How programmes have changed
- Points for play: the original model, points per rand wagered swapped for bonus cash.
- VIP tiers: levels with faster withdrawals and personal managers.
- Personal offers: rewards based on the games you play.
- Gamified schemes: missions, levels and shops built into the lobby.
Types you will meet
| Type | How it pays | Worked value |
|---|---|---|
| Points per wager | Points swapped for bonus money | 1 point per R100, 100 points = R10: 0.1% back |
| Cashback | Share of net losses as cash | 10% of R2,000 lost = R200 |
| Rakeback | Share of turnover returned | 0.5% of R50,000 = R250 |
| Tier perks | Faster payouts, higher limits | Hard to value; check what is promised in the terms |
Pros and cons
- For: money back on play you would do anyway; faster withdrawals at higher tiers.
- Against: rewards often carry wagering; points expire; tiers reset; the scheme can nudge you to play more than planned.
Choosing a programme
- Work out the return per R100 wagered.
- Check whether rewards come as cash or as bonus money with wagering.
- Read the rules on expiry and tier resets.
- Ignore the programme entirely if it makes you play more.