Wagering requirements: how to calculate the rollover
Wagering, also called rollover or playthrough, is the amount you must stake before bonus money becomes cash you can withdraw. It is the centre of every bonus, and it is where most misunderstandings start. This guide explains the formula, the variables that change it and the quick checks that show whether an offer suits the way you play. The exact multiplier and rules that apply to your account are in the promotion terms, so check the promotion terms in your account before using any figure.
The basic formula
The target is the multiplier times the base. The base is either the bonus alone or the bonus plus the qualifying deposit. That one word makes a large difference.
| Base | Formula | Example result |
|---|---|---|
| Bonus only | multiplier × bonus | 30 × 100 = 3,000 units |
| Bonus plus deposit | multiplier × (bonus + deposit) | 30 × 200 = 6,000 units |
The figures in the table are an illustrative example, not a Savaspin condition. They show why the base matters: the same multiplier can mean twice the play.
Game weighting changes the real target
Each bet counts towards wagering according to the weighting of the game. When a slot counts in full, a stake of 1 unit reduces the target by 1 unit. When a table game counts at a tenth, the same stake reduces it by only a tenth. In the example above, a target of 3,000 units on a game weighted at 10 percent would need 30,000 units of real stakes (illustrative example, not a Savaspin condition). Some games are excluded completely, and bets on them do not count at all; in some terms they can even void the bonus. The weighting table is usually part of the general bonus terms.
Bet caps and the pace of play
A maximum bet per spin or per round protects the casino from players clearing wagering with a few large stakes. If the cap is 5 units, a spin of 6 units may be enough for the bonus and its winnings to be removed (illustrative example, not a Savaspin condition). Some terms apply the cap to each round of a feature as well, and many exclude buying features while a bonus is active. Keep the stake comfortably under the cap and turn off any auto-play setting that might raise it.
Deadlines: two clocks
There are usually two periods. The first is for claiming or activating the offer after the qualifying deposit. The second is for completing the wagering once the bonus is credited. If the second clock runs out, the remaining bonus balance and the winnings linked to it are normally removed. Dividing the target by the days available gives a daily stake that tells you at once whether the offer is realistic for your budget.
How to check your progress
Most accounts show a wagering bar or a remaining amount in the bonus section. If the figure looks wrong, compare it with the weighting table: a session on a partly weighted game moves the bar more slowly than the stakes suggest. Keep a short note of deposit, bonus, target and deadline when you accept an offer, so you can raise a precise question with support if something does not add up.
Quick decision checklist
- Write down the base, the multiplier and the target in units.
- Check the weighting of the games you actually intend to play.
- Compare the bet cap with the stake you normally use.
- Divide the target by the days available.
- If any answer feels uncomfortable, decline the bonus and play with cash. Our bonus terms guide explains the clauses around these steps.