Surf Casino review
The review says Surf Casino is operated by Dama N.V., a group that also runs multiple casinos. Its SoftSwiss platform regularly adds providers and games. The casino is described as a hybrid platform: some games accept crypto bets, while all games accept foreign currencies.
Casino Ideal offers slots and live dealer games from a range of developers. Its progressive jackpot selection stands out, with a catalogue the reviewers describe as one of the largest they had seen.
Features
Casino Ideal brings a sun-soaked beach feel to its bright online casino. Players in colder regions can enjoy the tropical look year-round. Use the provider checkboxes to filter the catalogue and the menu options to sort by game type. Browse casino games using these filters.
Highlights
- A wide selection of progressive jackpot slots
- More than 3,000 video slots and table games
- Quick cash-outs,
- A high maximum withdrawal limit
- Several live dealer providers
- Slot races and a weekly lottery
Potential drawbacks
- No live dealer bonus offers listed
- No clearly identified VIP programme
- Virtual table games can be difficult to find
Casino Ideal at a glance
| Online | Since 2017 |
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| Licence |
| Software | |
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| Owner | Dama N.V |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
| Restricted countries | |
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| Currencies | EUR, USD, RUB, AUD, CAD, NZD, UAH, KZT, ETH, BTC, LTC, BCH, DOGE, USDT |
| Language | |
| Support | Live chat, email |
| Contact | [email protected] |
DEPOSITS & WITHDRAWALS
| Deposit methods | |
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| Minimum deposit | 10 EUR/10 USD/15 AUD/15 CAD/15 NZD/500 RUB/0.0001 BTC/0.01 ETH/0.01 LTC/0.001 BCH |
| Minimum withdrawal | 20 EUR/20 USD/30 AUD/30 CAD/30 NZD/1500 RUB |
| Withdrawal limits | Maximum withdrawal: 5000 EUR per week and 50000 EUR per month, or the equivalent in another currency |
| Payout timeframes | eWallets: 1 to 2 hours, Bank Transfer: 1-5 Banking Days, VISA/MasterCard: 1-5 Banking Days, Crypto: Instant |
History
Surf Casino opened in 2017 under Dama N.V. The company runs more than 2 dozen online casinos, among them BitStarz, BetChan, Slotwolf Casino and Slotum.
Licensing, security and fair play
Dama N.V. uses a Curaçao eGaming licence for its online casinos. Surf Casino is said to display an ‘Antillephone License Validation’ emblem that can be clicked to view Dama N.V.’s licence and Licence No. 8048/JAZ. The review describes this authority as requiring games to pass a GLI test. It also notes that almost every casino software provider available there holds an MGA and/or UKGC licence after satisfying those authorities’ testing requirements. The review regards the SoftSwiss platform as trustworthy, but that alone does not prove there is no risk of being defrauded.
Bonuses and promotions
The main menu calls its Promotions section ‘Get Our Treasures’. It’s a fitting introduction to the range of promotional offers described at Surf Casino.
Standard welcome bonus
Like many online casinos, Surf Casino welcomes new players with a welcome bonus. The offer is spread across the first 4 deposits, totalling €1000 + 200 free spins.
- 1st deposit: Receive 100% up to €300 plus 50 free spins (30x wagering on the deposit bonus). Minimum deposit: 20 USD, 20 EUR, 30 CAD, 30 AUD, 30NZD
- 2nd deposit: Receive 50% up to €200 plus 50 free spins (20x wagering on the deposit bonus). Minimum deposit: 20 USD, 20 EUR, 30 CAD, 30 AUD, 30NZD
- 3rd deposit: Receive 50% up to €200 plus 50 free spins (20x wagering on the deposit bonus). Minimum deposit: 40 USD, 40 EUR, 60 CAD, 60 AUD, 60NZD
- 4th deposit: Receive 100% up to €300 plus 50 free spins (30x wagering on the deposit bonus). Minimum deposit: 40 USD, 40 EUR, 60 CAD, 60 AUD, 60 NZD
Winnings from free spins and bets placed while a bonus is active are credited to the bonus balance, and the wagering requirements apply. The bonus is for video slots only; jackpot slots are excluded. Some slots contribute 0% but can still be played with bonus funds. Check the ‘Bonus Terms’ in the T&Cs to avoid games with a 0% contribution.
The maximum bet while a bonus is active is 5 EUR/5 USD/5 AUD/5 CAD/5 NZD/5 RUB; any amount above this will not count toward the wagering requirements. Each welcome bonus has a 30-day play-through period.
Other bonuses
Evan Carrington’s Casino Ideal review of Surf Casino covers the first 4 deposit-match and free-spin offers, as well as additional promotions. A deposit may come with free spins, and further match bonus funds are offered through reload bonus deals on Wednesdays and Fridays. Other promotions include slot races with leaderboard prizes and a weekly lottery.
Payment methods
The listed currencies for deposits, account balances and gameplay are EUR, USD, RUB, AUD, CAD, NZD, UAH, KZT, ETH, BTC, LTC, BCH, DOGE and USDT.
