NetBet Review

"The only negative I could really find was that they don’t accept crypto and the live chat isn’t 24/7."

Tadhg O’Sullivan, Casino.com expert

NetBet Casino has been known as one of the better options for Irish players for over two decades now, and I can see why. During my NetBet review the only negative I could really find was that they don’t accept crypto and the live chat isn’t 24/7. These are very small drawbacks for an otherwise great casino.

My rating: 4.5/5

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With 20+ years of experience, NetBet Casino is an absolute veteran of the game. It's one of the most trustworthy brands Irish players can find as it operates in many countries and has multiple licenses. You know you are going to get looked after well with NetBet, whether its with their great promotions or excellent customer care. In this NetBet review, Iĺl take you through everything the casino offers to see how it became such a staple in the Irish market.

NetBet Casino was founded in 2001, making it one of the oldest casinos on the Irish market. If you have hung around for this long and are still a top choice, you must be doing something right! It’s owned by  NetBet Enterprises Ltd and has multiple licenses, making it a safe option for Irish players.

I didn’t feel there was a specific theme to the casino, but it does have a modern feel that I like. I also like the way you are immediately greeted with promotions and the most popular casino games. They know what their customers want, and they give it to them right off the bat!

It's always encouraging when I have to start off my review of the promotions section by saying I won’t be able to cover them all here because there are just so many. This was one of the main reasons I saw during my NetBet review why the casino has stayed popular for so long. Great offers that include daily bonuses. Here are some of the highlights.

Welcome Package

The welcome package allows players to get up to €200 and 10 free spins. Pretty simple: just sign up and use the NetBet bonus code NBWELCOME on your first deposit, and it will be doubled up to €200. The free spins can be used on the Shinning Crown slot.

Free Spins

An amazing daily offer running on the casino where you can get up to 200 free spins per day! Simply make a deposit of €50+ using the NetBet bonus code  GAMEONEXTRA, and you will be credited with up to 100 free spins. This offer can be used twice a day. There are no restrictions on what slots you can use these free spins on.

Players Club

I think loyalty should always be rewarded, and NetBet Casino thinks the same with its Players Club. NetPoints will determine how far you can climb the ladder and you receive them for every real money bet you place at the casino. The higher you climb the ladder, the less real money you need to spend in order to qualify for NetPoints, which makes it easier to collect them. NetPoints can be used in the Club Shop, where you can redeem items like bonus bets and even real cash.

Any NetBet reviews of their promotion section that don’t mention wagering requirements are not worth reading. The reason for this is that a bonus's strength is directly tied to how fair the wagering requirements are. This is the number of times a bonus must be played through before a player can withdraw it. NetBet has a 40 wagering requirement, which is the industry average, and I would consider it more than fair when you take into account the strength of the casino's promotion section.  

Not only did I come across an excellent variety of games during my NetBet review, but I was also very impressed with how the game section functions. There are more than 25 categories dividing the 6,900+ games which is a great way to make everything accessible. I’ll give some examples of the games that show the variety.

Big Bass Splash

Let’s start with a classic. Big Bass Splash comes from Pragmatic Play and is a staple of any decent casino. With an RTP of 96.71% and high volatility, it's known for giving players big paydays.

Spinnin' Records Into the Beat

Is a new release from Play’n GO. It has a very cool feel to it that transports you to a groovy dance floor. With grid sizes reaching up to 5x5, the bigger the grid, the bigger the prizes.

Casino Malta Roulette

NetBet has a great ‘Top 20 Games’ section. A regular top 5 game on this list is the live dealer version of Casino Malta Roulette. As it's one of the highest RTP games on the site, this isn’t a surprise.

Jackpots

NetBet has plenty of jackpot games to sink your teeth into. Even better is they actually have a whole section dedicated to it which is rare these days. In the section, they will have the games ranked from highest jackpot to lowest so you can know which game you want to hit. There are hundreds of different options to choose from which is a real throwback and another reason why NetBet is one of the best around.

Hall of Gods

I have to throw a jackpot on this list and at the time of writing, Hall of Gods by NetEnt had the biggest jackpot on NetBet casino. Spin with the Norse Gods for your chance to take home the big prize.

A game selection is only as strong as the software providers and as you can see from the games I chose above, NetBet makes sure its suppliers are the elite of the elite. The casino has over 80 providers which is always going to guarantee both quality and variety. In the game examples, I used three of the biggest names, and you can also find games from Evolution Gaming, Quickspin, and 1x2Games, to name just a few.

