NordicBet Casino review

Intro

Nordicbet.com is a key online gaming operator, which was founded in 2002 and specialises primarily in sports betting but also has strong casino and poker offerings. The operation focuses primarily on the Northern European market and on Norway in particular. The online gaming establishment is owned by the Betsson Group which is listed on the Stockholm stock exchange and is itself considered a pioneer in providing live online betting for sports events.

Games & Software

NordicBet makes use of software from providers such as Microgaming, Net Entertainment and Playtech. Players can engage in poker tournaments with the possibility of winning bonuses and jackpots. They may also access the Casino Red category to enjoy table games, slots and video poker with the most popular games in this section including: Blackjack, Roulette, Jack Hammer and Starburst.
There is also the Casino Black category which features additional table games and slots with Zeus III, Spartacus, Football Star and Bierhaus among the favourites in this section.
The live casino provides visitors to the casino with the ambience of a conventional casino and features live blackjack, live roulette and live baccarat as well as friendly and professional dealers.
Both downloadable and instant play options are available for all games. NordicBet has an average payout of 95%.

Bonuses

NordicBet offers a 400% bonus to new bingo players once they have made a deposit of £5. Fans of bingo can also enjoy perks such as the Bingo Lunch event held every Wednesday between 11:00 and 13:00(Central European Time) during which they can win bonuses and loyalty points and free tickets (the Blue Room between 12.00-1.00pm (GMT). Poker fans are not left out either and have the choice of selecting a €25 Instant Bonus or €1,000 when they make their first deposit. All poker players are also provided with a 30% Rake back every Monday at 12.00 (Central European Time).

License and Safety

NordicBet is licensed and regulated by the Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LGA) of Malta which is responsible for all forms of gaming in Malta. This means it is subject to the strict procedures implemented by the regulatory body ensuring that players can enjoy the games of their choice in a safe virtual environment.

Player Jurisdictions

NordicBet also makes use of industry-standard encryption technology guaranteeing the confidentiality of clients’ personal data and activity on the site. The online casino caters to players primarily within northern Europe including Finland, Sweden and Norway. It is however unavailable to residents of Afghanistan, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark (players from Denmark however have access to the mobile site), Estonia, Ethiopia, France, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Nigeria, Pakistan, Spain, Syria, Turkey, United States of America and Yemen.

Usability of Members Area

The members’ area for NordicBet is utilitarian and easy for new and returning clients to navigate. Essential links including those connecting the client to the three main sections (Sportsbook, Live Bet and Casino) of the online casino, Livechat support and deposit and withdrawal pages are also provided, ensuring they have access to the necessary portals required to enhance their experience.

Banking

Payments on NordicBet may be processed using a variety of authorized methods with varying processing times and charges depending on the method used. Clients who wish to be make instant deposits at no extra cost may do so using Neteller and Skrill. Deposits may also be instantly processed using Visa although 2-5% of the transaction will be charged. Bank transfers are also permitted and incur no extra costs although they take 2-5 banking days to be completed. Withdrawals may be processed instantly free of charge using Neteller, Skrill or Visa. Bank transfers may also be used and take 3-5 banking days.

Loyalty Programs

NordicBet provides Frequent Player Points to players who regularly visit the Casino Red and Casino Black categories for every bet placed (regardless of whether the bet is successful or not). Frequent Player Points may be converted to cash and can be used to purchase gifts and other surprises.

The Small Print

NordicBet permits a minimum deposit amount of 15 euros and a maximum deposit amount of 100 000 euros for all methods of payment. The minimum and maximum withdrawal amounts permitted however differ according to the forms of payment used. The minimum withdrawal amount permitted when making use of a visa credit card is 30 euros and 25 euros for bank transfer. For transactions processed via Skrill or Neteller, the amount permitted is 20 euros.

Customer Service

NordicBet’s customer team is available 24 hours each day and 7 days a week. Enquiries can be made via Live Chat, directly on the site or by emailing at support@nordicbet.com in which case clients may expect a response within 60 minutes. Phone support is also available from Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 20:00 hours (Central European Time). NordicBet’s customer team is fully multilingual and handle client enquiries in English, Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish. The online casino has received a large number of positive reviews regarding the effectiveness of its service in resolving client queries in a satisfactory manner.

Track Record

NordicBet is considered to have a respectable games collection whose high quality has proven to be a source of attraction to clients. Its success and the length of time for which it has operated in the online betting market have also enabled it to earn the confidence of prospective clients. Its strong focus on the north European market has however proven to be a drawback and a number of clients have made the choice to switch to online casinos which cater to a more extensive demographic such as CasinoEuro and Unibet.

Summary

NordicBet caters to northern European countries with the majority of its clients coming from Finland, Sweden and Norway. Players from Denmark however are only permitted access to its mobile version. The principal currency used during transactions is the Euro although the Norwegian Krone and the Swedish Krona are also used. Its user friendly multilingual website is available in four languages (English, Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish). It is also easy to navigate ensuring new users can easily obtain important information they require.