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Expert Review Methodology
How We Rate and Review Crypto Casinos at CoinBets
Our reviews are real and independent. No affiliate deals, No casino money.
How we Expertly Review Casinos on CoinBets
We actually sign-up, deposit real crypto, spend hours playing, and we call it how we see it.
In fact, on average we wager between $100 and $2,000 of real funds at every crypto casino we test.
And, we always document our experience with screenshots, and often video too.
Most importantly of all? We aren’t paid by casinos. At all.
We actually sign-up, deposit real funds, and spend hours playing – and we call it how we see it.
On the other hand, virtually all other casino reviews sites are run by affiliate marketers who don’t
properly test casinos, and are far from objective.
Put simply, our goal here at CoinBets.com is to make crypto casino reviews trustworthy again.
To provide the evidence and real, unfiltered opinions from iGaming experts to help you make smart choices.
So get comfortable, because in this article I’m going to explain exactly how our online gambling
experts review and rate crypto casinos – and why that means you can trust us to give you the truth.
How We Test Crypto Casinos
Right, so we’ve identified a crypto casino for reviewing, but how exactly do we go about it? Well, here’s a step-by-step breakdown:
Pre-Sign Up
We go to the URL and take a look around before we even join. Is geoblocking in effect, are licenses clear, and are important terms and conditions available before joining (e.g. welcome bonus info)?
Registration
We sign-up, noting the available registration options (e.g. is it just email, or can you use third party services like Google, Discord, or Web3 wallets?). We also note if KYC steps are required and if players from certain jurisdictions are prohibited.
Welcome Bonus
We deposit real crypto, usually between $100 and $2,000, depending on the casino limits.
Deposit
We deposit real crypto, usually between $100 and $2,000 depending on the limits.
Exploration
We take a look around. What games and features are available? How easy is it to browse and search?
Gameplay
The fun part – we select a number of slots and other games and really play them, often for hundreds of rounds. Afterwards, we review each game and compare our real-world stats, including RTP (return to player) to the official ones from the provider.
Game Fairness
If a casino has provably fair games, we check the verification system – hashes, seeds, RTPs, and even game logic if possible.
Rewards and Loyalty
If the casino has a VIP program or offers other rewards, we check them out – how do they work? Do they offer players real value?
Withdrawals
We test a small withdrawal to see how smooth and quick it is.
Support and Info
We put the help desk through its paces, and look at other informational resources like FAQ pages, blogs, and social media accounts.
Terms of Service Audit
We go through the small print with a fine-toothed comb, checking for things like prohibited jurisdictions, VPN bans, bonus abuse clauses, unreasonable win limits, and dodgy dormant account policies.
Final Thoughts
After taking everything into consideration, our experts give their real, unvarnished personal opinion about the casino.
How We Score Casinos
Even though our experts try to remain as objective as possible, all reviews inevitably contain a dose of personal opinion. So, to try and keep things consistent and balanced, we also rate each casino using the same system.
Here’s an example of our casino ratings grid:
| Category | Score (1–5) | Weight | Weighted Score |
|---|---|---|---|
 Overall Reputation | 1.5 | 15% | 0.225 |
 Size and Revenue | 1.0 | 10% | 0.10 |
 Deposits & Withdrawals | 2.0 | 15% | 0.30 |
 Bonuses & VIP Program | 1.0 | 15% | 0.15 |
 Fairness of Terms | 1.0 | 15% | 0.15 |
 User Experience | 1.5 | 15% | 0.225 |
 Crypto-Specific Features | 1.5 | 15% | 0.225 |
 Final Score | 1.38 / 5 |
As you can see, the final score is the sum total of the weighted scores of all the categories. The individual category scores are worked out by taking into account the following:
Overall Reputation
What are real players and other professional casino reviewers saying about this casino in public? When considering this, we take into account the bias of affiliate review sites and look for signs of reputation laundering through fake review
Size and Revenue
How big is the casino in terms of both product offering and financial resources?
Deposits & Withdrawals
Does the casino support a wide range of cryptocurrencies, and how easy and fast is it to deposit? Are there unreasonable fees or limits involved?
Bonuses & VIP Program
Are the terms and conditions clear and easily accessible? Do they offer real value for most players?
Fairness of Terms
Is the user agreement and other terms and conditions clear and fair?
User Experience
Is everything easy to find? Does it look attractive? Are games and features stable and smooth? Is support responsive? What responsible gambling tools are there? Is there a mobile app?
Crypto-Specific Features
Can you connect your Web3 wallet? Are there provably fair games? Is there a native crypto token and tokenized rewards? Are there any DeFi features like staking?
Obviously, with so many variables at play, no scoring or rating system can be perfect. However, in an effort to maintain integrity, here at CoinBets we do cross check our written notes, screenshots and video snippets.
