rating Criteria: Operator ratings consider standard account conditions, banking options, payout times published by the operator, bonus terms, games, support and responsible gambling tools.

    Bonus Value: Wagering requirements, game contributions and maximum bets matter alongside the headline offer.

    Withdrawal Access: Available cashout methods, fees and limits determine how players can withdraw their balance.

    Player Controls: Deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion options help players manage their play.