Bonuses and Promotions
$88 No Deposit Bonus + 100% up to C$100
Offering a pretty decent $88 no deposit bonus, this bonus is given when you first register an account at 888.
How it works
- After you register an account, you will receive an email that contains a link on how to claim the bonus
- After clicking on the link, it will send you to a page that confirms you have received the bonus
- Now on the left hand side of the screen, you’ll notice a FreePlay button. When you click on it, it will show you the $88 free play credit amount and which games you can play.
- Select a game to play. Note, the maximum amount you’re allowed to win from these free play credits is C$10.
- Once you’ve completed using your free play credits, your account is now funded with C$10 which you can use to play for real money and you are now eligible for a 100% bonus up to C$100 on your first deposit
Terms and Conditions
- Available to new players only who also have not signed up for any bonus on 777 Casino.
- The free play credits must be used within 14 days.
- Wage requirements must be met within 90 days
- Wage requirement is 50x the bonus
- You are eligible for jackpot wins made with the free play credits!
Premium 150% Welcome Bonus
The premium 888 welcome bonus is a five stage match bonus of $1500 comprised as follows:
First DepositSecond DepositThird DepositFourth DepositFifth Deposit✓ Receive a 100% match bonus up to $200
✓ Receive a 30% match bonus up to $350
✓ Receive a 30% match bonus up to $350
✓ Receive a 30% match bonus up to $350
✓ Receive a 30% match bonus up to $350
[su_icon_text color=”#202020″ icon=”icon: dollar” icon_size=”20″] Required Deposit:To get the maximum deposit of $1500 you’d need to deposit $4760 which represents a match of 31%[/su_icon_text]
[su_icon_text color=”#202020″ icon=”icon: sort-alpha-asc” icon_size=”20″]Small print:Wagering requirements of x 3 the deposit[/su_icon_text]
To qualify for this premium introductory offer enter the 888 promo code Welcome 1 when you make your first deposit and you’ll receive a 100% match (up to $100) immediately. Deposits numbers 2-5 must be made within 7 days of the first deposit and each deposit must be wagered x3 for the related match bonus to be released. To get the subsequent deposit bonuses you need to enter promo codes Welcome 2 (to 5). All slot games contribute 100% to the wagering, Roulette 20% and Blackjack 10%
Bonus in practice: On your first deposit whatever you deposit is matched 100%, so if you deposit 100$ you will get a 100$ bonus. To actually ‘get’ the bonus though you will need to wager $300 ($100 deposit x 3). For the second match bonus 888 matches 30% of whatever you deposit so a $200 deposit will give you $60, again to actually clear the bonus you’ll need to wager $600 ($200 x 3). The 2nd to 5th match bonuses have ceilings of $350.
Standard Bonus: In addition to the premium welcome bonus 888 Casino offers a standard sign-up bonus. This is a simple one stage 100% match bonus up to $200, with wagering requirements of x 30 the bonus. If you take this bonus you can’t subsequently take the premier player bonus and vica versa. The same game wagering contributions as the premier bonus apply.
Bonus Sum Up: The premier player welcome package will appeal to players with a big bankroll. If you’re a keen and dedicated player then this is an innovative offer with the x 3 wagering on the deposit providing good value, with the 31% match less so. Knowing that this sort of sign up bonus won’t appeal to all players though 888 have covered their bases with their simpler standard bonus which offers good value with its x 30 wagering demands.
Regular Promotions
888 Casino offers a range of promotions to its players
Security and Fair Play
Gaming License: 888 operates on a remote gaming license from the Gibraltar Gaming Authority. The casino is also licensed by the UK Gambling Commission for UK players.
eCogra Certified: 888 is eCogra certified meaning its pay-out % is audited and the RNG (random number generator) used in its their software tested for fairness.
Transaction Security: Advanced RSA public/private key encryption technology is used when processing financial transactions, and all credit card and other details are stored on a secure server.
Banking
888 Casino offers a large selection of banking methods incorporating credit cards, web wallets, bank transfers and pre-paid cards.
| Banking Method | Deposit | Withdrawal |
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 Bank Wire Transfer |
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 Diners Club Credit |
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 InstaDebit |
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 Interac |
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 Maestro |
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 MasterCard Credit |
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 PayPal |
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 Visa Credit |
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 Visa Debit |
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 Payz |
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 iDebit |
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 AstroPay Card |
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 MuchBetter |
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 Apple Pay |
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 Luxon Pay |
Support
Support methods available at 888 Casino
 | 24/7 |
 | On Site |
Withdrawal Processing Times
Depending on your membership level and selected withdrawal method, withdrawal times can vary accordingly.
