Comparing Poker Sites – How to Compare Poker Sites

These sites accept US Poker Players.

• Which Poker Sites Are Available To You?

First you’ll have to narrow your search by looking at which poker sites are compatible with your computer, and which poker sites are available in your area. PC users will have no problem finding a poker site. Every poker site on the market is available for the Windows operating system. Mac users will have a somewhat more difficult time. Full Tilt Poker, Party Poker, Bodog Poker, and PokerStars all make native Macintosh versions of their poker applications. For Mac users who would prefer a different site, some poker rooms can be played directly in your browser, though the experience is sometimes lacking compared to that of native software.

Next, you’ll have to make sure that a given poker site is available in your location. Sites such as Party Poker, Titan Poker, and Hollywood Poker are not available in the US as of this time. Many popular sites, such as Full Tilt Poker, PlayersOnly, Carbon Poker, Ultimate Bet, and Poker Stars are available in the US, but beware of state restrictions. For example, Sportsbook and PlayersOnly are not available to residents of Washington or Missouri. Note that Sportsbook is available exclusively to US players.

• Sign-Up Bonuses And Poker Types

The next thing you’ll want to consider when choosing a poker site are sign-up bonuses. Most poker sites offer some sort of initial deposit bonus. Basically, the site will match a portion of your initial deposit, and gradually reward your account as you continue to play. These bonuses are typically 100% or more, with a maximum bonus of $1,000 and up. Ultimate Bet is known to have one of the best sign-up bonuses in the industry, with a 111% match up to $1,100. Use the code: EASYUB.

Virtually all online poker sites include the most popular game types, such as Texas Hold’em, Omaha, and Stud. For players looking for more unusual game types, such as 5 Card Draw, Razz, or mixed games like HORSE, try visiting sites such as Carbon Poker, Full Tilt Poker, and Poker Stars.

• Competition

If you’re a novice poker player, you’ll want to try a site that isn’t overrun with card sharks who will knock you out of a tournament before your fun even begins. Experienced players will find sites with soft play even more appealing.

Sites such as Sportsbook and Bwin feature sports betting in addition to poker. These sites are a breeding ground for soft and wild play coming from novice poker players who normally only use the site for sports betting.

Ultimately, it’s advisable to research a few poker sites available to you before making a final decision and depositing your hard-earned money.

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