BitStarz

BitStarz Review

Average rating4.3/5

BitStarz crypto casino launched in 2014 and is one of the first crypto casinos online. Today BitStarz is one of the largest operators on the market and works as a multi-currency casino that accepts both cryptocurrency and fiat.

The casino holds a Curaçao license issued by the CGA and is operated by the company Gareton B.V.

There are over 7,000 slots to play according to the casino, of which more than 400 use provably fair technology.

New players can claim up to 5 BTC + 180 free spins split across the first four deposits. You can also claim 20 free spins when you register, with no deposit required.

In this review we go through everything BitStarz offers and give our overall rating.

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Jonas Lindén
Written byJonas Lindén
Thomas Marsden
Reviewed byThomas Marsden
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Quick answer

BitStarz launched in 2014 and is one of the most established crypto casinos, operated by Gareton B.V. with a Curaçao license. It is a multi-currency casino that takes both crypto and fiat, with over 7,000 games, 400+ provably fair games and a welcome bonus of up to 5 BTC + 180 free spins. It has no sportsbook, and some games are geo-blocked in certain regions.

Pros
  • Crypto and fiat currency
  • 20 free spins with no deposit
  • Fast withdrawals within 10 minutes

Payment methods

Avalanche
Avalanche
Binance Coin
Binance Coin
Bitcoin
Bitcoin
Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin Cash
Cardano
Cardano
Chainlink
Chainlink
Dai
Dai
Dash
Dash

Available games

BaccaratBaccarat
BlackjackBlackjack
CrashCrash
DiceDice
KenoKeno
Live CasinoLive Casino
MinesweeperMinesweeper
PlinkoPlinko

Game providers

1spin4win
3 Oaks
Amatic
AvatarUX
Belatra
Betsoft Gaming
BGaming
Booming Games

Languages

ChineseChineseEnglishEnglishJapaneseJapaneseRussianRussian

Bonuses

When you register with BitStarz you get 20 free spins with no deposit required. To activate these free spins you need to verify your email address. The most you can withdraw is €100, provided you clear the 40x wagering requirement.

The BitStarz welcome bonus is split across your first four deposits. Here is how it works:

First deposit: 100% up to 1 BTC + 180 free spins (20 free spins per day) Second deposit: 50% up to 1 BTC Third deposit: 50% up to 2 BTC Fourth deposit: 100% up to 1 BTC

The minimum deposit to activate the bonus is €20. The 180 free spins from the first deposit are released as 20 spins per day. The wagering requirement for the bonus and free spins is 40x, and the maximum bet while playing with bonus funds is €5.

Other bonuses

  • Piggzy Mania: Activated on a deposit of at least €44. Collect value as you play casino games and unlock cash with a 1x wagering requirement.
  • Bonuz Mania: Activated on a deposit of at least €44. Get 3 Bonuz Mania spins where you can win jackpots, free cash, cashback and more.
  • Telegram tournaments: Visit the BitStarz Telegram channel to join tournaments with bonus prizes.
  • Monday Reload Bonus: 50% deposit bonus on Mondays.
  • Wednesday Free Spins: Get free spins on deposits made on Wednesdays.

Look and feel

BitStarz offers a casino with a modern, dark design where the game library is the main focus. The homepage is filled with casino games arranged into categories.

Registering with BitStarz requires an email address, password, home address, year of birth and phone number.

The site has plenty of menu options but still feels easy to navigate, with sections like casino, live casino, promotions, tournaments and the VIP program easy to find, whether you play on desktop or mobile.

The search function at the top of the site works very well. There are many filtering options, and it is easy to sort games by popularity, category and studio.

The mobile version creates a good playing experience where everything runs smoothly with short loading times. We tested BitStarz on PC, iPhone 17 and Galaxy Tab.

Our rating for design and user experience is 4 out of 5. It may not be the most unique design on the market, but everything works as it should and it is easy to find what you are looking for.

Games

According to BitStarz, the site offers over 7000 casino games from more than 60 different studios. When we tested the casino ourselves, we could access roughly 2,950 games, with small variations depending on the VPN region we tested from.

According to the terms, using a VPN is forbidden to access geo-blocked games. According to live chat, a VPN is generally allowed, but not for reaching geo-blocked games or claiming bonuses meant for specific markets.

Below you can see the game selection we could access during testing.

