Cherry Casino, owned by the Swedish Betsson Group, is another in their stable of 6 casinos, mainly targeted at the European market, it is a Mac compatible online casino. Cherry Casino is actually an offshoot of a real live brick & mortar casino giving them forty years of experience and helping them uphold their top notch customer service. The casino prominently displays its main attractions on its website, including lots of very attractive (read big prizes) game tournaments, juicy jackpots, new games, big winners and bonus offers.
First Impression
Cherry Casino is a ‘no download’ site – as such, it is easy to play and one can access the online casino from virtually anywhere with an internet connection. Using either PC or Mac is also no hassle. The site has real money and free games. Choosing the ‘real money, real play’ option brings you to a quick and easy registration page as well as a range of options for depositing or (actually) purchasing ‘chips’ for play. Uploading is fast and easy, although some of the games require a Flash player on your computer. These are easy and free to download, anyway. Graphics are crisp and subdued; the background is a deep cherry red with graphic renditions of cherries (part of the site’s ambience, given its name). Game Play is also fast and easy with almost no time lag in loading and playing. Sounds are adequate and the graphics are subdued (except for the slots and poker video).
Description
Cherry Casino is one of the oldest and most reliable online casino sites in the world. Software used comes from Net Entertainment (the same software provider for Casino Euro) so there is some similarity in the look and feel of the games on site. Unlike Casino Euro, however, Cherry Casino has a wider range of games, especially in the slots and video poker categories. Cherry Casino is perhaps one of the most popular java, instant pay, no download online casinos on the internet. Players can play their favorite game immediately by simply logging in on the Cherry Casino web site and using the no download software.
Games
Cherry Casino offers all the games supplied by Net Entertainment - this is very good news for all those who are a little jaded by all the usual familiar games that one finds at the casinos that use the more well-known game creators. So while you`ll certainly find games like Roulette and Blackjack here, they`re presented in some unusual and exciting variations. There are full game guides to help you familiarise yourself with the nuances, and you can also play all the games for free.
Welcome Bonuses and Promotions
The loyalty system in place at Cherry Casino is a generous one. Continuous rewards include a 30% up to $100 bonus every month for regular members and 30% up to to $200 every month for VIP members. The most loyal CherryCasino members are eligible to receive 30% up to $200 free every month for meeting certain criteria. First you must play at Cherry Casino for a minimum of 2 months and second, you must have deposited over $5000 during that timespan. Cherry Casino also randomly awards their players with on the spot bonuses. These bonuses may vary in size and there is no way to predict when a spot bonus will be received.
Software
Because Cherry Casino is comprised of a no-download software, it is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. The software is smooth, reliable, and most importantly, fun. The most interesting feature that you'll find about Cherry Casino was that you can challenge your friends to a game of “free buddy poker” and win $10-$50. All you have to do is fill in your friend’s email addresses and CherryCasino will send them an invitation to your free buddy poker challenge. The game played is 5 card draw poker and you must have the best hand to win.
Banking
Cherry Casino boasts that they have one of the fastest payment processors on the internet handling their player’s payments. When they say fast payouts, they mean business. You can deposit, win, and withdraw your winnings into your bank account with less than a 24 hour turnaround time. You can deposit funds into your Cherry Casino account by using VISA, Neteller, PrePaid ATM, and wire transfer. You can withdraw funds from your Cherry Casino account by using Neteller and wire transfer.
Support
Customers come first at Cherry Casino. They are known to have some of the best customer service in the online casino industry. You can contact them via email, fax, and telephone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The only form of support that Cherry Casino lacks is live chat support. The support staff at the Cherry Casino is professional, courteous, and available at any time, day or night, 7 days a week.
Our Verdict
In all, Cherry is a basic casino, with excellent service. If you are looking for a good old fashioned no-nonsense casino then Cherry has lots to offer. What Cherry Casino lacks in graphics and sleekness it makes up for in good old fashioned customer service and speedy payouts. This is solid casino entertainment - we`re sure you`ll have fun gambling here.