Poker Time

PokerTime is the latest poker room from the Fortune Lounge Group, which also operates Royal Vegas Poker. It is part of the Prima Poker network, and players benefit from the network promotions and tournaments. Being part of this network also means that there are always plenty of people to play against. The network and the operators are well-established and reputable.

There is a generous sign-up bonus of up to $1,000 for a mere $20 deposit. The bonus requires you to earn a certain amount of points in your first 90 days, and is released in $20 increments. There are lots of lucrative tournaments, including 4 daily $1,000 Welcome tournaments. An average number of players play on the ring tables at any given time, with traffic increasing significantly during tournaments. The competition ranges from easy to tough, depending on the table limits.

The software is geared towards quick and efficient play. There are no distracting graphics and plenty of useful feature, like player notes and game play statistics. All standard varieties of poker are offered and limits are available to suit all types of players, from total novices to high rollers. Loyalty points can be earned, and cash commissions are paid for referring friends.

PokerTime currently offers the following bonuses and promotions:

• Deposit $20 - get up to $1,000 bonus, subject to earning bonus redemption points.

• Poker Points Challenge - top points earners share $40,000

• 4 Daily $1,000 Welcome freerolls

• Lots of high value tournaments and freerolls, including weekly $100,000 Guaranteed

• Progressive Bad Beat Jackpot
• Refer A Friend program - earn $50 per player referred
• Magic Hand Bonus - $2,500 shared every 4 millionth hand

Loyalty Scheme:

• Poker Players Club - earn points for every raked hand, every pot entered and every tournament fee paid. These can be used for tournament entry, and soon for ring game entry and cash prizes.

Rake:
PokerTime is one of very few poker rooms that explain their rake structures in detail. The rake varies according to the table limit and the number of players in the hand. The lowest limit tables have a maximum rake of 7c, and the maximum rake at the higher limit tables is $3.

Traffic:
Traffic averages out at 2,500 players on the ring games, and reaches 13,000 to 14,000 players during peak tournament times.

Software And Features:
The Microgaming/Prima Poker software is a solid poker platform. The interface is slick and efficient, without being particularly graphics intensive. There are no player avatars, which some players may miss, but you can create a personal profile. The software is quick and there are turbo tables on offer. Notes can be taken and saved on individual players, and one can search for specific players. You can check on your raked hands, allowing you to keep track of loyalty points earned. All game play is automatically logged and statistics are always available. Interesting features include the side jackpots and fixed odds side bets on the outcome of a hand.

Supported Games And Limits:
Hold`em, Omaha, 7-Card Stud and 5-Card Stud are offered, all with Limit, Pot Limit and No Limit options. Stakes range from 5c/10c micro-limit tables to $100/$200 high roller tables. You can also create a private game for you and your friends.

Deposit And Withdrawal Options:
Deposit options: NETeller, Click2Pay, FirePay, PaySpark, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, Ukash, UseMyBank, Delta, Solo, Switch, Maestro, InstaDebit, eCheck, money transfer.
Withdrawals: NETeller, Click2Pay, FirePay, PaySpark, check, ACH.

Competition:
Competition varies according to the table limits. As PokerTime is part of the Prima Poker network, it attracts many of these network players, a good proportion of whom are experienced. Easier players are normally found at the micro-limit, lower and medium limit tables, as they work their way up the betting scale. However, the higher limit tables usually contain seasoned players, and thus should not be approached loosely.

Player Service:
Support is 24/7, and is generally quick, efficient and knowledgeable. It is accessed by toll-free phone and email.

Downsides:
Those who prefer high-end graphics may be a little disappointed.
Sign-up bonus only released in $20 increments.