The Online Casino

Part of the Nektan group of casinos (that also includes Magic Red), The Online Casino has an excellent selection of more than 600 online slots, progressive jackpot slots and live dealer games, as well as a mobile casino which can be accessed on any portable device. The games are by a range of the industry’s leading developers, including Microgaming and NetEnt, so there is always plenty of gaming choice on offer. The Online Casino is licensed to operate by the Gibraltar Betting and Gaming Association (GBGA) and is a member of the Independent Betting Adjudication Services (IBAS), while games are independently audited and tested by Game Laboratories International (GLI). All of this combines to make it a safe and well-regulated place to play.

Welcome Bonus

When you sign up for a new player account at The Online Casino, you receive a no deposit free spins bonus, followed by matches on your first three deposits worth up to $500, plus another 50 free spins as a Welcome Bonus:

• 1st deposit — 200% match bonus up to $50 plus 50 free spins on Starburst
• 2nd deposit — 100% match bonus up to $200
• 3rd deposit — 50% match bonus up to $250

To claim the full $500 signup bonus, you need to make three deposits totalling $725, giving you a total bankroll of $1,225 and an overall deposit match rate of 68%. The minimum deposit to claim each bonus is $20. Your no deposit free spins are available as soon as you register and validate your account via SMS, and each spin is worth $0.10 (total value $1). Winnings from all free spins are credited to your bonus account and subject to a 100x wagering requirement and a 4x maximum conversion rate e.g., once you meet the playthrough, the maximum bonus amount that can be converted into real money from your no deposit free spins is $4. The Online Casino Welcome Bonus comes with a 40x deposit + bonus wagering requirement, so if you claim the full $500 bonus you will need to wager $49,000 before you can cash out any of the bonus or winnings from it. If you withdraw real money funds before meeting the playthrough, you forfeit any remaining bonus and bonus winnings. Different games will clear the bonus at different rates:

• 100% — online slots (see exceptions below)
• 0% — blackjack, roulette and the full list can be found in the T&Cs.

The no deposit free spins, plus the 50 free spins on Starburst, add some good value to what a fairly standard signup offer is otherwise. Although the playthrough is a little higher than the industry average, by making the minimum deposits at each stage most players should be able to clear the bonus, so overall this is a signup offer that is worth considering.

Casino Games

You can play an excellent range of more than 600 online slots and casino games at The Online Casino, with games by Microgaming, Red Tiger, Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, IGT, Yggdrasil, Scientific Games, Bet Digital, Big Time Gaming, Blueprint Gaming, Core Gaming, ELK Studios, Evolution Gaming, Extreme Live Gaming, Eyecon, Foxium, Gamevy, GM Rising, Iron Dog Studio, IWG, Lightning Box Games, Merkur, NextGen Gaming, NYX Gaming and Realistic Games. There are also slots that are exclusive to Nektan casinos. As the online slots here are by so many different producers, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to game styles and themes. There are plenty of newly released slot games to explore, or you can play the best-known video slots like Starburst, Gonzo’s Quest, Thunderstruck (1 & 2), Immortal Romance, Doctor Love, Easter Island, Flowers and Fruit Shop. There is also an excellent selection of video themed slots, where the inspiration comes from the worlds of film, TV and music, with titles like Game of Thrones, Motorhead, Psycho, Guns N’ Roses, Jimi Hendrix, Anchorman, Planet of the Apes and Tomb Raider: Secret of the Sword. The Online Casino also features progressive jackpot slots from Microgaming, NetEnt and Blueprint Gaming, so you can play big money games like Mega Moolah, Treasure Nile, Paws of Fury, Vikings of Fortune, Worms Reloaded and Genie Jackpots. If you like playing live dealer games, there is a large selection of NetEnt and Evolution Gaming games to choose from, including several different versions of blackjack, roulette and baccarat, as well as table poker games, Football Studio, Dream Catcher and Dragon Tiger. Games at The Online Casino are all Instant Play and so you can play in your browser without any casino software, and this also gives you the chance to check out most games as free slots when you play in DEMO mode.

Mobile

The Online Casino mobile casino has a very contemporary, eye-catching design and UI, which are combined with some useful search and sort features so that it is a very easy site to navigate and use. There is an excellent selection of more than 500 mobile slots, progressive jackpot slots and live dealer games, and so you have outstanding gaming options no matter where you play. The mobile slots and casino games are all HTML5 and so no casino app is required to access the site on any sort of mobile device, including Android smartphones and tablets, Apple iPhone and iPad, or phones on other operating systems like Blackberry and Windows.

Promotions

The Online Casino has seasonal, themed promotions during major holidays like Christmas and New Year, as well as regular, ongoing promotions that you can take advantage of. These include Booster Bonus 10, where your deposits on selected days get a 10% match bonus up to $200, or Booster Bonus 50, where you can pick up 50% deposit matches up to the value of $100. You can also take part in Winning Wednesdays, where if you make a deposit and play selected slots on any Wednesday, you get a 15% payout boost on your winnings, up to the value of $25. Check the Promotions page regularly to stay in touch with the latest offers.

Customer Support

• Live chat: Yes
• Email: theonlinecasino.support@nektanmail.com
• FAQ pages: Yes

Banking

Player accounts at The Online Casino can be operated in NZD and there are a limited number of payment method available. These include Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards, Neteller, Skrill, Trustly and PaySafe Card. The minimum deposit amount is $5, while the minimum withdrawal is $10. There are no fees attached to using any of these payment methods. All deposits clear and can be played with instantly. When you make a withdrawal request, there is a processing period which can take up to 72 hours (however, you can cancel your request during this time). Once processing is complete, funds are released on the next working day, although you may have to wait a further 3 to 5 workings days for funds to clear if you are withdrawing to a debit/credit card or via bank transfer.

Conclusion

The Online Casino offers a high-quality gaming experience, both in terms of the look and functionality of the site, but also the number and range of games. With slots in all categories by the best producers, all playing styles are covered, and the mobile casino means that you can enjoy your favourite games on all of your devices. While the Welcome Bonus isn’t great, it stacks up pretty well against other comparable deals, especially as it includes no deposit free spins just for registering for an account. Overall, we like how The Online Casino is run and what it has to offer, and so we have no hesitation in recommending it as part of our selection of the best NZ online casinos. [ckbanner id='79655']

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