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Borgata Casino new player bonus – October 2019
Borgata Casino invites new online players to their site with a combination of starting promotions.
Follow the links on this page or use our promo code BETNJ2 make use of Borgata Online's welcome offer, which will award you a 100% match (up to $600) of your first deposit – as well as an extra no-deposit bonus of $20!
Borgata Online Casino bonus details 2019
No-deposit bonus
Borgata kicks things off with $20 free for new registrants, with no deposit required. Just sign-up, have your account verified and presto, $20 in your account.
The $20 is a bonus, so it can't be cashed out immediately. However, it is only subject to a screamingly low 1x wagering requirement on slots, Players have 14 days after setting up their account to clear the bonus, after which the funds expire. So act quickly.
An added perk, that not too many NJ online casinos offer, is that bonus dollar wagers will earn players loyalty points. Together with the low turnover requirements, this makes Borgata's initial offer a no brainer. Take advantage.
Deposit bonus
The industry standard welcome bonus at online casinos is the deposit match offer, where your first deposit results in an additional amount of bonus money. The exact limits and percentage vary, but typically gaming sites will offer a 100% match with a maximum of about $1,000.
So at face value, Borgata's offer of only a 100% match up to $600 doesn't scream awesomeness. But a delve into the fine print shows just how good the offer is.
See, online bonuses usually have a wagering requirement: an amount of money that must be bet on the site before the reward can be redeemed. For many casinos, this requirement can be 20-30 times the bonus amount, but Borgata only requires a 10x wager for the welcome offer.
This means to take full advantage of the maximum bonus, a new player will have to play through only $6,000 of wagers to unlock the full match.
Also, most sites apply a penalty to play on table games or video poker when used towards these requirements, to compensate for the higher return rate of such games. Borgata allows these games to count fully towards the bonus, so pick a good Blackjack or GameKing video poker game and you may find losses can be kept under 0.5%.
This means that if you play well, wagers of $6,000 will only result in an average loss of $25-30, netting you upwards of $575 in cash. Of course, this is just an average, as any casino player knows, volatility is king.
Like the no-deposit bonus, players have 14 days to clear the deposit match. Also worth noting, is that players must claim this bonus within 14 days of account creation. Apparently, Borgata Casino NJ doesn't reward dilly-daddlers.
Registering as a new player
Creating your account on Borgata Online is a pretty easy process with only a few steps and should be completed in a few minutes.
Who's eligible for a Borgata Online account?
Anyone with a valid identity that is over 21 can register an account at Borgata Online. As long as your SSN checks out and you haven't been barred from gambling in the past (for instance if you signed up to voluntarily block yourself) you will be up-and-running immediately.
Although being physically within New Jersey is necessary in order to place a real-money bet, you don't need to actually be within the state borders to set up your account or to do basic banking (deposits and withdrawals).
If, by chance, you already have a working account for Borgata Sportsbook or Borgata Poker then you are done, it's the same account. Just click onto the casino tab.
Signing up
The process of registration is very simple-
- Click on our link (keep in mind: promo code BETNJ2)
- Sign up with your preferred e-mail address, carefully choosing a good password
- Provide some basic identity information like your address, date of birth, mobile phone number, and the last four digits of your Social Security Number.
- Check all the little "I affirm this" and "I agree with that statement" boxes.
- Get ready to make your first deposit and get the best possible Welcome Bonus.
Available platforms
Borgata Casino is available from any modern computer and most smartphones or tablet devices.
Computer players can access the full library of games through the casino.borgataonline.com website, the only technical requirements are a functioning website with up-to-date Flash and the ability to run the geolocation plugin. Desktop users should take note that geolocation generally requires a WiFi connection, so if the computer only connects through wired internet you may need to make some changes to your setup. A simple WiFi adapter often doe the trick.
Mobile uses will find that while the site is accessible via mobile browser it is not set up to allow betting on these devices. Instead, apps exist for both iOS and Android tablets and phones. iOS functionality may become temporarily compromised in the future due to increased restrictions by Apple on gambling software, but for now, Borgata has remained functioning.
There exists a third option beyond mobile and web-based gambling, which is a standalone casino program. As one of the first online casinos in New Jersey, Borgata initially offered software integrated into its poker client. Since then browser software has become superior, but for the moment the dedicated application is still functioning.
Likely this option will only be common for Borgata poker players, who must use the poker client to access tables but may want to occasionally dabble in the limited selection of available casino games now-and-then.
Software interface
The software is one of the only areas where the casino site feels a bit lacking. It's fully functional, and certainly has seen many improvements made over the years, but still somehow comes across as somewhat inferior to newer competitors. This is true both in the practical sense as well as aesthetically.
Technical errors resulting in false failures to geolocate are not as rare as they should be for a casino that has been operating this long, and much of the interface is missing fluidity and polish.
The visual feeling is also very spartan, looking plain and square. Other sites make use of the same idea without feeling quite as overdue for improvement. Also, the site has overgrown its bare-bones tabular structure that separates games into about half-a-dozen categories. And when swapping between the sports, casino, and poker interfaces (which can be done with one-click), loads can be abysmally slow.
