David Thompson
With 10 years of experience tracking over $2.3 million in casino bonuses, David knows exactly which offers are worth your time—and which are traps.
From Affiliate Marketer to Bonus Hunter
David Thompson started in the casino industry as an affiliate marketer over a decade ago. What began as tracking commissions quickly evolved into a passion for understanding the mathematics behind casino bonuses. He realized that most players were claiming offers without understanding the fine print—and losing money as a result.
"I've seen bonuses that look amazing but have wagering requirements that make them impossible to clear," says David. "My job is to separate the genuine value from the marketing fluff. Over 10 years, I've tracked over $2.3 million in bonus value and learned exactly how the math works."
Core Expertise
How David Evaluates a Bonus
David's bonus evaluation formula considers five key factors:
- Wagering Requirement: Usually 30x-40x is fair; anything above 50x is questionable
- Game Contribution: Slots usually count 100%, but table games may count only 10% or 0%
- Max Bet Limit: If the max bet is too low ($5), it's hard to clear; if too high, it might be a trap
- Time Limit: 30 days is standard; 7-14 days is too short for most players
- Restricted Games: Some games are excluded or contribute less—David flags these
Read our full bonus testing methodology →
Latest Bonus Analyses by David
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Industry Recognition
- Affiliate Summit: Speaker on "Bonus Economics in Regulated Markets" (2025)
- Gambling.com: Featured bonus expert (2023-present)
- Casino Affiliate Programs: Contributor to industry best practices
