bwin Poker Bonus

Background

bwin Poker is part of bwin Interactive Entertainment AG and operates under licenses issued in Kahnawake (Canada), Germany, Italy, Gibraltar, Argentina, Mexico and Austria. bwin Interactive offers players (through its affiliated companies) complete sportsbetting, online poker, skill games, soft games and casino gaming options. Additionally, bwin offers audio and video streaming of top tier sporting events. All these options are provided through digital distribution channels such as the internet and mobile phone. bwinPoker is hosted by the OnGame Network, one of the industry's leading online poker client networks. OnGame's servers are located in Kahnawake, Canada and headquarters are located in Vienna, Austria.

Limits and Rake

At the No Limit Texas Holdem tables, the limits are spread to target all players, from beginners to advanced. Starting at the micro $0.05/$0.10, the limits progressively increase through $50/$100. The limit tables begin at the comparatively higher limit level of $0.15/$0.30 and build all the way to the incredible $500/$1,000 level. Pot Limit Holdem begins at the same level as the No Limit Texas Holdem tables, however the tables finish at $5/$10. The Stud and Omaha tables focus on micro limit play and max out at $50/$100 and $25/$50 respectively.

bwin Poker applies a rake that is capped at $3 and is generally measured as 5% of the pot. This cap can be as low as $1, depending on pot size, number of players involved and the limit level.

Player Traffic

At the time of writing, there were just over 6,000 players seated at the tables. Player traffic generally peaks close to 8,000 players in a given 24 hour period and as is generally the case across all the major online poker rooms, the players at bwin tend to congregate at the No Limit Texas Holdem tables. Action can be found at the Stud, Omaha and Draw tables, although the numbers are comparatively sparse. In general, if players are eager to compete at the Texas Holdem tables, they have little trouble finding their preferred limit level.

Playability

A clean and well designed lobby; courtesy of the OnGame network. Tabbed browsing makes game type, table and limit selection a breeze and the table/tournament description on the right hand side of the lobby is detailed and thorough and includes such statistics as players per flop, average pot size and hands played per hour. The lobby chat box allows players to talk amongst themselves when searching or waiting for a table.

As for the tables themselves, running hand details are displayed below the community cards, meaning that players can keep up with their hand strength, quickly and easily. Hot keys and check boxes further help speed up gameplay. The running totals of the pot sizes are welcome but sometimes a little hard to see. Games move quickly and not hindered by lengthy animations. The instant play feature allows play on any computer, be it Apple, Linux or Windows.

Deposit options

VISA, MasterCard, Neteller, Moneybookers, Wire Transfer, Diners Club

Software and Extra Features

As mentioned, BwinPoker operates on the OnGame Network and as such, players can make use of a number of beneficial and helpful features. These include;

• Quick Seating – Simply select the game type, limit and stakes and let the software seat you automatically.

• Private Tables – Settle scores, or simply arrange a personal home game - online!

• Multi Table – Players can compete in up to 12 tables simultaneously.

• Player Notes – Tag your enemies, your fish, sharks and everyone in between.

• Real-Time Odds – Move all-in and receive your chances of winning - in real time!

• Statistics – Detailed hand histories can be generated, potentially giving you the statistical edge.

Customer Service

A comprehensive FAQ awaits players online, complemented by phone and fax numbers. An online email contact form is also available, should players encounter any problems that are not immediately resolved through the online FAQ. Customer service responses are professional, concise and helpful.