In the past few months we have talked a lot about recent VIP changes that PokerStars has implemented and how it drove a huge number of regulars out of the room.
There are so many options out there for these players that finding the ideal network/room can be challenging (even for more experienced players), but don't worry, we are here to help you with your decision!
As of the current standings, we expect the highest raceback returns at BetVictor and Intertops in January.
The €2,000 BetVictor exclusive race kicked off on December 27 and as of the latest update, there are only 3 players competing for the €750 first place prize!
There are 10 paying spots on the leaderboard so it's safe to say that players who join the BetVictor race can expect extremely good returns from the race.
BetVictor is a room in the Microgaming network and in addition to raceback returns, players can also boost their total returns with the 200% max first deposit bonus (25% return) and the 30% fix loyalty returns.
If we take into account the extreme raceback and the FD bonus + VIP returns it's clear that BetVictor is one of the best rooms to start the year at!
Intertops Poker is running 2 x $3,000 exclusive cash races in January and based on past races, players can expect average raceback returns of 20-25%
Intertops is a room in the Revolution network and is a great choice for high-volume players as every Rakerace.com member is eligible for the 36% rakeback offer!
The 200% max $1,000 first deposit bonus provides an additional 21% return for total returns of up to 82%!
Now let's take a look at the iPoker network, which also offers very high returns for the month!
Everest Poker is running 2 x $4,000 exclusive cash races this month and if play continues at the current pace, players can expect an average raceback of 43% which is the highest in the network. The Everest exclusive races usually provide an average raceback of ~20% so there is plenty of value even if a lot of new players join the race.
The race has 40 paying spots which makes it great for both lower volume players ($5 return from less than €1 in rake) and higher stakes grinders ($1,000 first place prize) aswell.
Players can boost their total returns to up to 116% with the Everest VIP system (up to 48%) and the 200% max €1,500 first deposit bonus.
Attention! In order to be eligible for prizes, players need to deposit at least $25 during the period of each race of that month. If a player deposits during the period of the 2nd race, they will be eligible for the prize of the 2nd race only.
Gala Poker is also a good choice for players who play a lot of tables/hands as every player registered through Rakerace.com is automatically put on the highest VIP level, which provides a 30,48% cashback!
In January, Gala Poker is running 2 x $5,000 exclusive cash races with $1,200 first place prizes and as of the current standings, players can expect an average raceback of 33% in the first race.
The 100% max £200 provides an additional 30% return, players who take advantage of all the above offers can achieve returns of up to 93%.
Mybet and Betfair are both running two exclusive cash races each in January, the first $5,000 exclusive Mybet race of the month provides a 27% return as of the latest update while Betfair players can expect an average raceback of 20% in the $2,500 exclusive race.
Both of these rooms also offer a high value VIP/Loyalty system (up to 50% at Mybet and 35% at Betfair) and good first deposit bonuses (15%/20%) so players who take advantage of all the offers can achieve returns of 75-98%.
We recently published an article that introduces some of our smaller partner rooms such as TigerGaming, Unibet and PokerKing in detail. All of these rooms have something unique about them (field skill level, very high first deposit bonus returns etc.) and provide high returns, check out the article for more information and the numbers below for current returns expectations.
TigerGaming: 108%
Unibet: 85%
PokerKing: 50% VIP + raceback (no fresh numbers for this race as of now, but since this is a new partner room, we expect high raceback)
In addition to the extreme value BetVictor race, Microgaming players can also participate in the €3,000 exclusive Betsson Group cash race. This race can be accessed from Betsson, Betsafe, Triobet and NordicBet and based on the previous race results, players can expect an average raceback of 30% an an additional 6% raceback from the €20,000 pooled race.
Betsson players can also enjoy the benefits of the Betsson Loyalty program and the 200% max €1,000 first deposit bonus for total returns of up to 86%.
Our new partner room, PlanetWin365 is also running a €2,000 exclusive race in January that should provide great returns. PlanetWin365 is a room in the rapidly growing The Hive network that also offers players a €500 first deposit bonus (25% cashback) as well as a VIP Program that provides additional returns of up to 25%.
Partypoker players can participate in a $20,000 pooled race that provides an average raceback of 10%. Players who also take advantage of the first deposit bonus (25% return) and the VIP system (up to 30% return) can achieve total returns of up to 65%.
Partypoker is a great choice for players who want to play in a clean poker environment, the room has banned the use of HUDs and seating scripts and runs plenty of recreational-friendly promotions every month.
If you are still not sure which rooms would suit you the best, please don't hesitate to contact our support team, they will gladly help you make the correct decision!
Make the most of your play in 2016 with our exclusive VIP and raceback offers!
Good luck and have fun at the tables!
