About Absolute Magazine

Absolute Magazine is an independent review platform built for UK players who want a straight answer on non GamStop casinos — which ones are worth your time, which ones aren't, and why.

Who we are

We're a small team of writers and former iGaming compliance professionals based in the UK. Our backgrounds span casino operations, regulatory analysis and affiliate marketing — which means we know both how this industry presents itself and how it actually operates behind the scenes.

We started this site because too much of what's published about non GamStop casinos online is written by people who've never actually played at the operators they're recommending. We do things differently.

How we review casinos

Every casino featured on Absolute Magazine goes through the same process: we register a real account, deposit our own money, claim the advertised bonus, and request a withdrawal. We check the licence is genuine and active. We read the terms in full, not just the headline offer. And we test customer support directly rather than assuming it works.

Operators that fail on payout speed, unclear terms, or unresponsive support don't make our recommended list — regardless of how generous their affiliate programme is.

Our editorial standards

  • All reviews are written by people who have personally tested the casino in question
  • Bonus terms and wagering requirements are verified at the time of publication
  • Pages are reviewed and updated regularly, with the last update date shown on every page
  • Affiliate relationships are disclosed and never influence our ratings
  • We don't accept payment in exchange for positive coverage

Meet the team

Daniel Whitmore — Lead Editor & Casino Analyst. Daniel has spent more than eight years reviewing online casinos and writing about the iGaming industry, and personally tests every operator featured on this site before it's recommended.

Get in touch

Questions, corrections, or feedback are always welcome — visit our Contact page or email us directly at [email protected]. We read every message and usually reply within two business days.