Standard and VIP members
| Withdrawal Method | Approval Time | Processing Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|
 Interac e-Transfer |
3 Days | 1-3 Days | 4-6 Days |
 MasterCard |
3 Days | 3 Days | 6 Days |
 iDebit |
3 Days | 1-2 Days | 4-5 Days |
 ecoPayz |
3 Days | 1-2 Days | 4-5 Days |
 MuchBetter |
3 Days | 1-2 Days | 4-5 Days |
 Wire Transfer |
3 Days | 4-7 Days | 7-10 Days |
Gold VIP Members
| Withdrawal Method | Approval Time | Processing Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interac e-Transfer |
1 Day | 1-3 Days | 2-4 Days |
| MasterCard |
1 Day | 3 Days | 4 Days |
| iDebit |
1 Day | 1-2 Days | 2-3 Days |
| ecoPayz |
1 Day | 1-2 Days | 2-3 Days |
| MuchBetter |
1 Day | 1-2 Days | 2-3 Days |
| Wire Transfer |
1 Days | 4-7 Days | 5-8 Days |
Note – Withdrawals to Visa credit/debit cards are not permitted from Canada.
To obtain Gold VIP membership, you need to request access by emailing [email protected]
Client Feedback
A giant of the online casino industry with over 25 million clients having played at the casino, it was easy to gauge player feedback of 888 Casino from the various online forums.
[su_icon icon=”icon: thumbs-o-up” color=”green” text_color=”black”]Positive[/su_icon]
Vast majority of players were content with the overall gaming experience, sign-up, depositing and withdrawals mentioning the following positives:
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- Easy sign up process (one wallet for all their products – bingo, poker and sports)
- Quick verification process for withdrawals
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- Up-front bonus and free spins terms (players recorded that bonuses were given out and wagering was respected)
[su_icon icon=”icon: thumbs-o-down” color=”red” text_color=”black”]Negative[/su_icon]
The majority of concerns regarding this casino revolved around support choice and the weaker game choice selection compared to casinos offering NetEnt and Microgaming:
- Relatively slow support (but client’s issue was resolved in the end)
- Flash casino lagged somewhat compared to download
- Weak slot game choice
With over 25 million customers there is bound to be some negative reviews but our analysis of the various casino forums indicate overwhelmingly positive player experiences at 888.
Credibility
888 Casino is operated by 888 Holdings a publicly limited company. Originally founded in ‘May 1997 as Casino-on-Net and operated by Cassava Enterprises, its operations were initially based in Antigua before moving to Gibraltar in 2003.
The company undertook a public listing in 2005 on the main market of the London Stock Exchange (ticker:888) and currently enjoys a market capitalization of £805M. As a public company 888 holdings is required to adhere to transparency above and beyond privately run gaming companies, even those regulated by serious e-gaming authorities. Any potential player can view the company’s past financial reports online, whilst being publicly incorporated in the UK requires the company to follow strict corporate governance guidelines.
Whilst 888 Casino was deemed to have suffered a few fallow years after the withdrawal from the U.S market, in recent years it has won a number of industry awards both for its casino and poker platforms. In addition to which its undertaken a number of high profile sponsorships of Middlesbrough football club and the world snooker championships. The very first online casino and a publicly held company 888 Casino is a highly credible site
Games at 888
If you want to try any of these games out, we’ve collated free demo versions of them for you to try below before attempting to play for real money. Note: Live dealer games are unavaiable to trial for free:
Playtech
Silent Samurai
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Bonus Bears
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Beach Life
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Geisha Story
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Cherry Love
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Dolphin Reef
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Irish Luck
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Panther Moon
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Rome & Glory
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Safari Heat
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Thai Paradise
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True Love
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White Orchid
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Double Diamond
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Pharaoh's Secrets
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Crazy Wizard
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Irish Magic
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Fire Burner
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TwentySeven
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Pragmatic Play
Diamonds Are Forever
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The first thing to say about the 888 game selection is that its not as large as other sites. For a long time 888 only offered games from its in-house game studio (Cassava Enterprises), realizing though that it was losing ground to both Microgaming casinos with their 600+ games library or newer sites with games from multiple providers 888 started to introduce games from other software companies.
