Last updated: June 2026 — James Wilson, Staffpsi

How We Rate

Our Review Methodology at Staffpsi

At Staffpsi, every review published on staffpsi.com is the result of a structured, hands-on evaluation process. Our lead reviewer, James Wilson, personally tests each platform before a single word is written. This page explains exactly how we assess online casinos operating in the Philippine market, so you always know what our scores mean and how we arrived at them.

Who Reviews the Sites

James Wilson is the author and owner of Staffpsi. With years of experience evaluating regulated online gaming platforms across Southeast Asia, James brings first-hand knowledge to every assessment. He creates real player accounts, deposits his own funds, places actual wagers, requests withdrawals, and contacts customer support — all before forming a judgment. No review on this site is written from the outside looking in.

James operates independently of all casino operators. Staffpsi accepts no payment from platforms in exchange for favorable scores or editorial positions. Affiliate relationships, where they exist, are disclosed transparently and have no influence on the final rating awarded to any site.

Our Step-by-Step Review Process

Every casino reviewed on Staffpsi goes through the same structured sequence of steps:

• Step 1 — Registration: James signs up using standard player credentials, testing how smooth and secure the account creation process is.
• Step 2 — License Verification: We confirm the platform holds a valid gaming license recognized in the Philippine market and check for active certifications from independent auditors.
• Step 3 — Deposit Testing: A real deposit is made using payment methods popular with Filipino players, including e-wallets and local bank transfer options.
• Step 4 — Gameplay Evaluation: James plays a representative selection of slots, table games, and live dealer titles to assess quality, fairness, and loading performance.
• Step 5 — Bonus Claiming: Welcome offers and ongoing promotions are claimed and tested against their stated terms and conditions.
• Step 6 — Withdrawal Request: A withdrawal is initiated to verify payout speed and confirm that the process is straightforward for real players.
• Step 7 — Support Contact: The customer support team is contacted via live chat and email to assess responsiveness and the quality of assistance provided.
• Step 8 — Mobile Testing: The platform is accessed on a mobile browser and, where available, a dedicated app to evaluate the mobile experience.
• Step 9 — Final Scoring: All findings are compiled and scored against our weighted criteria before the review is written and published.

Rating Criteria and Weightings

Each platform is scored out of 10 points across six key categories. These category scores are then combined according to their assigned weight to produce a final overall rating out of 10. Here is how the weighting breaks down:

Rating Category	Weight	What We Evaluate
Licensing & Safety	25%	Valid gaming license, SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, data protection practices
Bonuses & Promotions	20%	Welcome offer value, wagering requirements, fairness of terms, variety of ongoing promotions
Game Selection	20%	Total number of titles, software providers, slot variety, live dealer coverage, game quality
Payment Methods	15%	Deposit and withdrawal options, payout speed, minimum and maximum limits, local payment support
Customer Support	10%	Availability hours, response time, quality of answers, number of contact channels
Mobile Experience	10%	Browser compatibility, app availability, loading speed, navigation ease on smaller screens

Understanding Our Rating Scale

All sites receive a final score out of 10. Here is what each score range means in practical terms:

• 9.0 – 10.0 — Outstanding: An elite platform that excels across all categories. Highly recommended.
• 7.5 – 8.9 — Very Good: A strong, trustworthy platform with only minor shortcomings.
• 6.0 – 7.4 — Average: Meets the basics but has notable areas that need improvement.
• 4.0 – 5.9 — Below Average: Significant issues present. Approach with caution.
• 0.0 – 3.9 — Poor: Serious red flags identified. We do not recommend these platforms.

How Staffpsi Stays Unbiased

Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. James Wilson sets editorial policy without input from any casino operator. Our scores are never negotiated, adjusted on request, or influenced by advertising spend. Where affiliate commission arrangements exist, these are clearly disclosed on relevant pages. We apply the same review criteria to every platform we assess in 2026, regardless of size or reputation, so you can compare results fairly across all our coverage.

If you have questions about our methodology or want to report inaccurate information, you are welcome to reach out directly through the contact page on staffpsi.com.