No Deposit Live Casino - Is It Worth Trying?

Within the sphere of the modern day live casino there are many different casinos vying for the attention of new players. With this in mind, if you are looking to sign up with a new casino you will be bombarded with a plethora of options upon sign-up. One of those is the no deposit bonus. A no deposit casino bonus gives players the chance to ‘try out’ a casino without having to deposit their own money. This guide will take a look at these kinds of deals in more detail, what you can expect and how best to use it to your advantage when signing up to a new live casino experience.

What is a No Deposit Bonus?

Some casino players describe a No Deposit Bonus as ‘free money’. Put simply, it is an amount of money that is credited to a player’s account at a live casino without that player having to deposit his or her own, real money into an account first. This allows players to place bets on games and try out a few different games and approaches to gambling, without spending any money first.

In most cases there will be a limit somewhere between £5 and £15 of free bets, without a player depositing real money, and there is often a limit on the amount you can win (for instance £100). The alternative will be in the form of ’25 free spins’ or ’10 Free Bets of x amount’. All with a view to you signing up and getting hooked at that casino.

What are the Benefits to a No Deposit Bonus?

The No Deposit Bonus has become a very popular way for online casinos to promote the service to new users. For a new user this type of bonus brings with it some benefits. Straight away it minimises the risks attached with playing live dealer games on an online live casino.

No Risk to Your Finances – For a new player at a casino it can be quite daunting to risk your own money right away. Even if you are a seasoned casino visitor, playing online is a different platform to get used to. With a No Deposit Bonus you can play freely without worrying about losing your own money.

Find the Right Game for You – There are so many games and variations on games to consider that as a new user you’re never quite sure where to start. A No Deposit Bonus gives you peace of mind to try out a few different types of games using ‘free money’, to try and find the game you love the most, before depositing real cash into your account.

Learn the Ropes – This type of deposit is especially great if you are completely new to playing at a casino. It allows you to learn the rules of various casino games as you play (which is always the best way to learn anything) without that worry attached that comes with your own money being placed as a wager.

Build a Bankroll – Another benefit to a No Deposit Bonus is that it does give you a real chance to build a working bankroll. Although you cannot withdraw a bonus right away, any winnings can be used as your own money, but please understand that all of these "free" deals come with a maximum withdrawal limit. In most cases, even if you manage to run the bonus up to thousands, the maximum cashout rule will limit you to getting between £10 to £50. So you have the chance to build a bankroll from nothing, but it's very slim.

What are Wagering Requirements?

In most cases there will be a wagering requirement linked to your No Deposit Bonus. When you sign up with a new live casino you’ll be required to agree to certain terms in order to unlock the bonus for use. This could be that you have to play a certain number of times before you can convert any winnings into cash.

In some cases this can be as high as playing 50 times before you can convert any winnings from your No Deposit Bonus into real money that can be withdrawn to your e-wallet. In other cases players will be obliged to make a real cash deposit before being able to use the winnings from the original free bet.

What’s Your Best Approach to a No Deposit Bonus?

The first thing we would recommend is to always look at the small print first when signing up with a new casino. As we’ve stated, the wagering requirements will differ slightly from casino to casino, so you have to be sure that you are signing up with a reputable casino, where you would feel safe depositing your money. In the long run, it isn’t possible to make a lot of money from a No Deposit Bonus, but it does give you the chance to find the right home for your live casino gambling.

There is no hard and fast rule when it comes to strategising a No Deposit Bonus. Although you are not risking any of your own money, the high wagering requirements and the house edge mean it is unlikely you are going to fulfill the wagering requirements and be able to withdraw some funds. This means that you should generally play a high volatility strategy and try to hit a big win early on.

One approach that could be used well with a no deposit bonus in the live dealer environment is to play games like Lightning Roulette that are highly volatile and can pay up to 500x. Place £0.50 or £1  wagers straight up each time and hope that you get a 100x+ that could help you to beat the wagering requirements.

As you can see, there is no guaranteed strategy and the best approach is to utilise the ‘free money’ on offer to have some fun, see if you like the games on offer and learn the rules of games you might not have played before. We would never recommend that you look to a no deposit bonus as a way of making real money from a casino, as the house edge and wagering requirements prohibit it in the vast majority of cases.

Summary

Making a small deposit beats a no deposit bonus any day, given you want to play for real money. If you are just looking to try the games out and don't care about the outcome, a no deposit bonus will suit perfectly. Please remember to gamble responsibly and read all the terms and conditions of your bonus.