How does a casino calculate comps?
For slots: “For slot clubs, this calculation is easy to obtain because the exact amount a player has wagered is tracked electronically. (Of course, it has no effect on your wins or losses.) Most of the time, the method used to calculate slot club points is available to the player. Check at the players’ club desk for that information. Typically, a player will get so many points for every $100 bet and can eventually trade in points for free stuff or cash. Slot club rules vary, so if you plan to play slots check around for the best deals. Also keep an eye out for promotions offering double and triple points.” For table games: “For table games, the comps calculation is a little different. Comps are calculated manually. Your play is graded with several variables considered including: Time played, House edge of game, Average wager, Number hands/decisions per hour, Skill of the player. What is happening when your play is being graded is that the casino is trying to determine how much they exp
