888 online casino review

I for one am not surprised at all by how popular 888 online casino is…especially when you factor in a no deposit bonus just for registering an account.

There are some things to consider before you jump in. First, both the $20 free bonus and first deposit bonus of up to $500 come with 20x wagering requirements. This is relatively higher than at competitors such as Golden Nugget (10x), so I recommend that you look elsewhere if you consider this too steep.

Second, the contributions for each game will greatly affect achieving the wagering requirements. For example, slots and arcade games count 100%, while poker counts 20%, followed by blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and live dealer games at 10%, with craps coming in at just 5%.

There is a bright side when claiming the 120% welcome bonus of up to $500 bonus – the minimum required deposit of just $20. That’s lower than the industry standard of $30 – and possibly the reasons why players in New Jersey still revere 888 as their gambling site of choice.

Whilst 888casino’s welcome bonus is great, it is disappointing to see it as the only promo on the site. There isn’t any mention of the daily, weekly, and monthly promotions available either, just a vague promise that promos will occasionally pop up. Best to check your emails regularly if you don’t want to miss these promos.

Games are what casinos are made of and 888casino NJ is no different. 600+ games to choose from is more than plenty, but that doesn’t mean that other gambling sites have less. 

Quite the contrary, actually. Golden Nugget for instance stands tall with 850+ games, while our Borgata online casino review trumps all with close to 1,000 games.

888 does have an ace up their sleeve though…their own proprietary software and games! You won’t find these anywhere else and the top slots here are Millionaire Genie, Irish Riches, and Golden Twins. Branded slots like Sunny Reels and Lucky Orbs also come with daily jackpots, giving you an extra $300 to play for each day.

I’m a huge fan of live dealer tables, so it’s satisfying to see that several 888 live casino tables are decked in 888 branding to emulate the look and feel of an elite lounge.

All of them are streamed live from the studios of Evolution Gaming, a live games provider with other competitors like BetMGM. There are 6 different live dealer games to play, which is a little on the low end when compared to the 14 live dealer games at Unibet.

The selection of 888casino games is really good though and has something for everyone – as long as you’re not looking for bingo or keno.

Why did I score 888 online casino lower than other operators? Firstly, there’s no full list of software providers listed on the website. Secondly, they have fewer software providers than what’s considered the industry average.

I counted around 10 software providers at the time of this 888casino review. This is below the industry standard, especially when compared to Golden Nugget (28) and SugarHouse (20+).

But it’s not all doom and gloom. The online casino has created its own software platform, called 888 Holdings, with exclusive games available that you won’t find anywhere else. The majority of these are slots, with a total of 37 games available and counting.

They have also partnered up with two industry leaders: NetEnt and Evolution Gaming. Both are award-winning game studios. Other software providers IGT, SG Games, and High5 are all represented too – a good mix to say the least.

888’s software providers tick more than just a few boxes and are among the best in the business.

The 888 banking methods at first glance include a selection of reliable options, with Play+ promoted by the site as the top method to use.

I like that New Jersey players can use PayNearMe or visit Caesars Atlantic City to transfer funds in person, where deposits of up to $100K are accepted.

When using these in-person banking methods to make your first deposit, the only drawback is that you won’t qualify to claim your welcome bonus.

Missing from the cashier are popular banking methods Neteller, Skrill, and PaySafeCard. However, if you prefer these methods above all else, then you’ll find them at Virgin (PaySafeCard) and Mohegan (Neteller, Skrill).

More concerning however is the long processing times. Apart from in-person withdrawal (processed within 24 hours), the rest of the withdrawal methods on average take 4-8 business days – which is below the market average of around 3 days.

Having said that, the deposit and withdrawal policy is one of the most transparent I’ve come across, with some minor details missing on the fees charged for transactions.

Another highlight is the minimum deposit and withdrawal amount of just $10, while there’s no limit when cashing out at Caesars Atlantic City – not bad at all.

The company has proven time and time again their commitment to safe and fair gambling – and I’m not just referring to the accolades they have received for their social responsibility efforts.

Their protection policies are some of the best in the industry and they readily feature content on the US platform that addresses problem gambling. Looking beyond the standard responsible gambling logo, you’ll find a dedicated safe to play page where the operator discloses the efforts they employ to protect players.

What foils a perfect score for this 888 safety review is the limited info on Random Number Generators (RNG). Yes, they explain in detail how the payout percentage for each game is tested, but nowhere do they link to the latest certificate for review.

Nevertheless, the operator covers all the bases required for a top score and is one of the safest online casinos in the US.

There’s a good reason why I scored the customer support so poorly: simply put, the contact methods available are just not on par with the rest of the US market. 

There are just two contact methods available, which is sadly less than what I expected to find at this award-winning online casino.

This is bad news for first-time players, especially. There is no live chat option available, which means you’ll need to navigate to the support center or brave the call center by dialing the toll-free number. The latter is the only 24/7 contact method available at the gambling site though, so your options are limited.

The support center at 888 online casino is really good. This option is similar to the FAQ pages found at most US operators, but with much, much more detail. I used the support center extensively at the time of this 888casino review and was pleasantly surprised by the level of detail the information has.

Unfortunately, the 888 contact methods leave much to be desired. With no live chat and just one contact option available 24/7, the operator does not compete well with the rest of the US market.

First things first, the registration process is completed within minutes and all new customers will need to provide a social security number to validate their location and age. 

I completed the registration form without any hassle and moments later received an email to verify my email address. The registration process is simple and more or less similar to that of Resorts Casino, Virgin, and BetMGM. 

Unfortunately, no advanced filter system is available, so you’ll need to search for your favorite games in the search bar. Alternatively, you can select your preferred game category in the main menu and scroll down the list to find a specific game.

Mobile casino apps rarely outperform their desktop counterparts, but there is one exception: the 888casino app for iOS and Android. 

The interface may be a direct copy of the desktop version but on mobile, it surprisingly feels a lot more user-friendly. Why? In short, the game categories are easier to explore, while scrolling through the titles available feels much smoother than on the desktop platform.  

Customers can additionally switch to 888poker directly from the casino platform. You will not be required to register a new account to play on this platform and can use your existing login details.