Paddypower is the online casino side of Paddy Power, the largest bookmaker in Ireland, listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Software and license
Paddy Power uses Wagerworks non-download software and is licensed in Alderney under the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
Reliability
As a software provider, Wagerworks has the unique acolade of none of its licensees ever having been the subject of a legitimate player payment dispute, to the best of my knowledge.
Given this exemplary record, the choice of words in the PaddyPower bonus terms and conditions is poor:
Any players, who, in the opinion of Paddypowercasino.com, abuse this offer, will have their
bonus forfeited and accounts closed.
Since neither Paddy Power nor any other Wagerworks casino has to the best of my knowledge ever done this, why use such vague and unprofessional language?
Games
PaddyPower does not offer any particularly outstanding games in terms of player return - the lowest house edge game is Power Blackjack at 99.77% with perfect play.
Comps
The Paddy Power comp point system is reasonably generous, at 0.1% for all games. It's for this reason that I've given Paddy slight prioritisation on the site over other reliable Wagerworks casinos, which offer much lower comps for blackjack play.
Payments
They pay swiftly, anything from a minute or two to a few hours. Customer service is always fast and efficient.
Barcelona, baby
On a personal note, I was lucky enough to win a three-day trip to Barcelona in a roulette promotion draw at Paddy Power two years ago, to see a football game in the Nou Camp. Football isn't really my thing and I wasn't totally looking forward to it, but in the end it was a great experience, VIP tickets and everything. Thanks, Paddy.
Overall rating
I rate Paddy Power at 8 out of 10.