VISA is unavailable to customers in the USA, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore. Mastercard is listed as unavailable in Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey.
Depositing
Deposits are free and credited instantly. Apart from the countries listed above, payment options include VISA and Mastercard credit or debit cards and Maestro debit cards. E-wallets and other listed options are Neteller, Skrill, ecoPayz, ecoVoucher, Purple Pay, Siru, MuchBetter, MiFinity, Sticpay, AstroPay Direct, AstroPay Direct, CoinsPaid, Bitcoin Wallet, Litecoin Wallet, Ethereum Wallet, Dogecoin Wallet and Tether Wallet. The minimum deposit is 10 EUR/10 USD/15 AUD/15 CAD/15 NZD/500 RUB/0.0001 BTC/0.01 ETH/0.01 LTC/0.001 BCH.
Withdrawals and cash-outs
Withdrawal limits are 5000 EUR per week or 50,000 EUR per month, with equivalent limits in other currencies. Processing time depends on the payment method, and withdrawals are free. Crypto withdrawals are listed as instant, subject to network fees; e-wallets take 0 to 2 days, while bank cards or transfers take 1 to 5 days. The Surf Casino payments page reportedly allows withdrawals through any deposit method listed above except Siru.
Games Available
After logging in, the Surf Casino homepage shows ‘All Games’, ‘Jackpots’, ‘Bonus Buy’, ‘Crypto’, ‘Slots’ and ‘Live’ categories. The main catalogue can also be sorted into ‘New Games’ and ‘Most Popular Games’. A ‘Find a Game’ search tool and a ‘Sort By’ option are available too.
Casino software providers
Use the provider filter to narrow the catalogue by choosing a company from the checkbox list. The options recorded when the review was written were Amatic, Belatra , BGaming, BigTimeGaming, Blueprint, EGT, ELK, Endorphina, Evolution, Hacksaw, Merkur, NetEnt, Nolimit, Platipus, Play'n GO, Playtech, Pragmatic Play, Pragmatic Play Live, Push Gaming, Quickfire, Quickspin, RedRake, Relax Gaming, Thunderkick and Yggdrasil.
Slots
Slot libraries can look much alike at casinos using the same software providers. The review highlights Surf Casino’s extensive progressive jackpot category, featuring 100s of jackpot games.
- Microgaming: Examples include Mega Moolah, WowPot slots, Cash Splash, Treasure Nile and Major Millions. Immortal Romance Mega Moolah is a particular title to look out for.
- Quickfire: The range includes Tiki Reward, Santa Wild, Lara Croft and more. Microgaming jackpot titles are grouped under the Quickfire filter.
- Playtech: The catalogue features Age of the Gods jackpot slots and Fire Blaze Jackpot titles, along with favourites such as Jackpot Giant and Gladiator Road to Rome.
- NetEnt: Titles mentioned include Divine Fortune, Mercy of the Gods, Irish Pot Luck, Imperial Riches and Mega Joker, described as the slot with the highest RTP in iGaming.
- More major providers: Jackpot games from Belatra, EGT, ELK, Platipus, Play'n GO, Pragmatic Play, Quickspin, Relax Gaming and Yggdrasil are also listed.
Table games
Virtual table games can take some digging to find at Surf Casino, where live play appears to get more prominence. Search ‘First Person’ to bring up Evolution’s RNG titles. The 3D virtual-studio games include Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, Dragon Tiger, Dream Catcher, Mega Ball, Top Card and Baccarat.
Live casino
Surf Casino’s Live Casino features what the review calls the leading 3 live dealer platforms in iGaming: Pragmatic Play Live, Playtech and Evolution. The review reports more than 100 live dealer games, including blackjack, baccarat, roulette, poker, dragon tiger and sic-bo variants, as well as live craps. It also names 6 popular wheel-of-fortune shows: Dream Catcher, Crazy Time, Monopoly Live, Adventures Beyond Wonderland, Spin A Win and Mega Wheel.
Mobile play
Every game is playable on mobile, including live dealer titles. Access the casino through a mobile browser; the description does not mention an app download. For quicker access, bookmark the casino URL or add a homepage shortcut to your device’s home screen.
Customer support
Surf Casino uses SoftSwiss’s casino aggregator platform and is connected to a 24/7 support centre. The service was shortlisted for ‘Best Customer Service’ at the 2021 EGR B2B Awards 2021. Support options include ‘Live Chat’ and ‘Email’. The ‘FAQ’ and ‘Terms & Conditions’ sections are also described as well organised and useful.
Conclusion
Surf Casino may suit slot players who enjoy slot races and bonus offers. Its catalogue includes more than 100 progressive jackpot titles from Microgaming, NetEnt and Playtech. The virtual table-game selection is described as limited, which may disappoint players who prefer those games. Live casino fares better in the assessment, with the big 3 live casino software developers supplying more than 100 live dealer titles.