Total games available: 2,950

StudioGames
Originals15
Jacks26
Platipus170
BGaming248
Booming Games219
NetGame Entertainment102
Popiplay78
Belatra101
1spin4win201
Novomatic108
Betsoft Gaming184
Gamzix48
Evoplay184
AvatarUX78
Lucky84
CT Gaming113
Mascot134
Quickfire8
3 Oaks Gaming75
Gamebeat50
Nucleus Gaming16
Lucky Streak4
Claw Buster65
Golden Hero13
Onlyplay108
Plati+8
Mancala Gaming52
WIN FAST9
NetGaming20
FUGASO26
Gaming Corps55
SmartSoft Gaming24
TrueLab Games46
Zillion73
Playtech1
Slotopia35
Amatic169

Games are easy to find, with various sorting and filtering options. You can search for specific games and browse by studio and game category.

Live casino

When we tested the live casino we could only choose from 12 games, such as European Roulette, Blackjack, Roulette French and Baccarat live.

BitStarz has a large live casino selection, but most of the games appear to be geo-blocked in many regions.

Provably Fair

The casino has a dedicated section for provably fair games with over 400 slots to choose from, which makes BitStarz the casino with the most games of this type we have ever come across.

Provably fair technology lets you, as a player, verify each round to confirm a fair result. Through cryptography you can be confident the casino has not manipulated the outcome of a round and that the RTP (return to player) shown is accurate.

Examples of provably fair games:

  • Coin Flip
  • Blackjack
  • Plinko
  • Crash
  • Keno
  • Dice
  • Mines
  • Tower

Licenses

BitStarz is operated by Gareton B.V., which is registered in Curaçao. The casino's license is issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) under the LOK framework.

At registration you provide personal details such as address, year of birth and contact information, but you do not have to verify yourself with documents through KYC at this stage. Because the casino is licensed in Curaçao and offers transactions in both crypto and fiat, you may be asked to complete verification at a later point, for example before a larger withdrawal.

When you play at BitStarz you do not have the consumer protections of an EU-licensed operator. The casino is not regulated to the same standard as a license from a strict regulator like the MGA, which can make it harder to get help from an authority if you end up in a dispute with the casino.

That said, a Curaçao license is the most common framework for crypto casinos, and the new LOK rules introduced tighter requirements on operators. Much of that oversight focuses on anti-money-laundering rather than the player-protection standards you find under EU regulators.

Do I need to pay tax on winnings from BitStarz?

Tax rules for gambling winnings vary by country and by your tax residency. Some places treat winnings as tax-free, while others tax them at flat rates or as ordinary income.

Crypto winnings can also be a separate taxable event when you convert them to fiat. For the general picture, see our guide to tax on winnings.

Popularity and player reviews

BitStarz has a Trustpilot profile with a score of 4.3/5, based on 5253 reviews. BitStarz has replied to 96% of reviews, with an average response time of 1 week.

There is also a BitStarz profile on AskGamblers with a score of 8.8/10 based on 628 reviews.

We have read through many player reviews and see that players often highlight the large game selection, fast deposits and withdrawals, and the customer support as strengths.

On the negative side, there is criticism of the verification process and of withdrawals that drag out, especially for larger wins.

Security and responsible gambling

In your player profile you can change your password, enable two-factor authentication, verify your phone number, choose a security question and view active sessions. You can also close your account.

According to BitStarz, the site and player profiles are protected with advanced SSL encryption. The casino has been running since 2014 and, as far as we can see, it has never been hacked or lost customer funds through a breach.

The help section has a “Play Safe“ area with information on what players can do if they feel they are playing too much. It links to support organizations such as GamCare, GordonHouse and Gam-Anon.

BitStarz is not part of a national self-exclusion scheme like GAMSTOP or Spelpaus, since it does not hold a license in those jurisdictions. To close your account you can message live chat or do it yourself in your player profile.

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Payment methods

BitStarz accepts deposits and withdrawals in hundreds of cryptocurrencies. Supported coins include:

The list above shows the officially supported cryptocurrencies. When we opened the “deposit” screen, we could see many more available coins, such as:

  • DAI
  • Chainlink
  • Zcash
  • Sui
  • Avalanche
  • Tether Gold
  • Dexe
  • Worldcoin
  • WLFI
  • Polkadot
  • Cosmos
  • Dash
  • FET
  • + 100 more

The minimum deposit varies depending on the cryptocurrency you choose, see examples below:

  • Bitcoin (BTC): $6.22
  • Ethereum (ETH): $8.29
  • Tether (USDT): $10
  • Dogecoin (DOGE): $1.57
  • Ripple (XRP): $20

Fiat payments

BitStarz also supports fiat payments such as EUR, USD among others.

