How to avoid the "traps" of high vager bonuses
1. Understanding the wager
Wagering requirement - a multiplier by which you need to multiply the amount of the bonus (and sometimes deposit) in order to withdraw the winnings. For example, a bonus of €50 with a vager × 30 will require you to win back €1,500 (50 × 30).
2. Evaluation of bonus conditions
1. Vager: aim for × 10- × 20. Anything above × 25 becomes risky for the average player.
2. Minimum rate: if it is higher than 1-2% of the deposit, it will be able to increase the total amount of wagering.
3. Restrictions on games: popular slots give a score of 100%, and board games sometimes - 10-20%. Consider this when calculating.
4. Play time: A short period (7 days) with a high vager can make you play too fast and emotionally.
3. Calculation of the real amount of wagering
1. Bonus amount (B): the size of the freespins or interest on the deposit.
2. Additional deposit (D): If the wager applies to a bonus + deposit.
3. Final volume (V):
where W is the wager multiplier.
4. Example: B = €50, D = €50, W = × 30 → V = (50 + 50) × 30 = €3,000.
4. Choosing a safe bonus
A low vager (× 10- × 15) provides a real output capability.
A long period (14-30 days) gives flexibility in scheduling sessions.
A high percentage for slots (> 90%) reduces the required amount of bets.
5. Wagering strategy
1. Schedule sessions: break the total volume V into equal parts (for example, 5-7 sessions) to avoid "marathons."
2. Rate control: stick to max bet no more than 1-2% of the estimated deposit as part of the wagering.
3. Game Selection: Give preference to slots with high RTP and full bonus offset.
4. Time limits and pauses: do not stretch the session longer than 30-45 minutes without interruption.
6. Preventing overspending
Do not chase the last euro: if you did not manage to win back the planned volume on the day, transfer the rest to the next; do not top up over.
Hard limits: set deposit and loss limits before activating the bonus.
Cold head: Any desire to increase rates for fear of losing a bonus is a reason to time out and reconsider your strategy.
7. Conclusion
You can avoid the "traps" of bonuses with a high vager only by soberly assessing the conditions, calculating the real amount of wagering, choosing adequate multipliers and strictly following the plan: distribute V into small sessions, use limits and pause. So the bonus will become an instrument of benefit, and not a source of unnecessary losses.
Wagering requirement - a multiplier by which you need to multiply the amount of the bonus (and sometimes deposit) in order to withdraw the winnings. For example, a bonus of €50 with a vager × 30 will require you to win back €1,500 (50 × 30).
2. Evaluation of bonus conditions
1. Vager: aim for × 10- × 20. Anything above × 25 becomes risky for the average player.
2. Minimum rate: if it is higher than 1-2% of the deposit, it will be able to increase the total amount of wagering.
3. Restrictions on games: popular slots give a score of 100%, and board games sometimes - 10-20%. Consider this when calculating.
4. Play time: A short period (7 days) with a high vager can make you play too fast and emotionally.
3. Calculation of the real amount of wagering
1. Bonus amount (B): the size of the freespins or interest on the deposit.
2. Additional deposit (D): If the wager applies to a bonus + deposit.
3. Final volume (V):
- $$
- V = (B + D) imes W
- $$
where W is the wager multiplier.
4. Example: B = €50, D = €50, W = × 30 → V = (50 + 50) × 30 = €3,000.
4. Choosing a safe bonus
A low vager (× 10- × 15) provides a real output capability.
A long period (14-30 days) gives flexibility in scheduling sessions.
A high percentage for slots (> 90%) reduces the required amount of bets.
5. Wagering strategy
1. Schedule sessions: break the total volume V into equal parts (for example, 5-7 sessions) to avoid "marathons."
2. Rate control: stick to max bet no more than 1-2% of the estimated deposit as part of the wagering.
3. Game Selection: Give preference to slots with high RTP and full bonus offset.
4. Time limits and pauses: do not stretch the session longer than 30-45 minutes without interruption.
6. Preventing overspending
Do not chase the last euro: if you did not manage to win back the planned volume on the day, transfer the rest to the next; do not top up over.
Hard limits: set deposit and loss limits before activating the bonus.
Cold head: Any desire to increase rates for fear of losing a bonus is a reason to time out and reconsider your strategy.
7. Conclusion
You can avoid the "traps" of bonuses with a high vager only by soberly assessing the conditions, calculating the real amount of wagering, choosing adequate multipliers and strictly following the plan: distribute V into small sessions, use limits and pause. So the bonus will become an instrument of benefit, and not a source of unnecessary losses.