Now you can now find slots by smaller boutique companies such as Next Gen, CTXM and Novomatic. Overall 888 offers enough game choice for all but the most experienced and serious slot players, the one real gap being the big progressive jackpot slots found at Microgaming and Playtech casinos
The range of 888 online slots includes:
- Classic 3 reel slot machines, including Jewel Thief, 10 Times Wild, Knockout and Wild Spider
- Video slots, including well-known titles such as Starburst and Gonzo’s Quest by NetEnt, Fantastic 4 and Iron Man 2 by Playtech, Ultimate Grill Thrills, Euro Reels and Adventures in Orbit by Random Logic, Dr Love by Next Gen Gaming and Freaky Fruit by CTXM
- Proprietary games exclusive to 888, such as Clash of the Titans, Party Pigs, City Life 2 and Bloodlines
- Progressive jackpot slots, also exclusive to 888 Casino, including A Nightmare on Elm Street, Ultimate Universe and Millionaire Genie
Roulette & Blackjack: In addition to online slots, there is also a good selection of table games available at 888 Casino, and many of these too are exclusive proprietary games. For instance you can play several versions of blackjack, including multi-hand and American’ French, European and American roulette; a variety of video poker games, such as Aces & 8s, Aces & Faces and JoB; along with casual games like keno. For those who like to play Live Casino games, 888 offers live roulette, baccarat and blackjack streamed live and dealt by real dealers.
How to play: 888 Casino games can be played either via free casino software download or in instant play (flash mode) with no download required. All games can be played in demo mode so you can play free slot games
Sportsbetting/Poker/Bingo: Beyond its casino 888 is also a major player in a number of other online gaming areas. 888sport is one of the world’s leading online sports book sites and offers a wide range markets on both local and major international sporting events. 888poker features one of the largest poker rooms anywhere online, where just about every variation of the game can be played. Whilst for a more sedate gaming experience, 888bingo is also popular and offers both 75-ball and 90-ball versions of the game.
Mobile Casino
Slots in the 888 casino mobile can be played on any Android or iOS mobile device, including smartphones and tablets through a free app. Access to the app can be gained in three different ways:
- Enter your email address on the 888 mobile casino page of the website and you will be sent a link to the app
- Scan the QR code on the website and the app will instantly load to your device
- Send an SMS text message from the 888 mobile casino page and receive the link to the app in this way
Once you have downloaded the app, if you sign up for a new player account in the mobile casino you receive an exclusive $88 no deposit bonus in addition to the standard 100% match bonus (up to the $200) on the main site. Once your account has been opened, you can sync your profile and details across all devices and use the same 888 casino login to play in either the mobile casino or main site.
The range of slots available in the 888 casino mobile app is not as extensive as at the main site, but still there is enough well-known titles on offer including Starburst, Jack Hammer and Clash of the Titans, along with mobile progressive jackpot slots such as Nightmare on Elm Street and Millionaire Genie.
You’ll also find a selection of table games in the mobile casino along with Live Casino games, including Casino Hold’em, roulette, blackjack and baccarat all dealt by live dealers.
Live Casino
888 Casino strives to bring Canadian players right onto the casino floor with online casino games featuring live dealers. The game selection includes live roulette, live blackjack, live baccarat, casino hold’em, three card poker and Caribbean stud poker. Join in with other players or find a private table. No download is required, play on your PC, Android device, iPad, or iPhone.
Players can chat with the live dealers who respond addressing you by your 888casino user name. Evolution Gaming’s Immersive Roulette is played up close and personal with high definition camera stream of the ball in slow motion until it comes to a standstill.
888 Casino offers special promotions for their live casino including a Beat the Dealer promo on the 21st of every month. Every evening there’s also a chance to win $8 each time the winning number is 8.
Bottom Line
As a global brand and recipient of multiple industry awards 888 has carved out a stellar reputation. After playing on the site though we’re happy to report that it lives up to its reputation and is one of the few brands to be licensed in Ontario.
In addition of course 888 offers the ability to play on its top poker, bingo and sports sites via the one player account.There’s still grounds for improvement, a site as long established as 888 should offer more support options whilst the 72 hours pending withdrawal period is too long. Overall though Casino 888 has become a global brand for good reason and one which we are happy to recommend.
