Five UK casinos, compared on what actually matters.

Punter Folio is an independent comparison site — we don't operate casino games, hold player accounts, or receive any preferential treatment from the operators we review. Our revenue comes from affiliate commissions, which means a share of the customer value when a visitor signs up through one of our links.

That commercial arrangement doesn't shape the grades. We assess each operator against seven objective criteria: UKGC licence standing, responsible gambling tools, game range, live casino quality, mobile experience, game studio partnerships and customer support. The grading scale runs A through D — A is genuinely strong in that area, D means it's limited. Operators are assessed on publicly available information and on our own review of their platforms.

We don't cover payment methods, withdrawal timescales or bonus promotional details, which change frequently and are better checked directly on each operator's site. What we focus on is the structural quality of each platform — the things that are slower to change and more meaningful as a comparison point.

How does UKGC licensing actually protect me as a player?

When a UK operator holds a Gambling Commission licence, it's required to keep player funds separate from company funds, offer self-exclusion tools, allow you to set deposit and session limits, and participate in GamStop. If a dispute arises, the operator must use an approved alternative dispute resolution service. These aren't optional features — they're licence conditions. An unlicensed site has none of this in place.

What is GamStop and do all these operators use it?

GamStop is a free self-exclusion scheme that lets you restrict access to all participating UK-licensed gambling websites in one step. Because every site on this list holds a UKGC licence, they're all required to participate. If you register with GamStop, you won't be able to access any of them during your self-exclusion period, regardless of which one you're looking at.

Why doesn't Punter Folio include payout speeds or payment method details?

We focus on what we can compare accurately and objectively: licensing, player protection, game range, live casino quality, mobile experience and game studios. Withdrawal timescales and payment methods change frequently and depend on individual circumstances, so we leave those for each operator's own site to cover.

How are the grades on this site worked out?

Each operator is graded A through D on seven criteria: UKGC licence and player protections, responsible gambling tools, game range, live casino, mobile experience, game studios and customer support. The overall grade reflects the pattern across those areas, not a simple average. A means strong across the board; D means the offering is noticeably limited in that area.

Is Punter Folio affiliated with any of the casinos it lists?

Yes, and we say so plainly. The 'Visit site' links include affiliate tracking codes — if you sign up through one of them, we may earn a commission. That arrangement is disclosed on every page and explained in full on our Affiliate Disclosure page. Our grades and written assessments reflect our honest view of each operator, not its commission rate.

What should I check before creating an account anywhere?

Read the terms for any welcome offer, including the wagering requirements. Make sure you set a deposit limit before you play, not after. Check the operator's responsible gambling page to understand self-exclusion and cooling-off options. And if gambling is causing you or someone you know any concern at all, contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 — it's free and confidential.