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In 2019 we saw the growth of daily jackpot slots games across many UK casino apps. These are slots games that have either a set or progressive jackpot that MUST be won by a set time that day. – usually, 11 PM or Midnight These have grown into a really popular game very quickly. These are different from standard jackpot slots as they have a set time for the prize to be won, whereas the progressive jackpots can go for weeks or months before they are won. Here we will cover which casinos have them available, how many are on offer and what is the biggest prize available.

What apps have daily jackpots?

Here are all the licensed UK casino apps with daily jackpot slots –

App	Daily Jackpots?	Exclusive?	Shared?	See Jackpots
	Yes	10	10+
	Yes	2	10+
	Yes	1	15+
	Yes	1	15+
	Yes	0	15+
	Yes	0	15+
	No	0	0
	No	0	0
	No	0	0

Some of these companies offer bonuses as a new customer but in general, these do not apply to daily jackpot slots.

Types of daily jackpot slots

These slots come in different forms depending on the provider of the software. Some are exclusive to that specific company, while others are combined across multiple providers. The multiple provider’s options are the same as the standard progressive slots where someone will with the prize but they could be on any platform anywhere in the world.

Current slots on offers

• Monster jackpot – can be won at any time with any stake on any daily jackpot game. This type of jackpot usually is across multiple slots and across multiple platforms and can be in the range of £250,000 – £500,000.
• Cash booster jackpot – will drop through the day before it reaches a set amount, for example, “Must drop before it hits £2,000.
• Daily jackpot slot – A standard slot game where the jackpot must be won on that game before a set time that evening. These are usually tagged as “Exclusive” if they are just for that specific provider.

There is also a trend for a single daily jackpot across multiple slots. This means that someone playing on any of those slots can win the jackpot at any time that day. This does usually means that there is a bigger jackpot on offer but it spreads the chance of you catching it. We do prefer when it is one jackpot for one game and you know that it will drop on that game specifically.

Slots on offer from each app

Here is a quick guide to what’s on offer from each company.

Paddy Power & Betfair daily jackpot slots

Paddy Power and Betfair are a combined global gambling company (Flutter entertainments). Their casino platform looks identical so we will cover their slots in the same review. Their offers do vary so it is worth checking out both but in terms of jackpots on offer, there is no noticeable difference.

Paddy Power has one “exclusive” game although this does seem to be shared with Betfair as they are all under the same PLC. This game is Aztec spins and is a multi-reel slot. You can play from 10p  a spin and it has a turbo mode for faster play.

There is also a selected jackpot that is across all slots that have to drop before it reaches a set amount, this is usually £2,000. This can be won from any slot and again appears to be across both Betfair.

Then there is the BIG daily jackpot which is across all slots from the provider. This is a large amount but there is no guarantee that someone on either of these companies will win it so please bear that in mind when playing.

FAQs

How do you win daily jackpots?

There is no easy way to win the jackpots like all slots games they are based on the luck of the spin.

There are ways which appear to improve your chances though – like being logged on and playing the game as the jackpot is about to be hit. This does not mean you will win the jackpot though as there will be lots of other players playing at the same time, especially if it is minutes from the deadline. Make sure in these circumstances that you bet within your means and gamble responsibly.

What is the best daily jackpot slots game?

Our personal favourite is Aztec spins on Betfair/ Paddy Power.

We always like the exclusive games and this is a quality slot from a great provider. It plays really well on the Betfair Arcade app or Paddy Power casino app. (It can be found on the Paddy Power Games app too).

Casino industry trends shift over time, and all aspects of gaming will evolve in some way. That goes for casino bonuses too, and we have seen some shift in the way they are offered and advertised.

For a start, you will see that some the authorities in some countries like New Zealand have put pressure on online casinos to be clearer and more transparent in how casino bonuses and their terms are marketed. A new regulation goes into effect there from 1^st August 2019, which will require terms and conditions to be understandable to a member of the general public. You might expect other countries to adopt similar rules soon.

In saying that, the casino industry in places like the UK is so competitive that the market often self regulates on theses issues. Bonuses are certainly clearer than they were a few years ago, and often the main terms and conditions are laid out clearly on the advertising banner. If you are not clear about what we mean by terms and conditions, there are five main areas:

• Wagering Requirements – how many times a bonus must be wagered before it becomes real, withdrawable cash.
• Maximum Win Caps – there could potentially be a limit to the amount you can win with a bonus.
• Expiration – the time allotted to wager a bonus.
• Exclusions – the games (if any) that are excluded from the bonus.
• Bet Limits – restrictions on the size of a wager.

By and large these days, you can find that information easily if you get your bonus directly from an official casino. Review sites like this one help spell things out clearly, but casinos themselves – certainly the top casinos – have been pretty clear in recent times, arguably taking on board what customers have been saying. That’s the competition in the market at work, with rival operators raising their game lest they get left behind.

Clear Bonus Terms Essential

A good example of how this works is with the Casino.com UK welcome bonus. On the bonus page, the casino lays out the ‘significant terms’ for the welcome package, which includes 20 no-deposit free spins, 180 free spins and a matched deposit bonus. Every important stipulation is laid out and readable at glance. You can read the full Android app review from Casino-apps by clicking here.

Strategy for using a casino bonus hasn’t really changed that much in recent years. Casino players will have their own tactics, based on their goals and ambitions. For example, some will play low variance slot machines in the hope of sustaining the bonus balance, and then moving on once the requirements have been made. Others will favour the nuclear approach, playing high stakes and volatile slots in the hope of landing a huge win.

It should be noted that many casinos are now tailoring bonuses towards live dealer casinos. This is a much-needed development, as many traditional bonuses were either excluded or not quite suitable for live dealer games. You will see offers like ‘Golden Chips’ and cashback available for live roulette, blackjack and so on.

All in all, casino bonuses are in a fairly healthy state in 2019. The industry is keeping an eye on developments from governments and regulatory bodies, where there are always voices looking to hamstring the marketing side of the industry. For the moment, however, you can enjoy some really good offers out there with very clear stipulations.