PokerStars

Poker Stars has a large selection of limit levels that are sure to appeal to everyone, from the beginner, to the experienced high stake player. Poker Stars limits begin with micro limits of $0.02/$0.04 up to $100/$200. No Limit Texas Holdem limits begin at $0.01/$0.02 and $1 buy in games through to $10/$20 blinds, $400 buyin games.

Poker Stars rake system is rather equitable, with average rake ranging at 5% up to a maximum of $3. This maximum extends out to $5 in high stakes games, however only when 4 – 10 players are in the pot.

Poker Stars bills itself as the World's largest poker site and player traffic seems to suggest that this claim true. Peak times draw over 60,000 players at 10,000 tables with average player numbers always in the tens of thousands. Players run the entire gamut of experience, so there's no shortage of players to match your skill and experience.

Poker Stars' software is well programmed, running smoothly with rich graphics. Players can upload pictures as avatars, tables can be resized, themes selected and updated, with various search functions easy to use. Scrolling in chat and in the lobby can be a little bit of a hassle and players must click on each individual table to join the waiting list. However, these minor quibbles don't detract from the overall experience.

Poker Stars offers players great software with a large variety of games. PokerStars has had its software independently tested by two agencies to ensure that the program used is safe and random. This means players can rest assured knowing that they're playing the real thing with Poker Stars.

• Poker Stars FPP - Poker Stars Frequent Players Points go towards VIP entry and other great benefits.


• Hand History - Check back on hands played to sharpen your game.


• Stats - In an easy to read percentage format, the stats at PokerStars are detailed and quickly available.


• Tournament History - Table Find out how you or other players fared in the many tournaments played.


• Preferred Seating - Play at the same seat at each table.

Support emails are answered swiftly and are accurate. Poker Stars has created a pleasant, secure playing environment for their players and their customer support reflects this.