Oddly, these weaknesses don't hurt the sports betting tab, where the visual style and design kind of works. But for the casino page a little makeover would really help.
None of what was said above applies to the Borgata Casino mobile app, which runs smooth and looks much better despite following a similar visually design scheme.
Banking at Borgata Online Casino
It is technically possible for a player to make extremely lucky use of Borgata's free $20 no-deposit bonus and turn it into a massive fortune. But this is, of course, unlikely.
Instead, you most likely will want to take advantage of the deposit match, by putting some money in your account. Remember, you only have a scant two weeks from the time of registration to take advantage of this bonus. Luckily, Borgata Casino NJ makes it a breeze to load funds.
Top 5 deposit methods
- PayPal: Most people already have a working PayPal account with a bank account linked to it, so you can just proceed with using this to immediately transfer a deposit in and not have to worry about putting in any other information.
- VIP Preferred™ ACH (eCheck): This instantly transfers the money directly from your checking account.
- Borgata Online Prepaid Play+: Borgata offers its own prepaid debit card account that you can sign up for and load money onto. Deposits from this card are then instantly loaded in your casino account. After which you can just withdraw winnings back onto the card and use it as a debit card to make purchases or get cash from an ATM (subject to terms, of course).
- Cash at the cage: For players who can manage to pop into the Borgata Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, cash access to your online account is available casino cashier's cage.
- PayNearMe: This allows you to pay with cash at retail locations (7-11, CVS, certain dollar stores) up to $500.
Other methods:
- Credit/Debit cards: Visa and MasterCard can both technically be used, except when they can't. Your personal account and decisions by the bank that backs your card may result in this not being accepted, or being allowed with a very low limit, or have high fees.
- Online banking transfer: Sounds and functions a lot like the ACH options above, but is different. The main difference is that you will log-in and deposit directly through your bank portal, providing an extra layer of security. Lower limits.
- NETELLER/Skrill: Two older eWallet services that appear to be gravitating away from the U.S. market but are still listed as options by Borgata, so try if you like.
Withdrawals
Assuming you used either PayPal, ACH, or the Play+ card to make your first deposit, that is now the best method you have to withdraw your money back out.
Otherwise, visit the Borgata Casino cashiers cage and get your money in cash. If you don't like your money and want to keep it away from you as long as possible you can request a paper check be sent in the mail.
Borgata online casino game selection
With over 400 games in the game library, Borgata may still be far behind a few other operates in the state but still well above the average. In particular, the site offers a good arrangement of jackpot slots. Unfortunately, the table game selection is a bit more paltry, though somewhat better since the addition of Live Dealer.
The best slot machines at Borgata Online
Slots remain the most popular option at online casinos, but many of the machines players frequent don't always offer the best odds.
If you're looking to maximize your chances of winning, consider focusing on the games that do offer a high return percentage (RTP) and lower volatility:
- Blood Suckers: Generally the best slot on many sites, and the one to use to clear your no-deposit bonus. Volatility is low and the RTP is 98%.
- Starmania: This is the backup choice. RTP is 97.87%, low-medium volatility. Hits bonuses a bit more often than Blood Suckers so can be more satisfying.
- Jack Hammer 2: A low-medium volatility slot with an RTP of 97.1.
- Secrets of Atlantis: This ocean-themed machine offers low volatility and a 97.07% RTP.
- Jack Hammer: No reason to pick this over the sequel, since this only has a 97%, unless you have a personal preference or are superstitious about the number 2.
Fan favorites
Way more popular games that are less good than these but still okay include Cleopatra Plus (still not that bad at 96.5%), Gorilla Go Wild (also 96.5%) and Wheel of Fortune On Tour (which can be up to 96.6%). If you consider yourself a slot machine high roller, remember the Monopoly Big Event game, which has a 96% RTP normally but 99% if you stick to $30 Big Bet pulls.
The Biggest jackpot Slots
Borgata offers a pretty good selection of 14 jackpot slots, including four (Melon Madness, Luck O' The Jackpot, Going Nuts, and Loot'EnKhamun) which offer a massive shared bonus in the millions of dollars.
Most of the others offer a shared bounty in the low thousands, except for the following, which typically range in the five- and six-figures:
- Divine Fortune
- Mercy of the Gods
- Monopoly 250K
- One Red Cent Deluxe
Borgata's table games
Blackjack
The iconic casino choice for table games is usually Blackjack, but unfortunately, Borgata has only a few variations available. Probably best to stick to the IGT version, which has an RTP of 99.6% and allows bets from $0.10 to $1,000. The rules are: Dealer stands on all 17s, one resplit per hand, only one card on split aces, double allowed after splits, and a six-deck shoe.
There are also two mult-hand games: Multi-Hand Blackjack Pro and Vegas Downtown Blackjack Multi-Player, which possess rules that are roughly on par with what one might find at an Atlantic City Casino (despite the latter's Vegas branding)
Also of note is Blackjack XChange, a variant where players can trade-in unfavorable holdings, but at a price.
Roulette
There are also only two games representing the classic staple of Roulette, an American wheel and one European wheel. Obviously go for the European without the 00 space.
