First things first — the welcome bonus. This is an important factor for many to consider when deciding where to sign up. So, what’s up for grabs? New players at the Hippodrome online casino will land a 100% match up to £50 when they deposit at least £10.
This offer is a mixed bag. I do like the fact it’s a matched deposit, which means you’ve got greater flexibility in terms of how you use it — slots, table games, and live casino games are all eligible. There’s also a low barrier to entry thanks to the £10 minimum deposit.
The wagering requirements for this bonus are set at 50x. This is really quite steep as far as casino offers go. Practically speaking, it doesn’t make much difference whether the playthrough is 50x or 20x — you’re unlikely to withdraw any consequent winnings in either case — but lower requirements are always welcome. On the plus side, you do get 30 days to use the bonus.
How does Hippodrome stack up against the competition? I’ve seen quite a few larger offers around, such as 32Red’s 150% match up to £150. It would also be nice to see some free spins thrown in for good measure as is the case at a number of other sites. If a bonus withdrawal is top of your priorities, it’s best to opt for an offer such as Bally Casino’s 30 no wagering free spins — but the obvious trade-off here is the significantly smaller bonus.
As for ongoing promotions, unfortunately I couldn’t find anything up for grabs. It’s possible that those who stick around for longer might land some rewards such as reload bonuses, but it was slim pickings during my review.
