Unibet Casino Review

In case you were asking yourself, “is Unibet casino legal in the UK,” scroll down to the bottom of the homepage. There, you’ll find a virtual stamp of approval by the UK Gambling Commission, along with other certificates. A licence from the UKGC allows it to operate in the United Kingdom legally.

I’ll go so far as to say that Unibet is one of the top five safest and most well-regulated gambling operators in the world. It’s one of the very few sites with a licence from the Gibraltar Gambling Commission, known as the most demanding regulatory institution.

Unibet is the one gambling platform where players can genuinely know that the games are not being rigged and that the outcome of every spin, roll dice, and card deal is genuinely random. This is bolstered by the fact that Unibet is a recipient of the eCOGRA seal. Also, the site is tested and approved by Technical System Testing, a Canada-based third-party auditing agency.

What I was impressed the most about is how passionate Unibet is about promoting responsible gambling. The operator is a member of several organisations that provide advice, information, and support for those affected by problem gambling. Also, the site offers various tools to help players control the amount of time and money they spend gambling. If you notice that your urge to gamble is too overwhelming, you’ll find contact links for gambling addiction centres like Gamblers Anonymous, BeGambleAware, GamCare, and Gambling Therapy.

Unibet uses industry-leading security protocols to ensure that all information sent to and from the site stays safe and hidden from unauthorised third parties. More specifically, the casino uses 128-bit SSL technology developed by Trustwave in addition to a cutting-edge Intrusion Detection System that constantly monitors traffic for signs of security breach and intrusion. Additionally, Unibet is compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Standard.

I know that many of you are worried that your personal and financial details may fall into the wrong hands. Thankfully, with Unibet and its impenetrable safety net, the odds of it happening are infinitesimal.

Depositing and withdrawing in Unibet is a streamlined process — the casino has made sure of it by teaming up with many financial institutions. That said, you have to get the green light from the casino’s management team first by verifying your account. Once you log in, you’ll immediately get redirected to the verification centre, where you’ll be asked to submit your driver’s licence, ID card, and utility bill/bank statement.

These types of identity checks became obligatory on all UKGC-licensed gambling sites, so you can’t bypass this procedure by signing up with another operator. On a brighter note, it takes Unibet less than half an hour to verify your identity once you provide the necessary documents.

Once you complete the KYC, you can start making deposits in Unibet Casino. The minimum deposit is £10, but it can be raised to £15, depending on the chosen banking method. It’s worth mentioning that the upper limits are much higher for e-wallet and debit card transactions than other options. For example, you can deposit as much as £13,000 on one instance using Skrill or Neteller, whereas the maximum deposit amount for PaysafeCard users is capped at £1,000.

The great news is that Unibet doesn’t charge withdrawal fees, meaning that everything you win is yours to keep. Of course, your financial institution could incur some costs, but this sum is usually low — a few pounds at the most.

Depending on the method you selected for cashouts, you should be able to withdraw your earnings within a maximum of three working days. Bank transfers take the longest, while e-wallets are the fastest, with a 0–72 hour turnaround time.

If I had to describe Unibet’s mobile apps in one word, it would be — fantastic. The Android app is a bit less demanding compatibility-wise; it requires Android 6.0 or higher, which means that it works well even on dated mobile phones and tablets. However, its iPhone/iPad counterpart is not designed for older devices as your phone must be powered by iOS 11.0 or later to be able to install and use the app. If you have a phone running on Android, make sure to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources in the ‘Security’ section.

The apps have undergone a complete redesign in the last couple of years. A couple of handy features have been added, like push notifications, biometric ID logins, and search options to locate games quickly. These functions are packed into a user-friendly design that makes for seamless navigation across the library and Unibet’s other gambling compartments.

I’m usually not a fan of native casino apps and prefer a mobile website, but with Unibet, I made an exception. My biggest concern was that the apps wouldn’t have nearly as many games as the desktop site. However, it was quite the opposite. I could choose from over 500 games, which is more than you’ll find in most casino apps on the web. And they work exceptionally well, too.

Unibet’s collection of games is a sight to behold. There isn’t an endless number of titles like on some other sites, but in terms of quality and diversity, Unibet Casino has no equal. The lobby is nicely catalogued and arranged in various subsections for easier access. The games are sorted according to the niches they belong in and their respective features. For instance, there is a separate category for slots utilising the Mega Ways payout mechanic.

I was curious to try out Unibet’s in-house releases, so I entered the ‘Exclusive Games’ lounge. There, I found 24 super exciting slots developed by the casino’s partners. Most of them are 5-reelers coming in various themes — history, animal, and fantasy, to name a few.

If you’re into progressives and chasing monster wins, then you simply must visit Unibet’s ‘Jackpot Store’. It currently features 128 games, some of which come with 8-figure jackpots. All the titles from the ‘Mega Moolah’ franchise are on board, as well as NetEnt’s classic ‘Arabian Nights’ and many others. I even found ‘Jackpot Quest,’ one of my favourite Red Tiger slots.

There are a total of 46 table games, which is above-par. Roulette, blackjack, baccarat and poker are available in both RNG and live dealer mode, with varying RTPs, table limits, and payout potential, depending on the variation in question.

The live dealer lobby is made up of Evolution Gaming and Pragmatic Play’s live games. With that in mind, you can expect top-notch streams, polite croupiers, and flexible betting options.

Bonus hunters probably do not find Unibet’s welcome package particularly appealing. But for a sportsbook-first gambling site, this is more than a generous offer. However, I had a problem with the bonus terms. I think that a wagering requirement of 35x for such a ‘small’ offer is absurd, especially because video poker and table games basically have no wagering contribution.

Unibet Casino makes up for the small introductory bonus with a no deposit bonus and a barrage of superb promos for regular clients. There is a lot of free cash on the table, from refer-a-friend bonuses to daily drops, weekly and monthly tournaments.

The most persistent players will get an invitation from the casino’s VIP management team. The more you play, and the more active you are, the higher you’ll climb in the loyalty program. As you make progress in the VIP hierarchy, the benefits will keep getting juicier.

Unibet has one of the best FAQ sections I’ve ever seen. It’s well thought out and covers all the essential topics in detail. You’ll most likely get the answers you need there, and even if you don’t, the customer support agents will quickly resolve your issue. It doesn’t matter which contact channel you opt for as they are all equally efficient.