Bonus Evaluation Process
The primary focus at NoDepositKings is bonuses. We always test with new players in mind, especially those who’re perhaps unfamiliar with how to claim and deal with complex bonus terms. With this in mind, we’ve listed some of the key aspects when bonus testing.
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Why focus on bonuses? It’s what we know best and, if I do say so myself, something me and the NoDepositKings team excel at. Of course, testing out bonuses ourselves is an enjoyable part of the job but we also stay focused on evaluating things from a beginner’s perspective. We hope this comes across in our bonus reviews you can find littered across our pages.
Availability
Casinos regularly update their promotions throughout the year. This means we need to stay on the ball when any alterations are made. Luckily, our strong relationship with each brand means we’re kept in the loop about a new or updated bonus.
All in all, this means every offer you see listed on NoDepositKings is currently available to clam. We confirm this through a simple testing procedure so we know for sure that the bonus is active.
End-to-End Testing
During this process, we note down the main bonus elements and confirm their accuracy. This means a complete test must be conducted by one of our staff implementing the following procedures.
- Register: We first register a new player account using one of the links found on NoDepositKings. We sign up with correct personal information as a regular player would.
- Deposit: For match bonuses, we’ll usually make a qualifying deposit to claim the reward. This lets us know that the offer is definitely working so players don’t run into any trouble.
- Free Spins: When it comes to a free spin offer, we’ll head to the advertised slot to check if the spins are credited automatically. We’ll also check the number and value of the spins.
- Play: With bonus cash in our account, we’ll start playing eligible casino games to ensure the terms and conditions are in order.
T&Cs Evaluation
Terms and conditions are an unavoidable part of casino bonuses. However, we’re strong believers that they should be fair and, most importantly, transparent. This is what we look out for in our initial check.
During testing, we make sure the terms match up with the bonus reward itself. For example, this means checking wagering requirements are as stated, along with validity periods and game weighting contributions.
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Don’t fret if you’re unsure about casino bonus terms. Check out our full wagering requirement and game weighting guides and you’ll be up to speed in no time!
Bonus Value
The value of bonuses will differ from casino to casino, as will the leniency of their terms and conditions. It’s our job to filter out those that are not quite as generous as others, ensuring you only encounter favourable offers from the get-go.
For example, with our range of no deposit bonuses, we look for deals where the wagering requirements are as low as possible – i.e. something of 40x or less. We try to avoid the brands who impose anything around 70x or higher.
When it comes to match deposit offers, we know the casinos are prepared to offer substantial packages of bonus cash and free spins. As a result, we only source deals with incredible bonus value in this respect.
User Experience
The overall user experience is assessed from the player point of view, specifically if the flow is streamlined from start to finish. A straightforward registration form and responsive interface are two strong indicators of a good casino, alongside accessible bonus terms.
For example, if a bonus code is required to claim the reward, we establish how clear this is presented so players don’t miss out. Likewise, we check how quickly a verification email or SMS arrives in our inbox – if at all! The casinos which fail in this regard are discarded and excluded from our list.
Negotiated Deals
When we’re really happy with a casino’s performance across the above factors, we’ll seek to negotiate extra special deals with these particular brands. This allows us to offer enhanced bonus value and superior terms, such as lower wagering requirements.
These deals are offered on a bespoke and exclusive basis with NoDepositKings – meaning you won’t find them anywhere else. Better still, you don’t need to make a deposit to claim! Head over to our exclusive no deposit bonuses to see what’s currently on offer.