Review
888poker is one of the world's most popular online poker rooms with over 5,000,000 registered users. Previously known as Pacific Poker, 888poker offers software that is sleek and easy to use, as well as a focus on excellent
customer service.
If you're looking for some juicy action at your poker tables, then look no further than 888poker. The games are widely regarded as some of the softest on the web - all the better for building your bankroll with!
888poker regularly run promotions for Australian players with satellites into local championships, the Aussie Millions and the World Series of Poker. You can also play with cricketing legend Shane Warne and boxing champion Jeff Fenech at 888poker.
With good traffic, recently upgraded software, expanding social community and a new look player rewards shop, 888poker has everything you should look for in an online poker room.
Bonus terms and conditions
888poker offers a 100% First Deposit Bonus up to $400 with 25% up to $100 released instantly into your account. New players will also be able to enjoy entry into a $50,000 Guaranteed First Depositors Challenge tournament!
| Deposit bonus |
100% up to $400 Welcome Bonus on first deposit, including 25% up to $100 instantly! |
Limits & Rake
Limits are offered from as low as $0.05/$0.10 to as high as $75/$150, across a wide variety of game styles.
The rake is an industry standard 5% capped at $3, however there is terrific value at lower limits - for example, the smallest $0.05/$0.10 game has a maximum rake of 6 cents, up to the $1/$2 games which are capped at $1.25. These lower maximum rakes make 888poker an excellent option for the lower limits players.
Site Traffic
Player traffic is always solid and has been steadily improving over the years, thanks to 888poker's association with the well-known online casino "Casino On Net". 888poker also has a strong television and advertising presence, helping maintain their traffic levels.
Real money player levels are often around 2,000 players at peak times, with as many as 8,000 tournament players playing on the site during peak tournament times. Holdem is the game of choice at 888poker, so while traffic levels are good for this discipline of the game, you may be disappointed with the levels in other forms of poker.
Customer Service
Customer Service is provided in 3 main formats - Toll Free Help numbers for 20 countries, including Australia, the UK and Germany, live chat support as well as email support. Generally support questions are answered quickly and adequately, although cash outs have been known to take a few days to process.
Player Rewards Program
888poker has created a brand new 888poker Shop where players can exchange frequent player points for items such as books, clothing, electronics or even packages to major poker tournaments around the world. 888poker also offer numerous reload bonuses throughout the year, typically 50% of your deposit up to $300 or $500.