GunsBet vs RocketPlay: Casino Comparison for Australians
GunsBet (Wild West theme, since 2017) and RocketPlay (space theme, since 2020) both accept Australians with AUD-denominated bonus terms and both use 40x wagering. RocketPlay scores 4.6 in our rating with a Casino.guru Safety Index of 9.8; GunsBet scores 3.8 with a Safety Index of 6.8 and terms that Casino.guru’s reviewers describe as somewhat unfair. GunsBet’s welcome package is slightly larger and its e-wallet menu wider; RocketPlay has withdrawal caps fixed in AUD with no daily limit, no withdrawal fees, cashback with x5 wagering and a sportsbook. Full reviews: GunsBet and RocketPlay.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | GunsBet | RocketPlay |
|---|---|---|
| BetsAuthority rating | 3.8 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Operator | Novatrix SRL (Costa Rica) | Scores55 Tech B.V. (Curaçao) |
| Licence | Tobique, No. 0000002 (Casino.guru also cites Anjouan) | Curaçao Gaming Authority |
| Launched | 2017 | 2020 |
| Welcome package | 335% up to A$2,900 + 310 FS over 3 deposits | Up to A$2,000 + 100 FS over 2 deposits |
| Wagering and validity | x40, 7 days | x40, 5 days; non-sticky |
| Minimum deposit | A$35 for bonuses | A$30 |
| Minimum withdrawal | A$30 | A$30 |
| Withdrawal limits | €2,000/day, €5,000/week, €20,000/month | A$9,000/week, A$35,000/month |
| Withdrawal speed | E-wallets instant after approval; cards and bank 1–3 banking days | Crypto and e-wallets instant after approval; bank 3–7 banking days |
| Fees | 2.5% on some methods (e.g. Paysafecard, AstroPay); intermediary bank fees up to ~€16 | None listed; withdrawals free |
| Cashback | – | 3–10% weekly from VIP level 4, x5 |
| Sportsbook | No | Yes |
| Safety record | Casino.guru 6.8; AskGamblers 8.2; most complaints resolved | Casino.guru 9.8; no relevant complaints |
| Dormancy fee | €20 per month | A$25 per month after 12 months |
| Studios blocked for AU | NetEnt and Amatic | NetEnt |
Welcome Bonuses
GunsBet uses three codes, each from a A$35 deposit with x40 wagering and 7 days to complete:
- GUNS1: 100% up to A$850 + 200 FS
- GUNS2: 110% up to A$950 + 50 FS
- GUNS3: 125% up to A$1,100 + 60 FS
RocketPlay uses two steps with x40 wagering and 5 days: 100% up to A$1,000 + 100 FS (minimum A$30), then 200% up to A$1,000 (minimum A$75). Its bonuses are non-sticky, so real-money winnings can be withdrawn by forfeiting the bonus.
| Deposits of A$100 each step | GunsBet | RocketPlay |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | A$100 + 200 FS | A$100 + 100 FS |
| Step 2 | A$110 + 50 FS | A$200 (200%) |
| Step 3 | A$125 + 60 FS | – |
| Total bonus on A$300 / A$200 deposited | A$335 + 310 FS | A$300 + 100 FS |
| Total turnover at x40 | A$13,400 | A$12,000 |
RocketPlay gives more bonus per dollar deposited (A$300 on A$200), while GunsBet gives more spins. GunsBet’s bonus terms also include a long excluded-games list. Read the excluded list before choosing a game: game weighting, sticky vs non-sticky.
A$13,400 of turnover is about 13,400 spins at A$1, or roughly 1,900 spins a day across GunsBet’s 7-day windows. For most players that volume is not realistic, so the deciding factor is what happens if you stop: at RocketPlay the non-sticky structure lets you keep real-money winnings, while at GunsBet you should check whether cancelling forfeits winnings linked to the bonus.
Recurring Offers
| Offer | GunsBet | RocketPlay |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 50 FS on 3×3 Hold the Spin for A$85+ (code COWBOYFS, x40) | – |
| Friday | 60% up to A$550 + 20 FS from A$35 (code SALOON, x40, A$1,500 win cap) | 20/50/100 FS for A$30/A$75/A$150+ (x40) |
| Sunday | – | 50% up to A$300 (x40) |
| Daily | Lucky Wheel | Missions, tournaments, RocketMart |
| Cashback | – | 3–10% weekly, x5, paid Thursdays |
Payments and Withdrawals
GunsBet’s cashier is wider on e-wallets: Skrill, Neteller, MuchBetter, SticPay, Rapid Transfer and AstroPay, plus cards and six cryptocurrencies. Some methods (Paysafecard, AstroPay) carry a 2.5% fee, and bank transfers may incur intermediary fees of up to about €16. RocketPlay takes cards, e-wallets and six cryptocurrencies, lists withdrawals as free and pays crypto and e-wallets instantly after approval.
