Key takeaways
- Wagering = how many times you must bet a bonus before you can withdraw it.
- Lower is better: 1×–10× is excellent, 35×–40× is the common market standard.
- Free-spin winnings usually carry their own, higher wagering.
A welcome bonus can look generous and still be worthless if the wagering requirement is too high. This is the number that decides whether you’ll ever actually withdraw that bonus — so it’s the first thing to check.
What it actually means
A wagering requirement (sometimes “playthrough”) is how many times you must bet the bonus amount before the winnings become withdrawable. A ₱1,000 bonus with 40× wagering means you must place ₱40,000 in bets first.
How to calculate it
Multiply the bonus by the requirement:
Bonus × wagering = total you must bet. ₱1,000 × 40 = ₱40,000 in wagers.
If free spins are included, their winnings often carry a separate (higher) requirement — read that line carefully.
What counts as good
At or below 10× is excellent and rare. The common market standard is 35×–40×. Above that, the bonus is mostly marketing. We always favour a transparent, low-wagering offer over a big headline number with brutal terms.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good wagering requirement?
Anything at or below 10× is player-friendly. The market standard is 35×–40×, which is workable but eats into the bonus's real value.
Does every game count the same toward wagering?
No. Slots usually count 100%, while table games and live dealer often count 10% or less. Always check the game weighting in the terms.
