How much is a free spin worth?
A spin is worth its stake going in and, on average, a little less coming out. Everything else follows from that.
By Ryan Jessop. Last checked .
Key takeaways
- A spin's value is its stake.
- Average return = stake × RTP.
- Free spins are usually worth £0.10 each.
- Compare offers in pounds, not spin counts.
The arithmetic
| Stake | Average back at 96% | Average cost |
|---|---|---|
| 10p | 9.6p | 0.4p |
| 20p | 19.2p | 0.8p |
| £1 | 96p | 4p |
| £5 | £4.80 | 20p |
Averages over millions of spins.
Free spins in pounds
| Offer | Spins | Each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayOJO | 80 | £0.10 | £8 |
| Coral | 100 | £0.10 | £10 |
| Ladbrokes | Up to 500 | £0.10 | Up to £50 |
Fifty spins at 20p equal a hundred at 10p. Always convert.
What reduces the value
- Wagering on winnings.
- A maximum win.
- A short expiry.
- A qualifying bet.
The three verified offers above have no wagering.
Spins and time
At 2.5 seconds each, 100 spins take just over four minutes. A spin's cost is small; the number of spins is what adds up. Use the spin calculator.
More guides: Slot features explained, UK slot rules and stake limits and Slot and spins glossary.
Stake, lines and coin value
On payline slots the total stake is the line stake multiplied by the number of lines. Ten lines at 2p is a 20p spin. Most modern slots fix the lines and let you choose the total. Where lines are selectable, as in Fluffy Favourites, switching lines off lowers the cost and removes ways to win in the same proportion.
Comparing two offers
| Offer | Spins | Spin value | Total | Wagering | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 100 | £0.10 | £10 | None | £10 of stakes; winnings are cash |
| B | 50 | £0.20 | £10 | None | Identical value to A |
| C | 200 | £0.10 | £20 | 10x on winnings | More stakes, but winnings are locked |
A and B are the same offer in different packaging. C looks biggest and is the hardest to turn into cash.
Maximum stake
The most a spin can cost in Britain is £5, or £2 for ages 18 to 24. At £5 a spin, 100 spins is £500 of stakes in just over four minutes.
From spin value to budget
Work backwards. Decide the budget, decide how many spins you want it to buy, and divide. £20 for 200 spins is 10p a spin. The spin calculator does this for any slot.
What feature spins are worth
Free spins triggered inside a slot play at the stake of the spin that triggered them. A feature won on a 20p spin plays 20p spins; the same feature on £1 plays £1 spins.
Slot figures are developers' published defaults, each confirmed against two sources; your casino may run a lower RTP. Offer terms dated 5 October 2026. How we check. 18+. Free help: 0808 8020 133 or safer gambling.
Frequently asked questions
What is a free spin worth?
Usually £0.10.
What is 100 free spins worth?
£10 at 10p.
What does a spin cost on average?
Stake × house edge.
How long do 100 spins take?
Just over four minutes.