Our Scoring System
We evaluate every sweepstakes casino across seven categories, each carrying a fixed weight in our final score. This framework keeps our rankings consistent and transparent across all platforms we review.
- Game Selection (25%): Total library size, variety across slots, table games, live dealer, and originals, plus exclusive titles and provably fair options.
- Bonus Value (20%): No-purchase bonus size, ongoing promotions, and rakeback or loyalty rewards that add long-term value.
- Playthrough Terms (15%): Wagering requirements on sweeps coins, clarity of terms, and overall transparency of conditions.
- Platform Features (15%): UI/UX quality, mobile experience, and unique features like tournaments, sportsbook integration, or original games.
- State Availability (10%): The number of US states where the platform legally operates.
- Redemption Speed (10%): Processing times for prize redemptions, minimum thresholds, and variety of payment methods supported.
- Responsible Gaming Tools (5%): Self-exclusion options, purchase limits, reality checks, and access to support resources.
Each category is scored on a 1-to-10 scale. The weighted average produces the final rating you see on every review page.
Testing Protocol
Every platform we review is tested with a real account over a minimum seven-day period. During that window, our analysts verify all bonus claims, confirm playthrough math, and document actual redemption timelines from request to completion.
State availability is cross-checked against official platform terms and conditions, not third-party databases. We also test mobile performance on both iOS and Android devices to ensure our platform feature scores reflect real-world usage.
Reviews follow a weekly audit cycle. When a platform changes its bonus structure, updates its game library, or adjusts redemption policies, we publish updated scores within 48 hours of verification.
What We Do Not Test
We do not purchase coin packages for review purposes. Our testing relies on no-purchase bonuses and free play to evaluate each platform. We also do not verify long-term payout rates or RTP claims beyond published data provided by the platforms or their game providers.
Our rankings reflect editorial judgment based on the criteria above. Individual preferences, such as a favorite game type or preferred payment method, may lead to a different personal ranking, and that is expected.
Independence
Our editorial team operates independently from advertising partnerships. Affiliate relationships do not influence scores or rankings. A platform that pays us a commission receives the same scrutiny as one that does not.
We clearly disclose all affiliate links in accordance with our Affiliate Disclosure policy. If you have questions about our methodology or believe a score needs revisiting, contact us at [email protected].
- Sarah Chen, Lead Analyst