It is a surprising fact that many gamblers, including regulars, are not familiar with the different types of slot machines present in a UK casino. For most people, slot machines simply symbolize money, money and more money. At casinos, all slot machines tend to look similar with handles, coin slots and flashing lights. If you are into playing in internet bingo and casinos, even online casinos, then it is important to be able to distinguish between the various types of slot machines.

Types Of Slot Machines

The different types of slot machines commonly seen in casinos are:

• Multiplier

• Bonus multiplier

• Multiple pay line

• Buy-a-pay

• Progressive slots

Reading Slot Machines

The best way to differentiate between slot machines is by looking at the payout schedule that is displayed on the front. You could also look for the coin denomination or value that is required to play that particular slot machine. A common observation in free bingo and casinos is that players drop quarters into dollar machines or vice versa only to find that the coin drops through and falls back into the tray.

If you want to play one coin at a time, the multiplier machine would be your best bet. It pays out for specific symbols and the number of coins that are being played helps to multiply it.

The bonus multiplier works in almost the same way as the multiplier. The only difference being that it gives a bonus if you hit the jackpot. Multiple pay line machines have various lines of play. Each coin that you use will activate a certain line. In buy-a-pay machines, every coin you use will activate a separate payout. In these machines, playing with the maximum number of coins will help you hit the biggest jackpot. Progressive slot machines take a fraction of the money played and include it with the pool for the big jackpot. If you are using a progressive machine, then it is always advisable to play with the maximum number of coins.