Torrent Gear

How to distinguish an honest bonus from a lure

1) Quick checklist (15 seconds per primary screening)

Wager (WR): up to × 30 - usually ok; × 30- × 40 - alert;> × 40 - almost always unprofitable.

To what WR? For a bonus - the norm; for a bonus + deposit - tougher; to win from freespins - depends on size.

Max bet: is there a clear limit? (usually 2-5% of the bank/fix €2- €5). No limit - alarming.

Games contribution: 100% slots? Live/board games are often 0-10% - this is normal, but should be prescribed.

Cap (output ceiling): reasonable (≥ x10 from bonus) - ok; tiny (x2-x3) - lure.

Terms: at least 48-72 hours to play; too short windows are a risk.

Balance type: non-sticky is better than sticky. If sticky - there should be soft other conditions.

License/transparency: understandable T&C, contacts, KYC rules - trusted.

2) Key parameters and their "healthy" ranges

1. Wager (WR).

Honestly: × 10- × 30 for a bonus or winning FS.

Tough: × 30- × 40 (we take only for our game plan).

Trap: everything you ≥×45, especially for a bonus + deposit.

2. Wagering base.

For a bonus - approx.

For a bonus + deposit - expensive (the actual volume doubles).

For winning FS - norms, if WR is moderate.

3. Max bet.

Norm: fix up to €5 or% of the bank.

Trap: penalty for one over bid without explicit warning or ceiling too low (e.g. €1).

4. Contribution of games.

100% slots - basic standard.

Live/board ≤10% is not a problem, to be honest.

Trap: "dynamic" exception lists hidden in sub-clauses.

5. Cap (maximum payable).

For deposit bonuses, it is better without a cap at all.

For FS/childless - cap ok, but adequate (for example, €20- €50 for "gift" FS).

Trap: cap is lower than the expected value of the bonus.

6. Deadlines and windows.

Norm: 3-7 days on WR; clear hours and time zone.

Trap: 24 hours with a bunch of exceptions.

7. Balance type.

Non-sticky: while playing real - output without WR; the bonus is activated later. Transparent.

Sticky: output only after WR - then other conditions should be soft (low WR, intelligible cap).

8. Stock compatibility.

Norm: it is clear that you can/cannot combine.

Trap: WR "hidden summation" from several promos.

9. CCM/disbursements.

Norm: documents, terms, method "in the same way" are listed in advance.

Trap: sudden requests off the list, canceling the win after WR.

3) Red flags (watch out)

Vager ≥×45, especially for bonus + deposit.

Max bet is below the normal minimum bid in selected slots.

Critical cap of the deposit bonus (for example, "withdrawal of no more than 3 bonus ×").

"Dynamic" T&C - conditions are changed retroactively, no document version/date.

Unclear language: "game contributions are regulated at the discretion of the administration."

No popular slots after bonus activation (not before).

There is no KYC/AML license/contacts/policies on the site.

4) Grey area (not always bad, but count)

Vager × 35- × 40 with a generous package (for example, up to a large amount) - can be ok, if without cap, with 100% contribution of slots.

FS without WR, but with cap - honestly, if cap is reasonable and clearly indicated.

Sticky with low WR and generous betting limit - might be fine if the format suits you.

5) Good/bad examples (fast arithmetic)

A. "Good" (deposit reload)

50% to €100, WR × 20 for bonus, slots 100%, max bet €5, no cap, 7 days.

Required sales with rebate €100:100 × 20 = €2,000. Fair and transparent.

B. "Borderline" (generous but heavy)

100% to €200, WR × 35 for bonus + deposit, 100% slots, max bet €3, no cap, 5 days.

Required turnover: (200 + 200) × 35 = €14,000 - hard, but formally honest. Take only at the planned volume of the game.

C. "Zamanuha" (formally generous, not actually)

200% to €300, WR × 40 for bonus + deposit, max bet €1, slot contribution 50%, cap 3 × bonus, 48 hours.

Turnover: (300 + 150) × 40 = €18,000 (if "the contribution of the slots is 50%," you actually need double scrolling), plus a hard cap - almost unprofitable.

D. Frispins "honest"

50 FS w/o WR, cap €25, slot specified. Clear and transparent: we take it as a free "mini-test."

6) T&C check algorithm (5 steps)

1. Remove the parameters: WR, WR base, max bet, game contribution, cap, term, balance type.

2. Count the turnover: base × WR.

3. Check the contribution: if not 100%, increase the planned turnover proportionally.

4. Mitigate risks: max bet, excluded games, KYC, compatibility with other promotions.

5. Conclude: "take "/" take with restrictions "/" skip."

7) Bonus score matrix (Scorecard, 0-10 points)

WR and base (0-3): × 10- × 25 per bonus = 3; × 30- × 35 = 2; × 40 per bonus or × 30 per bonus + deposit = 1; worse = 0.

Max bet (0-2): ≥€3 or ≥2% bank = 2; €1- €2 = 1; <€1 = 0.

Games contribution (0-2): 100% slots = 2; 70–90% = 1; <70% or confusing exceptions = 0.

Cap (0-2): no cap/generous = 2; moderate = 1; hard = 0.

Timing and transparency (0-1): ≥72 h, clear T&C = 1; otherwise = 0.

Result: 8-10 - solid bonus; 5-7 - border, only "under the plan"; ≤4 - do not touch.

8) Frequent myths

"Without a wager, it's always better." If there is a hard sar/narrow slots nearby, the value may be low. Read the total of the displayed amount.

"A high percentage means profitable." The percentage is bait. The bottom line is in WR, base, contribution of games and cap.

"If almost played, the chance is higher." RNG has no recollection of WR's progress.

9) Practical advice to the player

Look for non-sticky and moderate WR; for FS - no WR with reasonable cap.

Choose slots with 100% contribution; keep the rate in the range of 0.5-1.5% of the bank and below max bet.

Do not combine several "heavy" stocks at the same time.

Create reminders by date; screen the rules on the day of activation (in case of disputes).

Fix part of the profit after performing WR - discipline protects bankroll.

10) Mini cheat sheet (save)

WR ≤×30 for a bonus and without a cap - almost always the norm.

Max bet intelligible, 100% slots, ≥72 hours.

Cap in depositors - bad, in FS/dummy - is permissible and should be explicitly stated.

Non-sticky> sticky if other conditions are equal.

If something is "smeared in small print" - skip the bonus.

An honest bonus is not only a "beautiful percentage," but transparent, doable conditions: moderate WR on the right base, understandable contribution of games, adequate max bet and timing, without hidden traps in cap and exception lists. Keep a checklist and scorkard on hand, count the turnover in advance - and you can easily distinguish a working proposal from a lure.