Here are my top 9 tips to help you increase your chances of winning at online slots:

1. Set your bankroll

Because slot machines are essentially a game of chance, realistically you have to be prepared for a loss. Setting your bankroll in advance prevents you from being caught up in the excitement of playing online slots and spending money you might not be able to afford.

On the other hand, you should also set a goal for a win as well. Casinos know that if you continue playing, you’re likely to put your winnings straight back into the machine. So tell yourself beforehand: “If I win $x I’m walking away.” Then go an buy yourself something nice!

2. Know Your Machine

Each machine has a slightly different strategy to maximize your winnings. Spend a few minutes to get to know the machine you’re playing before you start spending. Make sure you play the right amount of coins for best payout.

3. Go for highest payback possible

Because online slot machines are a game of change, when you win you need to get the biggest payback you can. Players has a far better chance of winning on online slots when payback percentages are bigger.

Online casinos generally payback between 75 – 97%. Look for casinos that have online slot machines with payouts of 97% – that simply means these machines payout more, so your chances of winning are greater. (Note: Slotland payout at 98%!)

4. Play maximum coins at all times

Payback percentages on online slot machines are calculated to include jackpot amounts. However, jackpots are only paid on maximum coins played – that’s the incentive to play maximum coins.

As online slots are a game of chance, you’re really playing for the jackpot; that’s where the big money it. Winning a jackpot will change your life, so you want to always play maximum coins so you’re always in the running for the jackpot.

5. Don’t play online progressive slot machines on a small bankroll

Payouts on progressives are much lower than on regular slot machines, as the jackpots and chances of winning are much less.

These machines payout jackpots larger than $1,000,000 so you should not play them if you’re just after a bit of fun – they consume your bankroll quickly and don’t payout often – those jackpots need to be paid for!

7. Single pay line machines are good

If you have small bankroll, these online slot machines are less expensive to play. It allows you to play for longer and you still have the chance of hitting a jackpot, so single pay line machines are great for casual players.

8. Play only two coin or three coin machines

Because you want to play maximum coins, choose the machine that best fits your budget. Your money will last longer on a two coin machine than on a three coin machine. You’ll be able to play for longer, pursuing that jackpot, and as we know, it’s the thrill of playing for the jackpot that attracts people to slots.

If you are more of a serious player and really want to have fun, then there is one online slot machine you can play where, with the correct strategy, the odds are in your favor:

9. Play Video Poker Slots

When played correctly, video poker slot machines put the odds in your favor. Each machine has its own optimum strategy and when you strictly follow it, you can make consistent profits over time.

Sp what’s your game?

Essentially, you have three choices in online slot machines:

1. Progressives offer huge payouts, but the odds of winning are well and truly against you.

2. The ordinary, non-progressive slot machines have smaller, individual jackpots, but you may find enjoyable because they allow you to play for longer.

3. If you want to have fun and win a lot of money, video poker is the game to play.

Above all, follow the tips, have fun and be lucky!