About Us

Sweeps exists to help US players make sense of the sweepstakes casino space — a category that has grown quickly, changed frequently, and generated a lot of confusion along the way. This page explains who we are, how our reviews are built, and what you can expect from every comparison we publish.

Who We Are

Sweeps is an independent comparison site focused entirely on sweepstakes casinos and social casinos operating in the United States. Our editorial work is led by Daniel Campbell, who researches, verifies and writes the reviews and comparisons you find across this site.

We are not affiliated with any of the platforms we cover. Our job is to give players an honest, readable account of how each platform works — including its limitations — so they can decide for themselves whether it suits them.

What We Actually Do

Every platform listed on this site has been researched and reviewed against a consistent set of criteria. That means reading through terms and conditions, verifying welcome offer details, checking state eligibility lists, confirming redemption thresholds and identity verification requirements, and reviewing the breadth of the games catalogue. We do not claim to have deposited funds, played for prizes or tested withdrawal speeds — we say "researched" and "verified" because that is what we do.

Our focus for this site is on platforms where the redemption process is as straightforward and timely as the published terms allow. Redemption speed matters to players, and it is one of the primary factors we weigh when ranking options.

How We Rank the Platforms We Cover

Editorial ratings reflect our independent assessment. No platform can buy a higher position, and commission arrangements — where they exist — do not influence where a site appears in our rankings. Where we earn a commission if a reader signs up through our links, we say so clearly on the relevant pages.

The factors we weigh include:

• Redemption process — how clearly the steps are explained, what the minimum threshold is, and what verification is required before a prize can be claimed
• Welcome offer terms — what the headline offer actually gives a new player, and what conditions apply to Sweepstakes Coins specifically
• Game variety — the range of slots, table games, and live-format options available with Sweepstakes Coins
• Daily rewards and ongoing promotions — free coin availability, login bonuses, tournaments and loyalty perks
• State eligibility and legal standing — which states are served, and whether the platform's sweepstakes model is clearly communicated
• No purchase necessary compliance — whether a genuine alternative method of entry (AMOE) is offered and accessible

Understanding the Sweepstakes Model

Sweepstakes casinos operate under a promotional sweepstakes model, not as licensed real-money gambling sites. That distinction matters both legally and practically. Most platforms use two types of virtual currency:

• Gold Coins (GC) — used for entertainment play only. They have no cash value and cannot be redeemed for prizes.
• Sweepstakes Coins (SC) — the promotional currency. Accumulated SC can be submitted for prize redemption, subject to minimum thresholds, identity verification, and the platform's terms.

Crucially, no purchase is required to receive Sweepstakes Coins. Legitimate platforms offer a free alternative method of entry — typically a mail-in request — meaning participation is open without spending money. We verify that each platform we list makes this option available and visible.

For a fuller explanation of how this model works and what responsible play looks like, see our responsible gambling guidance.

The Platforms We Cover

Our reviews cover ten sweepstakes casino platforms, each assessed individually. The highest-rated platforms on this site include Spinblitz (rated 10.0), MegaBonanza (9.9), and Lone Star (9.8), with Free Spins (9.7) and SplashCoins (9.6) also ranking highly. Lower down the list, Spree and Card Crush each carry a 9.3 rating, with Blitzmania at 9.2, Crown Coins at 9.1, and SweepKing at 8.9.

Every rating reflects our research at the time of the last review. Platforms change their terms, add games, alter redemption processes and occasionally exit certain states — so we update our assessments when material changes occur. The date shown at the top of each page reflects the most recent verification.

What We Do Not Do

• We do not claim any platform is "definitely legal" in a reader's state. Availability varies, laws change, and readers should verify their own eligibility before signing up.
• We do not guarantee redemption outcomes, withdrawal speeds or prize values. Casino-style games involve chance; outcomes are never certain.
• We do not imply that purchasing coin packages is required to participate — it is not, and we flag the free entry option prominently.
• We do not compare sweepstakes casinos directly to licensed real-money gambling sites. They share similar game formats but differ in legal framework, consumer protections and how prizes work.

A Note on State Availability and Tax

Sweepstakes casinos are governed largely at the state level in the US. Some states permit most operators; others have enacted restrictions or seen enforcement actions. Individual platforms also make their own decisions about which states they will serve. We include state eligibility information in our reviews, but readers should always check the operator's current terms directly — this information changes.

Prize redemptions may also carry tax obligations. Federal and state tax rules vary, and players who redeem prizes should keep records and consult official guidance or a qualified adviser if they are uncertain about their obligations.

Our Commercial Relationship With the Sites We List

Some of the platforms listed on this site have commercial arrangements with us — we may earn a commission if a reader creates an account through one of our links. This is how independent comparison sites like ours are funded. It does not change our editorial judgements: platforms are ranked on the criteria described above, and no commercial relationship buys a better position. We disclose commission relationships on the pages where they apply.

Get in Touch

If you have a question about one of our reviews, want to flag a change to a platform's terms, or have feedback on how we could improve, we welcome it. Accurate, up-to-date information is the point of this site, and reader input genuinely helps us maintain it.

You can reach us via our contact page, or by emailing [email protected]. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

If you have concerns about your own gaming habits, our responsible gambling page has practical guidance and links to independent support resources. You can also read our terms and conditions for full details of how this site operates.