Online Slots vs Real Slots
Looking to play online slots for the first time? You may have some questions about the benefits of these games compared to physical machines - especially if you’ve been a regular visitor to land-based casinos.
There’s no better time to move into the world of online gaming - the popularity of virtual machines is still soaring, and there are more slots to play than ever before.
From bonus features to promotions and demo games, here’s why you should start spinning the reels online.
What Are Online Slots?
Online slots are games played in a virtual casino, available on mobile, desktop and tablet devices. If you haven’t got it yet, download our mobile app from the App Store or Google Play Store!
In the online sphere you can move to a range of exciting slot themes, including Irish and Ancient Egyptian games. Spin the reels and land matching symbols on a payline to trigger winning combinations, which will bank you a payout based on the symbols’ values.
Keep an eye out for the number of reels and paylines in-play when you enter the lobby, as these can change based on the game being spun. When you’re ready to get rolling, choose a bet size and hit ‘Spin’.
What Are Real Slots?
When walking into a land-based casino or pub, you’re likely to see at least one physical slot machine. These can be Vegas-style games with levers to spin the reels (known as one-armed bandits), or they may be classic fruit machines, which offer limited gameplay using only three reels.
More machines are starting to use the technology promoted by video slots to try and rival the online gaming experience, adding extra paylines and some bonus features.
As you’ll soon find out, there are too many advantages to playing online to miss out on…
Benefits of Online Slots
There are plenty of bonuses when you play online slots for real money, rather than spinning in a brick-and-mortar casino. Here’s a flavour of what you can enjoy when you get moving at MONOPOLY Casino.
More Games to Choose
Even though real slots have made progress over the last decade, they still have a limited collection of games to bet on. When playing online, there’s no such problem - we have hundreds of games to take a chance on, including progressive jackpot games and casino slots. Bank wins on Cleopatra, Gonzo's Quest and many more, which you can spin from as little as 1p.
Online Slots are More Convenient
Let’s face it, it’s much easier to download the MONOPOLY Casino app and enjoy all your favourite games at the touch of a button than heading to a venue to spin in person. We’re open 24/7, so you can log in and start playing whenever suits best.
Slot Bonuses and Promotions
There are plenty of rewards and prizes to collect at MONOPOLY Casino – just open our incredible rewards chest to find the latest promotions and offers. Here for the first time? Pass GO and pick up 30 free spins on MONOPOLY Paradise Mansion when you deposit and play with £10 or more*.
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Higher RTP Rates
When you play slot games online, you’ll often find higher Return to Player (RTP) rates than physical machines. The closer an RTP is to 100%, the less volatile it is - this means it pays out more regularly on average than those with a lower percentage.
Most of the games in our casino have RTPs at around 95%, and a game with this rate can be expected to pay out an average of £95 for every £100 staked on it.
Demo Slots
Another pro to playing at an online casino is the chance to spin free online slots! These machines are great for new players, giving you the same experience of real cash slot machines, but with no money on the line. Check out how the game works, from landing winning combinations to unlocking the bonus features.
Slot Costs
Roll from game to game and you’re likely to find a range of different bet sizes, but we’ve got something to suit all players at MONOPOLY Casino. You don’t have to be a high roller to play progressive jackpot slots, with spins on Bison Rising Megaways: Jackpot King starting from only 10p.
Before hitting the ‘Spin’ button, check out the information in the game lobby to find the range of coin sizes and the number of active paylines. There’s something to suit every budget.
Slot Security
When playing online with us, you can be sure to spin in a safe and regulated environment. Any money deposited on-site is secure and protected, and everyone has a fair chance of winning on all our games.
As a licensed and regulated company, we verify the details of every person who signs up for an account with us. This involves checking passports or driving licenses to prove someone’s identity, as well as household bills to make sure they’re a UK resident.
Slot Technology
Slots use a technology called random number generators (RNGs), which means the result of every single spin is fair. The algorithm links numbers to the symbols in the game, and when the ‘Spin’ button is pushed it will randomly choose one from each reel. This determines the result of the spin, with millions of numbers generated to ensure the machine can’t be rigged.
Pick Up Slot Tips
If it’s your first time playing, we’ve got it covered. Get to grips with the lingo and find out about slot machine terminology, before you check out our online slot tips.
When you’re ready to GO, have a look at our collection of top online slot games – the perfect places to spin the reels and play for exciting prizes.
Online Slots vs Real Slots FAQs
If you’re still wondering what separates real and online slot games, we’re here to help. Check out some of the answers to our most popular questions below.
Which offers better odds: online slots or real slots?
You will often find better odds playing online slots in the UK than in traditional casinos or on fruit machines. Most online games have RTP rates of over 90%, which real slots don’t always match up to. If a game has an RTP of 90%, it means that on average it pays out £90 for every £100 wagered on it.
Are online slots safe to play?
Every online slot machine at MONOPOLY Casino is safe to play. We’re licensed and regulated by the Gambling Commission in the UK, and every game on-site gives you a fair chance of triggering a winning combination.
Can you win real money playing online slots?
You can play slots for real money with us. All the games in our collection pay out cash prizes; we’ll never award winnings in bonus funds. Symbols will be evaluated as soon as the spin ends, with any funds banked directly into your account.
Do online slots offer the same excitement as real slots?
Spinning video slots online creates more excitement than playing real machines, with more games to choose from and extra chances to win. Some of our most popular games include MONOPOLY Gameshow Jackpots and Eye of Horus Megaways, which can only be enjoyed online.
How to choose between online and real slots?
There are so many benefits to playing online slot games compared to physical machines. Download our mobile app and spin the reels whenever you like, plus you can roll up to hundreds of slots to spin. Take a chance on Megaways slots from Big Time Gaming, enjoy the likes of Big Bass Bonanza from Pragmatic Play, land matching symbols on Cluster Pays grids – and much more!
Are bonuses better online or in real casinos?
Of course! When you play slots online, there are much better bonuses on offer. Sign up at MONOPOLY Casino and get 30 free spins when you deposit and play with £10! Our other bonuses include Daily Free Games, with real money prizes and free spins to bank, as well as Slot Masters tournaments and Box Bonanzas. Advance to our Promotions page to keep up to date with all our latest offers.