NZ Online casino reviews & ratings – Complete list

Unfortunately, not all online casinos out there are trustworthy. All of the casinos we recommend are fully trusted and vetted, but others operate without licenses, have lax security measures, and take a long time to pay players out (if they do at all.) For these reasons, the following casinos should be avoided.

Expert Rating

1.5/10

Why you should avoid
• Unprofessional customer support
• Site operators linked to questionable practices
• Not paid players their winnings

Expert Rating

1.2/10

Why you should avoid
• Reports of players not receiving winnings
• Misleading claims of licensing
• Unresponsive to customer complaints

Expert Rating

1.5/10

Why you should avoid
• 18+ months for withdrawal
• Locked-out accounts
• Slow response times

Our casino reviews process is well-structured and highly detailed. We cover a wide range of criteria, from casino game ranges and quantities to the mobile gaming experience. The end result is detailed, data-driven rundowns of the best NZ online casinos. Here are the most important factors we consider.

• Lucrative welcome bonuses & free spins 

  Bonuses are one of the most important things for new players at a casino, so we review them to help you understand whether they are worth taking or not. We consider anything above the NZ market average $1,000 a good deal. Free spins are also a nice addition, particularly for smaller bankrolls.

  However, wagering requirements are crucial. You should consider anything above the 40x NZ average too high to potentially withdraw any of your bonus winnings.

• 1,000+ games & quality software providers

  We look at both the number of casino games on offer and the overall variety. An online casino should at least offer 1,000+ games and show a good mix between pokies, table games, and live dealer games. Market leading providers like NetEnt, Pragmatic Play and Evolution Gaming act as a seal of quality.

• 10+ payment methods & fair cashier policy

  The top NZ casinos should offer a wide range of payment methods. Credit and debit cards are standard, but Google Pay, Apple Pay, e-wallets and cryptocurrencies are also welcome additions. These allow not only for instant deposits, but also much faster withdrawals.

  In addition, we like to see low minimum deposits and withdrawals, and high maximums, to ensure that casinos cater to all types of players, and that you don't need to wait months to withdraw your cash if you hit a huge win.

• Robust security beyond standard licences

  Our recommended online casinos are all licensed which is our minimum safety requirement. We also look at the type of licence with UKGC and MGA scoring higher in terms of trust than Anjouan. Additionally, we look for security measures and audits, as well as responsible gaming features to ensure players are given the right level of protection.

• Mobile-first casinos only

  In New Zealand there are many mobile casinos available, but we like to see compatibility with a wide range of devices. We also look at whether the mobile casino has a native app.

  Sometimes, games play smoothly on PC but don’t work well on mobile causing us to give the online casino a lower rating. Our online casino reviews also look at the number of games. At worst, 90% of desktop online casino games should be available on mobile.

• Reliable customer support 

  Our customer support criteria includes a wide range of contact methods including email, telephone, and social media channels. However, every casino should have a 24/7 live chat service. We also check for response times, ensuring that players aren't kept waiting for more than a few minutes for a reply.

• Fast and easy-to-use platform

  We understand that players want an easy-to-use platform that includes everything from sign-up to navigation. When creating an account or claiming bonuses, these processes should take no longer than 2-4 minutes. We award online casinos extra rating points for seamless processes.

Our expert casino ratings in visuals

Taking the criteria from earlier on, we've summed up how our online casino reviews work in the image below. We've taken all of the criteria from earlier and broken it down into segments based on how each area scores as a percentage of our total expert rating.

No matter what type of online casino you’re looking for, whether it’s a crypto casino or live dealer casino, we can give you a friendly, unbiased nudge in the right direction — and that’s a guarantee. Our New Zealand online casino reviews are very trustworthy. Here are some reasons why: 

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  We work with local NZ casino experts only
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  We use a 25-step casino review process 
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  We've reviewed 45+ NZ casinos so far
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  We’ve helped players win over NZ$45 million

If you’ve found an online casino that we haven’t reviewed, you can use our 5-step guide to review the casino yourself and discover whether it’s good or not. 

If you’re a casino looking to get reviewed and listed on our site, we can help. 

We’ll put your online casino through our 25-step review process so that players can view an in-depth breakdown of what you have to offer as well as the all-important star rating. Submit your brand to us for review, and (if you pass the test) you’ll be able to get listed on our site.