Free spins Live data · 13 Nov 2026
Free spins at new casinos, and what they are worth
Free spins are the most common launch offer at new casinos. Their value is easy to work out: number of spins × value per spin × the slot's RTP gives the average winnings, before wagering.
Wagering on those winnings and a cap on cash-outs then decide how much you can keep. Spins without wagering are worth their full average value.
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- Offers as stated by each casino
- Spin maths you can check
By Tendai Moyo | Updated 13 Nov 2026
Short answer
How much are free spins worth?
On average, spins × spin value × RTP. 100 spins at $0.10 on a 96% slot win about $9.60. With 40x wagering on those winnings you must bet about $384 more, which costs about $15 on average, so most players finish with nothing. Without wagering you keep the $9.60 on average.
Worksheet
What a no-deposit offer is worth after wagering
Set the spins, their value and the wagering on spin winnings from the offer. The result is what the average player has left after wagering.
What is a no-deposit offer worth?
Worksheet100 spins at $0.10 win about $9.60 on average. Wagering that 40 times means betting $384.00, which costs about $15.36; on average $0.00 is left to cash out.
Average over many players · terms vary by casino| Spins | Wagering | Average winnings | To wager | Expected cost | Expected cash-out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 × $0.20 | None | $9.60 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.60 |
| 50 × $0.20 | 20x | $9.60 | $192.00 | $7.68 | $1.92 |
| 100 × $0.10 | 40x | $9.60 | $384.00 | $15.36 | $0.00 |
| 200 × $0.10 | 35x | $19.20 | $672.00 | $26.88 | $0.00 |
Worked examples at 96% RTP; example terms, not a casino's offer.
Read before you claim
Terms that decide what a bonus is worth
How often you bet it
The number of times the bonus, sometimes plus deposit, must be bet before it turns into cash. 35x on a $50 bonus means $1,750 of bets.
Stake cap
Most offers cap each bet while wagering runs, often around $5. One larger bet can cost you the bonus and its winnings.
What counts
Slots usually count in full; table and live games often 10% or less. Low contribution multiplies the real wagering.
Win limit
Some offers, especially free spins and no deposit deals, cap what you can cash out from bonus winnings.
In depth
Types of free spins
| Type | How you get it | Usual terms |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome spins | With the first deposit or spread over days | Wagering on winnings |
| No deposit spins | At sign-up | Wagering plus a low cash-out cap |
| Reload spins | Weekly or with later deposits | Often lower wagering |
| No wagering spins | Selected promotions | Winnings paid as cash, sometimes capped |
Using free spins well
- Check which slot the spins are on and its RTP.
- Use them before they expire; some last only 24 hours.
- Keep within the max bet while wagering the winnings.
- Do not deposit with an excluded method if the spins come with a deposit.
See our no deposit bonus page for spins without a deposit, and no wagering bonuses for spins paid as cash.
Questions
Free spins: questions
What is a free spins bonus?
A set number of spins on chosen slots, paid for by the casino. Winnings usually carry wagering.
How do free spins work for players in Zimbabwe?
As anywhere: you claim them at sign-up or deposit, play them on the named slot, then meet the wagering on winnings before cashing out.
Who can claim free spins?
New players aged 18+ from eligible countries, once per person. Check the country list in the terms.
What is the value of one free spin?
The stake it is played at, often $0.10 to $0.20. The average return is that stake times the slot's RTP.
Can I choose the slot?
Usually not. Spins are tied to one or a few slots named in the offer.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun
These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.
Adults only, everywhere
You must be 18 or older, and older in some countries. A casino can ask for ID before your first withdrawal, and new casinos often do.
Responsible gamingStart small with an unknown casino
Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
How we review new casinosSet limits before the welcome offer
Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.
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