Pros and Cons of Mobile Casinos

In the last several years, smartphone screens have gotten bigger, displays crisper and more vivid, audio clearer and processors more powerful. Add to this the addition of tablets, and together they have taken market share away from traditional online desktop computers.

It's not only the hardware that's made strides but the software as well. Some operators have added mobile casino download software. Other operators have gone the route of instant play mobile casinos accessed from an internet browser on an Android, iOS or Windows Phone device.

Although the gap between what online and mobile casinos can deliver has closed, choosing to play at a mobile casino is still a matter of personal preference. What feels comfortable for one punter may not feel right for another.

Ultimately, the decision and reasons to play at a mobile casino are unique. Still, we don't suggest that you rule it out until you've tried a free play mobile casino. You can find them here at FortunaOnlineCasinos.com

Our Best Mobile Casinos

You can find our recommendations list along with mobile casino reviews. We cover promotions including their mobile casino bonus with no deposit and on the first deposit. Our review also looks at payment options, slots (pokies / one-armed bandits), table games and live dealer games, bonus terms and more.

Pros of Mobile Casinos

  • Mobile casinos allow deposits and cashouts in Bitcoins, altcoins and fiat currencies
  • 100s/1,000s of mobile casino games, slots and live dealer games
  • Some operators offer a mobile casino no deposit bonus for signing up
  • Welcome packages for match deposit and free spins mobile casino
  • Software optimised for smaller screen sizes
  • Accessible on the move using mobile data or Wi-Fi connection
  • Safe and secure transactions
  • Can be accessed 24/7 and there are no line-ups to play live casino mobile

Cons of Mobile Casinos

  • Some older games are only compatible online using a desktop
  • Can be mobile data-intensive and costly if you're not using Wi-Fi
  • Smaller screens can mean some loss of detail
  • 24/7 access can be harmful if you're a compulsive gambler

Mobile Online Casino FAQ

A strong argument for playing at a mobile online casino is that there is nothing that you can't do on a handheld device that you could from your desktop. You can opt-in to a mobile casino bonus when you make your first deposit and sometimes when you register a new player account. You'll find a good range of casino payment methods when you deposit fiat currencies. Some casinos accept Bitcoins and altcoins.

You can play live casino mobile games, as well as table games and slots, although you won't find many old games as they are not compatible with mobile. Still, some of the older classics have been updated and are now mobile compatible.

A huge differentiator is the ability to carry the casino in your pocket and take it with you. Imagine sitting at a coffee shop enjoying a cappuccino or on your lunch break at the office or while you're taking the bus.

Yes, these operating systems are all supported on a tablet and smartphone.

Yes, they are safe since they use the same encryption technology used by merchants. Even your bank uses SSL to keep sensitive information like your payment details safe.

When playing at a licensed casino in a reputable jurisdiction, games must be certified as fair by an independent third-party. These third-parties look at the random number generator (RNG) that determines the outcome of a game round. What they are looking for is proof that it is not being manipulated to make you lose.

Yes, you can receive a casino bonus if you're using a smartphone or tablet, assuming that the casino offers it to players from your country.

Remember, that bonus may differ by region. For example, some casinos provide a signup no deposit mobile casino bonus to players from specific countries who register a new player account. Mobile casino welcome packages consisting of a match deposit, free spins and cashback are other possibilities after you've made your first deposit.

Yes, some VIP mobile casinos offer tiered cash or bonus money programs and/or complementary points (comp points).

Yes, since live casino games were only introduced in recent years, the first ones were already optimised for mobile and tablet. We've got some of the best live mobile casino games. These games are streamed in real-time from production studios using state of the art sound and graphics.

You can find all of the same live games on your mobile or tablet that you can on your desktop online. This includes variants of live blackjack, live roulette, Hold'em live poker and more from software industry giants like Netent and Microgaming.

If you've never heard of Evolution Gaming, you will, since they are pioneers in live mobile casino. Besides live table, they've come up with gameshow-like money wheel games like Monopoly Live, Crazy Time and Dream Catcher. These games are immersive, using augmented reality.

Most games are free to play but may exclude jackpot games. Live casino games are not free to play, but some casinos may allow you to observe a game in progress.

In theory, you should be able to play from virtually anywhere with an internet connection. That is unless you plan on commuting in the London Underground, Toronto/Montréal subway system or similar.

In practice, visiting a mobile casino uses a massive amount of data which can drain your mobile plan, becoming pricey. For this reason, you're better off using a Wi-Fi network. Fortunately, you can find a lot of hotspots nowadays at coffee shops, buses, restaurants and more.

Yes, you can make a mobile casino withdrawal and deposit from your handheld device as you would online. The cashier/payments sections will be optimised for the screen size of your tablet or smartphone. Here, you'll be able to deposit real money to your player currency account.

Yes, most operators offer a live chat mobile casino function where you can speak to a customer support agent in real-time. Alternatively, you can send them an email or possibly call them.

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