NetBet casino was very close to getting a perfect score from me when it comes to their payment options. They have low deposit and withdrawal minimums, as well as high maximums. They also have a wide variety of payment options; the only thing the casino is missing is crypto options. This would give them a perfect score, but even still, you have plenty of options.

Here are the payment options available:

NetBet Ireland has made the process of withdrawing as easy as possible for their customers. You have the low withdrawal amount of €10, and you also have quick processing times with the casino promising all withdrawals via any payment method processed between 2-48 hours. Here is a step-by-step guide to withdrawing from the casino:

1. Click on the ‘Cashier’ button at the top of the screen
2. Click on withdraw and type in the amount you wish to withdraw 
3. Depending on your payment details, you may have to confirm details and go through a verification process 
4. Within 2-48 hours, the casino will process your withdrawal and release the funds.

What to Take Into Consideration When Requesting a Withdrawal

You know how to withdraw now with the casino, and you know the NetBet withdrawal time, but there are other things to consider. The main factor I am talking about is the KYC procedure. The first time you withdraw from the casino, there is a security measure in place where you need to prove your ID and address. Here’s how:

• For the ID, you need to send a copy of a government-issued ID
• For the address, a copy of a utility bill issued in the last 3 months must be provided.
• These documents will then be verified by the verification team
• Once complete, your funds will be released, and you will be free to withdraw when you like after this.

There is a trend these days where casinos don’t want to add mobile apps to work alongside their desktop versions, and I am not a fan of that. So, I am happy to report the existence of the NetBet casino app on both Android and iOS. I used the app on my iPhone, and it worked like a dream. It is my preferred way to use the casino. If you prefer not to download the app, it works great on mobile browsers, too.

I found the overall user experience great. I like the theme and the colours, and the site as a whole is easy to use. It can be a little slow at times, and there are some dead ends in the FAQ section, but I’m clutching at straws, really, as the site works more or less perfectly.

For the purpose of this NetBet review, I opened an account with the casino. The process was pretty straightforward, but for anyone opening an account for the first time, here are the steps you will take:

1. Click on the ‘Register’ icon at the top of the page
2. The first step is selecting Ireland as your country
3. Next, you create a username and fill out your mobile number
4. Next, you will be asked to create a password and then fill in some personal details, including your date of birth and address
5. Finally, you will be prompted to enter any promo code before your account is set up and ready to go.

Responsible Gambling Features

NetBet Ireland takes responsible gambling seriously and I am a big fan of this. A lot of new casinos these days mostly bypass this part, but it's a very good sign of how a casino views their players, in my opinion. 

The years of industry experience NetBet has under its belt is shown through all the options available to players. Deposit, wager, and loss limit tools are all available, as well as time out, cool off, and self-exclusion options. You will even be prompted to set a limit on your deposits and wagers when you first open an account with NetBet which shows how much they value their customers' safety.

Keeping your data and financial information private is more important now than ever, and NetBet Ireland recognises this. They use the latest SSL encryption technology to make sure you are safe on their site. They have a detailed privacy policy that outlines how they stick to GDPR rules strictly. The casino also uses KYC to make sure every player is who they say they are.

As I mentioned, NetBet casino has multiple licences the two Irish players need to worry about are the ones from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). These are the two best authorities when it comes to gambling in Ireland. So, if you see their stamps, you are in safe hands. The casino’s parent company is NetBet Enterprises Ltd, so the casino is owned by its own brand which is also positive for players.

One of the only qualms I had during this NetBet review was the customer care. Unfortunately, the live chat is not open 24/7. It's open from  09:00 to 23:00 which is still good, but for late-night gamers, it's a bit of a nuisance. They make up for this a lot by having a phone line and dedicated WhatsApp support, but a 24/7 live chat would still be the preferred option.

I am not the only one singing NetBet’s praises as the casino has won some awards down the years. Here are a few:

• In 2015, NetBet won the award for "Best Customer Service Site" at the Casino Life & Business Magazine Awards.
• In 2016, at the Central and Eastern European Gaming Conference Awards (CEEGA), NetBet won the award for "Best Online Sports Betting Operator" and their provider, SBTech, won the award for "Best Sports Betting Provider".
• In 2018 and 2019, NetBet received the "Best Online Casino Platform in Romania" trophy at the Casino Inside Awards Gala.