JETWIN Casino Review

JETWIN is an online sportsbook and casino that opened its doors in 2013 and is owned by UK based Bit Entertainment SA.

JETWIN is a bit of an anomaly in the online casino world. They are one of the many bitcoin casinos that can be found on the web. Despite embracing one of the more decidedly “techy” forms of currency, the site has a decidedly low-tech feel. JETWIN offers a sports book, live dealer games, and slot games.

Since JETWIN is a bitcoin site, they accept players from all over the world, including the grey markets like the US and the more heavily regulated EU countries where online casinos are basically banned.

Like most bitcoin casinos, JETWIN is also unregulated and unlicensed. While the site does have SSL encryption, there is no information available on the casino’s Random Number Generator audit, or Return to Player (RTP) percentages.

A trademark of bitcoin sites is a regard for players’ anonymity that sometimes borders on being outright paranoid. JETWIN does not go to this extreme, but they do allow players to open two accounts: an anonymous account and a regular account which is used to collect bonuses. JETWIN is only accessible from the website and no mobile apps or support is offered.

Software and Games Available at JETWIN

JETWIN can be divided into three separate areas; sportsbook, live casino, and virtual casino. The sportsbook is an exciting offering and gives casino players the chance to try something new. JETWIN is primarily a recreational sportsbook. The site uses the software that previously powered the GetWin online sportsbook.

GetWin was a widely criticized and discredited online sportsbook. But JETWIN was not connected to nor associated with GetWin and simply purchased the software with Getwin closed up shop. Many players rate the software as among the best in the online sportsbook arena.

The range of sports covered is extensive. Live game betting is currently not available, although representatives have stated in various bitcoin discussion groups that this option was “coming soon”. The only problem with the sportsbook is the odds offered to bettors. The sportsbook is considered “recreational” by experienced and professional sports bettors meaning that the “juice” (house percentage) is high.

The site mentions that they will ban arbitrage bettors or those that chase steam. There have been a few complaints on problems with collecting winnings from the sportsbook. It should be noted that all sportsbooks have the right to protect themselves from sharps that are totally killing them, so it is best to examine the merits (if any) of the complaints individually.

The Live Dealer games are impressive. JETWIN offers the traditional live dealer games of blackjack, roulette, and baccarat along with Holdems, their version of casino hold’em. The games are offered at varying betting limits and offer a pace of play that is only slightly slower than at brick and mortar casinos.

For those looking for regular casino games without the live dealer element, there is the normal Casino Games section. JETWIN has offered virtual slots in the past, but that does not appear to be part of their ongoing plan at the moment, as the game tab returns a “down for maintenance” message. When slot games have been offered that are solely those from Endorphina. Slots are not mentioned on the homepage or blog, so it seems slot games are not the primary offering at the site.

Bonuses and Promotions for Sportsbooks and Casino Players

JETWIN does not follow the trend of offering jaw-dropping bonuses but there are a few offers that could cause interest. Sportsbook betters can claim €35 in free bets with no deposit required. Casino games players can collect a 100% deposit bonus of up to €150 when they open an account and make their first deposit. A minimum deposit of €45 is required to be eligible for the bonus.

There are not any other offers or promos mentioned on the site so the main focus is on the welcome bonuses, the no deposit offer for sportsbook fans and the generally high quality games and sports bets available.

A Mixed Bag of Customer Support

In the area of customer support, JETWIN is both good and bad. In the good column, they offer support via email (support@jetwin.ps) and have a reputation for quick (within 3 hour) response time. They also offer live telephone support for immediate assistance.

JETWIN’s FAQ pages and various information pages are very complete and easy to understand.

The only negative is that live chat is not available, which is a shame considering this is a given these days at most online casino sites.

Bitcoin Banking Options

All banking is via bitcoin and via one of the many available bitcoin wallets. Players can select their “home” currency when signing up and all bets will be displayed in that currency. For those not familiar with bitcoin, the FAQ gives some guidance on how to buy and use bitcoin. Even with an “anonymous” account, JETWIN may ask for proof of identity when players make a withdrawal.

The security here is high, so players can feel secure in their betting here, but this could lead to some higher rollers feeling frustrated at the continual identity checks.

A Mixed Bag of Positive and Negative from JETWIN

JETWIN is a mixed bag of positive points and negative points. The sportsbook software is among the best and the live dealer games are quite good with a fun holdem option that is exclusive to the site. The site also accepts low micro-stakes bets in many areas making this ideal for less experienced players and those looking for low rolling games. Being a bitcoin site, players in the US and other countries that are typically shutout of online casinos can play and make sports wagers, which is a big plus point for international gamers.

The sportsbook is very good for recreational sports bettors, who traditionally bet on just a couple of games per week and who bet primarily for “fun” rather than as a profession. The site’s customer service is considered to be very good and the security also has a strong reputation.

The biggest downside comes in the unregulated bitcoin arena, which to many is a bit confusing. Plus bitcoin values fluctuate from day to day, although they have been relatively stable for the last few months. (One bitcoin (1BTC) is currently worth about $705.)

Overall this offers an interesting choice for gamers looking for something different and for those seeking a Bitcoin casino site and sportsbook, JETWIN is a great option with flexible betting.