How to read bonus terms and wagering requirements
Understand SCATTER789 bonus terms before you claim: wagering multiples, max bet rules, game weighting, expiry, with worked peso examples.
Welcome offers sound generous: "100% up to ₱5,000". The value of a bonus, though, is in its terms. This guide shows you how to read them and how to work out what a bonus really costs.
The five terms that matter
- Wagering requirement: how many times you must bet the bonus (or bonus plus deposit) before withdrawing.
- Maximum bet: the largest stake allowed while wagering, often ₱100 to ₱250.
- Game weighting: how much each game counts toward wagering.
- Expiry: the days you have to complete wagering.
- Maximum cash-out: a cap on winnings from the bonus.
Worked example
You deposit ₱1,000 and receive a ₱1,000 bonus with a 30× wagering requirement on the bonus only.
- Wagering required: ₱1,000 × 30 = ₱30,000 in bets.
- At ₱20 a spin, that is 1,500 spins.
- On a 96% RTP slot, the expected loss on ₱30,000 of bets is about ₱1,200 (4% of ₱30,000).
The expected loss is larger than the bonus itself, so on average this offer is worth less than nothing. If the requirement applied to deposit plus bonus (₱2,000 × 30 = ₱60,000), the expected loss would be ₱2,400. The maths behind this is in RTP and volatility explained.
Game weighting
| Game type | Typical contribution |
|---|---|
| Slots | 100% |
| Live baccarat and roulette | 0% to 20% |
| Sports bets | 100% above minimum odds, often 1.50+ |
If baccarat counts 10%, a ₱1,000 Banker bet clears only ₱100 of wagering. Read more on table games in live baccarat and roulette basics and on sports odds in the odds guide.
Free spins offers
Free spins winnings are usually credited as bonus money with their own wagering. Twenty free spins worth ₱10 each that win ₱300 at 35× need ₱10,500 of bets before you can withdraw. See how spins work in scatter symbols explained.
When to decline a bonus
- You want to withdraw quickly.
- You mainly play live tables that count little toward wagering.
- The wagering is above 35× or the expiry is shorter than seven days.
Declining keeps your deposit as cash you can withdraw any time. That matters, as explained in our withdrawals guide.
Responsible use of promotions
Bonuses are designed to keep you playing longer. Never deposit more than you planned just to unlock a larger bonus. General guidance on promotions and safer play is available from GamCare, and our own tips are in the budget guide.
New to SCATTER789? Start with the beginner's guide and the sign-up walkthrough.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good wagering requirement?
Lower is better. Under 20× on the bonus only is player-friendly; above 35× is hard to clear.
What happens if I break the maximum bet rule?
Most terms allow the operator to cancel the bonus and any winnings from it.
Can I cancel a bonus?
Usually yes, from your account's bonus section, but you forfeit the bonus and its winnings.