If you deposit in EUR, you can choose a standard bank transfer or “open banking”, which enables direct deposits through Revolut.

Buy crypto with fiat

You can buy cryptocurrencies directly to your player account and pay with fiat. Which payment method is available depends on the fiat currency you pay with and the cryptocurrency you want to buy. See the details below:

  • Minimum deposits vary by fiat currency
  • The minimum in EUR is €10
  • Payment services for buying crypto are TransFi and Banxa
  • Pay with Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Binance, Coinbase, Revolut and Paysafecard.

How do withdrawals work?

According to BitStarz, withdrawals are processed within 10 minutes by the casino's staff. You can make withdrawals to your crypto wallet or via a regular bank transfer.

We tested a withdrawal of 50 USDT to our crypto wallet. The payout was approved immediately (with no KYC required) and arrived in our wallet within 10 minutes.

Keep in mind that the casino can request documents to confirm your identity through KYC at any time.

Customer support

BitStarz offers customer support through live chat and email. There is also plenty of information and help in their FAQ section and help pages. You can read about everything from responsible gambling to how to buy crypto on the site.

Contact methodDetails
Live chatAvailable 24/7
Emailsupport@bitstarz.com

We opened live chat and were talking to a human agent within 2 minutes. We asked a few questions about using a VPN and got fast, helpful answers. Our rating for customer support is 4 out of 5.

A combined crypto and fiat casino with a large welcome bonus

BitStarz is a veteran of the crypto casino market and will likely suit most casino players. The welcome bonus is appealing, even if it carries a high 40x wagering requirement. On the plus side, there is no maximum cap on winnings, which crypto casinos sometimes impose.

BitStarz is not for you if you want to bet on sports, since it has no sportsbook. The game selection is not the strongest either, because using a VPN to reach geo-blocked games is forbidden.

Another plus is that BitStarz supports payments and withdrawals in both cryptocurrencies and fiat. Overall it offers a good playing experience, and it is easy to see why BitStarz has been popular for so long, with many positive player reviews.

Still, we think there may be other casinos that suit some players better, mainly when it comes to the size of the game selection. At the same time, BitStarz feels very solid and trustworthy, which is often what matters most to players.

Frequently asked questions

Is BitStarz a legit and safe casino?

Yes. When we tested BitStarz, deposits, gameplay and withdrawals all worked without problems, and the casino lands at an overall rating of 4.3/5 with us. It has been running since 2014 and is one of the biggest names in crypto casinos. On Trustpilot, BitStarz has 4.3/5 from 5253 reviews, and on AskGamblers the score is 8.8/10. Worth knowing: with a Curaçao license, player protection is weaker than at EU-licensed casinos, and the site is not covered by national self-exclusion schemes such as Spelpaus or GAMSTOP.

Does BitStarz require KYC?
BitStarz can require KYC based on requirements from its license provider. You do not need to complete KYC at registration.
How long do withdrawals take at BitStarz?
BitStarz states that it aims to pay out all winnings within 10 minutes. We were curious about this, and when we made a withdrawal the funds were in our wallet within 10 minutes.
Which cryptocurrencies does BitStarz accept?
BitStarz accepts deposits in hundreds of cryptocurrencies. Examples include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Tether, Litecoin, Solana, Bitcoin Cash and Ripple.
Is there a BitStarz app?
No, there is no BitStarz app. The casino works well in mobile browsers, though.
Does BitStarz offer a welcome bonus?
Yes, new players can claim a welcome bonus across the first four deposits, up to 5 BTC + 180 free spins with a 40x wagering requirement.

Rating breakdown

Bonus
4.5/5
Look and feel
4/5
Games
4/5
License
4.5/5
Security
4.5/5
Payments
4.5/5
Support
4/5
4.3/ 5

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Updated
Jonas Lindén
Written byJonas Lindén

Jonas tests every casino personally and evaluates the experience from the player's perspective, from registration and deposit to bonus and withdrawal.

Thomas Marsden
Reviewed byThomas Marsden

Thomas verifies content and checks terms, controls facts, and ensures information is accurate for the global crypto casino market.

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