Stick with Europen Roulette Pro, as the wheel only has a single-0, and thus offers much better odds than its American counterpart.
Other games
Borgata has three additional table game: Craps, Casino Hold'em (Live Dealer only), and Texas Hold'em Bonus Poker. Both Craps and Hold'em bonus are pretty rare finds on NJ online casinos.
The best video poker
Video poker games are simplistic, drab, and have been relatively unchanged for decades. This is especially true of the Game King versions, which were made well on the first try and never saw any need for improvements.
These games are also the go-to choice for focused minds that can work through a bonus requirement with discipline and logic.
There are twelve game choices at Borgata, but you should pick from the six that are made by Game King, with Jacks or Better being a solid choice for beginners, as it is easy to learn and has an RTP of 99.54%. Double Double Bonus is the 9/6 version, and great for action-minded players.
The two multi-play games (Triple Play and Five Play) offer VP titles not found in a single-line variety, but the paytables for these games are a step-down.
Redemption through Live Dealer games
Borgata's table game selection is amplified by the Ezugi games offered via the Live Dealer studio at the Golden Nugget, which Borgata began offering in early 2018.
These games offer a video simulation of a casino floor and a real dealer or croupier appearing on your screen. The games are fundamentally no different than their digital counterparts, although the RTPs are often a little bit worse. Play for the social atmosphere, fun, and relaxed pace, and not necessarily the great returns.
Game options include:
- American Roulette
- American Blackjack
- Unlimited Blackjack
- Baccarat Dragon Bonus
The iRewards loyalty program
iRewards is Borgata's exclusive online loyalty program. iRewards points can be earned at a static rate for all casino play, which varies based on the game as follows:
- Slots: 1 iRP per $10
- Progressives: 1 iRP per $20
- Roulette: 1 iRP per $25
- Video poker: 1 iRP per $75
- Blackjack: 1 iRP per $75
- Craps: 1 iRP per $75
- Other: 1 iRP per $10
Points are also earned for play on BorgataPoker, 2 iRPs for every $1 in rake for ring games or 2 points for each $1 in tournament fees. It seems loyalty earnings for Borgata Sports wagers are still being sorted out.
The amount of points earned in the last month puts players in one of five loyalty tiers that determine the value of your points when redeemed, as well as what exclusive extra offers and perks may be made available to you.
- Red: everyone starts here
- Red Plus: 150/month
- Silver: 650/month
- Black: 2,500/month
- Black Elite: 15,000/quarter
There are multiple ways to turn your points into rewards: they can be converted directly into cash (bad idea though, because of the exchange rate), into bonus money to be played at the casino (better, but still mediocre), exchanged for Express Comps that can be used at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City or other MGM Resorts (better exchange rate), or used to purchase merchandise in the loyalty store.
The iRewards program is independent of the Mlife Rewards program available at the Borgata brick-and-mortar location and other physical MGM properties, even though certain iRewards benefits (Express COmps) get redeemed at those places.
Evaluation
Unfortunately, despite a pretty straightforward setup, the iRewards program winds up not being particularly good for most players due to the poor rates at which the points are earned and their relatively low value at most tiers.
At all but the top tier the only worthwhile exchange for your points is for $5 Express Comps. Consider if you played enough slots (at the best possible slot game) to get Black status for one month. That would be $25,000 bet, with at a 98% RTP means $500 lost. The points you earned are just enough for two purchases of $25 cash back, or about 10% of what you lost. The same points buy 34 $5 Express Comps, triple that value. Or you can get a coffee maker with a value of about $75.
And that is for very high volume. Playing through your initial maximum deposit bonus on Blackjack or Video Poker does not even yield enough points to get you out of the first tier or a minimum reward. If you choose a good slot to work through the bonus instead your loss increases from ~$28 to ~$120, but now you are at Red Plus, and the 600 points you earn can be turned into 6 $5 Express Comps. Play just a little bit more to get a bit past Silver level and maybe we're talking 9 $5 Comps.
In conclusion, it seems this loyalty program winds up being good for one of three types of gambler:
- Slots players who also are able to frequent the Borgata AC casino (or other MGM)
- Very active poker players will also be visiting the Borgata AC casino (or other MGM)
- Extremely high-volume slots players (and it still helps that the want to visit the Borgata)
Customer support
While the site's software occasionally falters with Flash errors or geolocation problems, Borgata has set up a more than adequate Help page with multiple options for resolution.
Common issues can be found immediately in the support pages' interactive menus or found in the detailed FAQ, and complex problems that cannot be easily fixed by yourself have three easy avenues to gain immediate assistance:
- There is a web form that can be filled out to request an e-mail response from a customer service representative.
- There is a Live Chat button that will open a direct chat window with someone who can help you (and appears to be available 24/7)
- And (unlike many other competitor sites) there is a toll-free telephone number that can be called. This is plainly and easily visible right on the Contact page require no surreptitious hunting for the information.
While it might seem like all three of these options should be automatic standards, it is disappointing when major sites fail in this regard. Borgata's support structure is to their credit, and its representatives seem knowledgeable enough and decently prepared, although we have encountered a fair share of frustration on more nuanced inquiries, especially via Live Chat.
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