Review of Players Only Poker

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Deposit Options 

OK, you want to know what it's like playing at Players Only Poker, well let's take it from the most logical starting point how to deposit your cash. PlayersOnly has a minimum deposit limit of $20 which, in comparison to many other online sites, is very good and this means that even players on a budget can cash in some chips and join the action.

There are three deposit options: Visa, MasterCard or cash transfer. This selection isn't comprehensive by any stretch of the imagination but for the majority of players it will be sufficient. US players who have had trouble depositing with credit cards on other sites can breathe a sigh of relief as PlayersOnly boasts one of the highest acceptance rates for credit card transactions.

When you've amassed a sizeable chunk of change you will have slightly more withdrawal options available to line your pockets. Wire transfers to your bank, e-wallet transfers (Neteller, MoneyBookers) and cashier's check are the best ways to extract your cash.

Software

So what does the site look like? Adequate would be the simple answer. The table graphics do their job well but without any real panache. Certainly the most impressive feature is the live like avatars that are used. Each one is created using a photographic image of a model and this is something that definitely adds a touch of authenticity to the game. Some aspects of the table are a little crowded but overall the games run smooth and without any major faults.

Multi-tabling is possible (up to 10 simultaneously) which is good for professional grinders but the inability to use tracking software will be a major negative point for serious players. The site does offer an inbuilt stats feature but this doesn't really compensate. For recreational players though this is actually a good thing as it makes it more difficult for the sharks to play stacks of tables and still be able to skin the fish. In my opinion the site has got all the basics right when it comes to the overall look, feel and playability of the site.

Type of Games

PlayersOnly Poker's whole raison d'etre is to ensure online poker players have a gaming experience that is second to none.

All variants of Hold'em are on offer right up to the 500/1000 level as is the increasingly popular Pot Limit Omaha. There is a small number of fixed limit Omaha and Omaha hi/lo tables as well as Pot Limit and No Limit Omaha hi/lo tables. Stud and Stud hi/lo are available but the action is limited in these games.

The range of MTTs on offer is good and usually offers some mouthwatering overlays. There are a large number of regular freerolls and satellites for those who aren't ready to play the large buy-in games. STTs players will be more than satisfied, whether you're a wannabe star or established legend there are games to suit your bankroll, from a comfortable $1 stake to a nerve tingling $5K buy-in. 

Promotions and Bonuses

Bonuses are where a site is made or broken and thankfully Players Only know the type of incentives real players want. Every first depositor is entered into a $500 guaranteed "Welcome Freeroll� which could mean a great start to your PlayersOnly experience. The site's "Big Buck Hands� promotion is offering any player who makes four of a kind entry to a private $10K guaranteed tournament. Satellite tournaments are also available with all the major tournaments being covered as well as special TV tournaments, such as the English Poker Open.

PlayersOnly has a Gold Chip loyalty system. Players are awarded 1 frequent player point (FPP) for every $1 staked in ring games and 7 FPPs for every $1 paid in tournament juice. "Every point spent is a point earned� is the motto of PlayersOnly and they ensure that every player gets the maximum amount of points whatever stakes they play. Once a player reaches 120 FPPs they are awarded a gold chip and from that point on each gold chip is earned at a descending rate of FPPs. Chips can be exchanged for iPods, tournament tickets, caps and much more

Customer Support

Sometimes finding someone to help you at an online poker site is like finding a loose $1K poker chip in a crowded casino. PlayersOnly realise this and have made every effort to make your playing experience as stress free as possible. Email, phone and live support are available 24/7 and short of being able to send smoke signals there is little more you could ask of the site.

Summary

So we've come to the end of our whistle-stop tour of Players Only poker. The great thing about this site is that at its heart are a group of poker players who know first hand what it's like to play online poker. The site has done all the basics well and covered all the bases which is crucial if you're going to create a successful site. From start to finish everything is efficient, well presented, reliable and stress free. Online poker is meant to be enjoyable as well as profitable and at PlayersOnly poker you will find a site that can cater these needs extremely well.