Expert review by Matthew West
Spela is a highly slick addition to the online casino world. Not only does it look great, but it works fast too – and we’re not just talking about the download speeds; Spela offers some truly phenomenal turnaround times when it comes to their payments. The casino also has the distinction of carrying one of the largest gaming libraries anywhere online, though this is predominantly slot games. There are also a number of bonuses available as well as the site being completely mobile compatible. What more could you ask for?
Owned by Genesis Global Ltd., the same people behind popular sites like Pelaa, Kassu Casino and Casino Joy, Spela Casino is a very new addition to the online world, but this hasn’t held it back. Spela offers a ridiculously large number of games to its players, all from some of the top providers around. It is also one of the few casinos where you don’t have to make an account to use their site. That’s right! All you have to do is choose which currency you’d like to make a deposit in, and you’re good to go. So let’s see what else they have for us.
Security is of the utmost importance whenever you are playing online. Spela Casino has made sure that players are made to feel welcome and relaxed by holding licenses from both the UK Gambling Commission and the Malta Gaming Authority. Both of these jurisdictions have stringent regulations in place which the casino must adhere to if they plan on sticking around in the industry. Added to this, Spela has excellent SSL encryption protocols in place and offers players the chance to get in touch with help if they feel they have an addiction.
As is customary with most online casinos, Spela offers several different bonuses to its players. These range from the standard welcome bonus that is there to attract new players, all the way to the loyalty programme that helps out those already playing at the casino. The wide range of bonuses offered is all potentially very lucrative, enabling you to get a leg-up in this potentially rewarding iGaming world. These bonuses are aimed at both newcomers and oldies, and should not be skipped over.
The welcome bonus from Spela Casino is a particularly excellent one. Upon following the requirements, you will be entitled to a 100% match on any value up to €200. There’s also an impressive 100 bonus spins to be claimed on the slot, Starburst. It’s a simple process of claiming the bonus when you head to the cashier, and you’ll get 20 bonus spins instantly – the rest will be given out 20 per day for the next four days. Be aware that wagering requirements do apply.
The bonuses don’t end with the welcome bonus. For those that are more interested in the live casino, there is a separate welcome bonus for that too. Here you’ll be rewarded with a 100% match on any first deposit up to €100. There’s also a Friday bonus that sees long-term players able to grab as much as €100 in casino bonus by making a deposit that awards 25% of the deposit value. That gives you some extra money to play with over the weekend.
Currently, there doesn’t appear to be a specific loyalty programme in place for long-term players – no programme that allows players to collect points as they play. However, there are still more bonuses on offer to players. For any slot game player, playing through €10 during Friday to Monday will see you rewarded for your play with a series of free spins that are paid out the following Tuesday. All of these bonuses do have wagering requirements attached, though, and these are set at 40x for the deposit bonus.
18+ Full T&C’s Apply. New players Only. £10 min deposit. £5 max bet using bonus. 40 x wagering applies. Bonus valid for 14 days. 20 Spins on Starburst games will be credited instantly + then 20 per day for 4 days. Free Spins valid for 72 hours from credit. Max Free Spins winnings £100. Skrill + Neteller excluded. Always refer to Bonus Terms – www.begambleaware.org
With over 1300 different slots to choose from, you’re sure to find something that suits you. Spela offers everything from Vikings Go Berzerk through to games like Thunderstruck II, Tomb Raider and Piggy Riches. There are also a large number of progressives available, including the ever-popular Mega Moolah. As there are so many, the games can be filtered by various categories, or you can search by name if you know the game you’re looking for. Games in other game sections also fair very well.
There are a large number of virtual table games on offer. These include an impressive selection of roulette, poker and blackjack options. Pleasingly, there are also several scratchcard games, too. Something that is less commonly found at all-around online casinos. Video poker players will likewise be excited by what’s on offer. Whilst there are a lot of them (Jacks or Better, Deuces Wild, etc.), they are slightly confusingly labelled under the other game filter so you might have to search a little.
The majority of the live dealer games at Spela come from the rather excellent NetEnt. Here, you’ll be able to find a range of blackjack and roulette games, each operated by a stunning host and offering HD live playback so you can follow the action in detail. Baccarat is also available, and there are a number of poker options – think Texas Holdem, Dragonara and Caribbean Stud – as well as a number of game show options such as Dream Catcher, which puts a different spin on things.
Similar to many online casinos, Spela doesn’t actually have a specific casino app. For most, though, this is not a downside, as it does mean you won’t have to download any software to your device. To compensate for this, Spela has made sure that their website is fully mobile optimised and operates perfectly for mobile users on a range of different devices. Navigation, game selection, bonus offers and all of the other features are identical, making this platform an excellent second option for players that like to play on-the-go.
Spela offers a vast number of payment options for both withdrawal and deposit. The latter occurs instantly with no wait time whatsoever, meaning that you can go right ahead and dive into the casino. Excitingly, Spela also makes sure that their withdrawals are pretty fast, too. After processing, you’re generally looking at receiving your money in 1-3 working days. However, if you choose an eWallet such as Skrill, you’ll receive your winnings instantly! This speed puts Spela head and shoulders above many of its competitors.
Support is so important if things go wrong. As players are generally playing at all times of the day, it’s also important that the support should operate in this manner, as well. Thankfully, at Spela, it does. You can access a staff member through live chat, email and even phone. However, the phone is only available for certain countries. You’re the best bet is still to use the chat which tends to elicit the fastest responses no matter where in the world you are.
So, what’s our verdict on Spela? We actually like them. The fact that they offer a huge set of games is a massive point in their favour. Added to this is the fact that you don’t need to make an account to play, making this a much more accessible casino to the masses. If we’re going to quibble, their bonus offers are a little lacking, but they’re new, so they have time to fix this. Overall, we highly recommend giving this new site a check out.
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