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PokerStars Overview
Rakeback & Rewards
PokerStars's reward system explained tier-by-tier.
Detailed tier information coming soon.
Rakeback range: 15-60%
Rake Structure
How much rake you'll actually pay at each stake level.
No Limit Hold'em
| Stakes | Rake % | Cap (6-max) |
|---|---|---|
| Micro ($0.01/$0.02 - $0.05/$0.10) | 5% | $0.50 |
| Low ($0.10/$0.25 - $0.50/$1) | 5% | $1.50 |
| Mid ($1/$2 - $2/$5) | 5% | $5.00 |
| High ($5/$10 - $25/$50) | 5% | $6.50 |
Pot Limit Omaha
| Stakes | Rake % | Cap (6-max) |
|---|---|---|
| Micro ($0.01/$0.02 - $0.05/$0.10) | 5% | $1.00 |
| Low ($0.10/$0.25 - $0.50/$1) | 5% | $2.00 |
| Mid ($1/$2 - $2/$5) | 5% | $5.00 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Largest player pool in the world
- Best tournament schedule (Sunday Million, WCOOP, SCOOP)
- Widest game variety (NLH, PLO, PLO5, Stud, Draw, Mixed)
- Best-in-class software and mobile app
- Select/Select+ up to 60% for high volume
- Most trusted brand in poker
Cons
- Lower base rakeback than competitors (15% at entry)
- Not available to US players in most states
- Games generally tougher (more regs)
- Chest system adds variance to rewards
Ratings Breakdown
Current Promotions
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PokerStars Spin & Go Leaderboard
Weekly leaderboard for Spin & Go players with $30K+ in weekly prizes. Points based on games played and multipliers hit. Separate boards for each buy-in level.
Sunday Million — $1M Weekly Guaranteed
The world's longest-running weekly $1M guaranteed tournament. $109 buy-in with daily satellites from $2.20. Anniversary editions regularly boost to $10M+. PokerStars' flagship weekly event.
First Deposit Bonus — 100% up to $600
New PokerStars players earn a 100% match on first deposit up to $600. Released in $10 increments as you earn 200 redemption points per $10. 60-day clearing window. The largest welcome bonus in regulated poker.
Stars Rewards — Up to 60% Rakeback
PokerStars' chest-based loyalty program. Earn reward points through play, open chests for cash and prizes. Effective rakeback ranges from 15% (casual) to 60% (Select+). Tier status determines chest upgrade frequency.
PokerStars Stars Rewards
PokerStars Stars Rewards program offers chest-based rakeback from 15% to 60%. High-volume players can unlock Select and Select+ tiers for even better returns.
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