After currency conversion the weekly and monthly caps are broadly similar: GunsBet’s €5,000 a week and €20,000 a month convert to more than A$5,000 and A$20,000, landing near RocketPlay’s A$9,000 and A$35,000 depending on the exchange rate. The practical differences are elsewhere. GunsBet adds a €2,000 daily cap, so a large win is paid out over several days even within the weekly allowance, and its AUD value moves with the euro. RocketPlay has no daily cap in our data, publishes its limits in AUD, and may split wins above A$20,000 into monthly instalments.
| Withdrawing A$8,000 | GunsBet | RocketPlay |
|---|---|---|
| Daily cap | €2,000 converted per day | None in our data |
| Requests needed | Several, over consecutive days | One, within the A$9,000 weekly cap |
| Currency risk | Cap value changes with EUR/AUD | Fixed in AUD |
On fees: a 2.5% deposit fee on A$200 costs A$5 per deposit. Choose a fee-free method where possible; see deposit fees explained.
Games
GunsBet lists 60+ studios; our stored list includes Pragmatic Play, Playtech, Yggdrasil, Thunderkick, Betsoft, BGaming, Wazdan and Evolution. RocketPlay’s includes Pragmatic Play, Play’n GO, Hacksaw Gaming, Nolimit City, Playtech, BGaming and Evolution, plus a sportsbook. NetEnt is blocked for Australians at both.
Licensing and Complaints
GunsBet’s footer cites Tobique licence No. 0000002 under Novatrix SRL, and Casino.guru also associates it with an Anjouan licence. Its complaints are mostly about delayed or cancelled withdrawals. RocketPlay holds a Curaçao licence and has no relevant complaints recorded by Casino.guru. Licence numbers matter for complaints: a regulator can only act on a licence it issued, so note the number shown in the footer on the day you register. Both casinos are offshore; see what offshore means for Australians.
Before You Register
- Pick a fee-free deposit method (cards and crypto at GunsBet; most methods at RocketPlay).
- At GunsBet, note the 7-day bonus window and the A$1,500 cap on Friday reload winnings.
- At RocketPlay, use the non-sticky structure: play the cash first and decide on the bonus only if the cash runs out.
- Complete ID, address and payment verification before requesting a withdrawal.
Verdict by Player Type
| Player type | Better fit | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Prioritises safety record | RocketPlay | Safety Index 9.8, no relevant complaints |
| Bonus value per dollar | RocketPlay | 200% second-deposit match; non-sticky |
| Free spins collector | GunsBet | 310 FS in the welcome pack plus Wednesday spins |
| E-wallet user | GunsBet | Skrill, Neteller, MuchBetter, SticPay |
| Wants limits fixed in AUD | RocketPlay | A$9,000 weekly and A$35,000 monthly, no daily cap |
| Regular weekly player | RocketPlay | Cashback at x5 |
| Bets on sport | RocketPlay | Sportsbook in the same account |
RocketPlay is the stronger choice on almost every measure. GunsBet suits e-wallet users who want more free spins and accept lower caps and weaker independent ratings. More pairs: comparisons hub, including RocketPlay vs Level Up.
Frequently Asked Questions
GunsBet advertises up to A$2,900 + 310 free spins over three deposits; RocketPlay up to A$2,000 + 100 free spins over two. Both use x40 wagering.
Some methods such as Paysafecard and AstroPay carry a 2.5% fee, and bank transfers may incur intermediary fees of up to about €16. Most methods are free.
RocketPlay allows A$9,000 a week and A$35,000 a month. GunsBet allows €2,000 a day, €5,000 a week and €20,000 a month, so its AUD value depends on the exchange rate and large wins are split by the daily cap.
No. RocketPlay’s bonuses are non-sticky, so you play real money first and can forfeit the bonus to withdraw real-money winnings.
No. GunsBet is casino only; RocketPlay combines casino and sportsbook.
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