Video Evidence
These days, it’s incredibly easy to manipulate images and video content, and unfortunately, many casino reviews out there are edited to give a less than truthful picture. However, here at CoinBets we only edit our video content for length and clarity, not outcomes.
Basically, you’re not going to find miraculous big win after big win on our videos. You will find wins, but you’ll also see us lose… a lot! Like I said, CoinBets gives you the real, authentic player experience. No sugar coating or BS.
CoinBets casino review videos:
- ✅ Show real deposits, gameplay sessions and withdrawals.
- ✅ Are only edited for length, not outcomes (we’re pretty sure no one wants to sit through hours of us spinning on slots and winning $5).
- ✅ Available on both the CoinBets.com casino review pages and our official YouTube channel.
- ✅ Raw files are archived, so if anyone wants to challenge us on authenticity, they can knock themselves out.
- ✅ Help serve as anti-fake mechanisms – you can’t fake those reactions, timestamps, or blockchain TXIDs. Okay, well, you can probably fake anything these days, but it definitely helps.
Basically, we capture everything – wins, losses, lag, bugs, and support chats. If it happens while we play, it’s on video. Even if it’s one of us having a moment of madness and blowing our complete bankroll on a bunch of bonus buys, only to win back pennies.
Player Reviews and Influence
We understand that things change. Even the worst crypto casino can turn itself around, and even the best casino can quickly fall from grace. And, sometimes the things that make a casino stumble aren’t entirely its own fault – for example, regulations can change or it can be the target of sabotage.
Hence, we believe our reviewing system should reflect these realities. It should be dynamic and responsive.
So, while the Coinbets expert reviews establish a baseline rating for a casino, verified player reviews and complaints can shift things over time. If enough verified players report an issue or improvement, we’ll get our gambling experts to look into it and update information.
This two-layer proof system of expert evidence + player consensus is another way that CoinBets helps ensure consistency and objectivity. Again, it’s not foolproof, but it does go a long way to improving accuracy.
Re-Review Policy
When it comes to complete re-reviews, we aim to do them every 6-12 months, or even sooner if there are major changes. These could include a change of ownership, licensing changes, a large number of complaints, or consistently failing payouts.
When CoinBets does re-review a crypto casino, we will conduct an entirely fresh review. This includes depositing new funds, the all-important real gameplay, a full analysis, and of course, new video. After all, crypto casinos, like anything in the wider crypto space, can flip from solid to shady, or vice versa, in a matter of weeks.
However, despite these goals, we must stress that we can’t guarantee to re-review things in these timeframes – there are a lot of new crypto casinos launching all the time, so our experts can get very busy. But we can promise that we’ll do our best.
Independence and Transparency
As you already know, CoinBets doesn’t take any money from casinos – either directly from operators, or indirectly via affiliate programs and third-parties. And nope, we’re not owned, either fully or partly, by any company involved in running gambling platforms either.
So, you’re probably wondering how CoinBets pays the bills, right? After all, money makes the world go round. Well, initially, the project was entirely privately funded – by individuals who are passionate about cleaning up the industry. Going forward, revenue will be generated from non-gambling sponsors and services like analytics tools.
Don’t believe us? Try and find a gambling affiliate link on CoinBets.com. You won’t. There aren’t any.
This means we can be 100% impartial. Of course, that doesn’t mean you’ll always agree with our ratings or conclusions, but it does mean that you can trust our independence. Because, at the end of the day, the moment you take money from a casino, is the moment you can’t be honest anymore.
So, if you haven’t already, why not go and take a look at our expert crypto casino reviews – and of course, if you’ve got something to share, you’re welcome to submit your own review.
What We Don’t Do
- We don’t accept affiliate commissions
- We don’t rank casinos based on bonuses or promotions
- We don’t remove or edit negative reviews for payment
- We don’t sell featured placements or sponsored listings
- We don’t link out to casinos
- We don’t take casino money – ever
Who are the Expert Reviewers
FAQs
Why do you record gameplay?
We know that the games are mostly provided by third-parties, not the individual casinos, but it proves that we actually tested the casino – rather than just scrapping info from existing reviews like most affiliates do. It’s also a good way for players to discover new games.
Who are your expert reviewers?
Individuals with real experience working for casinos operators, game and platform providers, affiliate marketers, and industry media. Our average expert has been in the sector for around a decade.
Do you have any affiliate links?
We have zero gambling affiliate links, and intend to keep it that way. If we do promote any other products or services, we’ll always be transparent about it.
How do you verify that player reviews are real?
We require players to provide specific evidence and information when submitting reviews. It’s not foolproof, but it’s much better than most review systems.