How We Rate Casinos
Our comprehensive rating system evaluates casinos across five key dimensions, giving you a complete picture of what to expect.
The CasinoList Score
A weighted average of all five dimensions
Every casino on CasinoList receives a score from 1.0 to 10.0. This overall rating is calculated by averaging our five dimension scores, each weighted equally at 20%. A score of 8.0 or higher represents an exceptional casino experience, while anything below 5.0 should be approached with caution.
The Five Dimensions
Games & Selection
Weight: 20%The variety and quality of gaming options available.
Service Quality
Weight: 20%How well staff treats guests and handles requests.
Atmosphere / UX
Weight: 20%The overall ambiance and experience quality.
Value & Bonuses
Weight: 20%How fairly priced the gaming experience is.
Trust & Safety
Weight: 20%How secure and fair the gaming environment is.
Understanding the Scale
World-class destination
Highly recommended
Worth visiting
Solid choice
Has notable issues
Not recommended
Our Rating Process
On-Site Visits
Our team visits land-based casinos anonymously, experiencing them as regular guests would. We spend multiple sessions testing different areas.
Standardized Evaluation
We use a consistent checklist across all casinos, ensuring fair and comparable ratings regardless of location or type.
User Feedback
We aggregate verified user reviews and factor in community feedback to balance our expert assessments.
Regular Updates
Ratings are reviewed and updated regularly. Casinos that improve get recognized; those that decline are re-rated.
Verification Badges
Beyond our ratings, casinos can earn special verification badges that highlight specific strengths:
Editorial Independence
Our ratings are editorially independent. While we may receive compensation from some casinos through affiliate partnerships, this never influences our ratings or reviews. Our team evaluates each casino using the same standardized criteria, regardless of any business relationships.