Last updated: May 2026 — Lachlan Drummond, Cleanuppc
How We Rate PayID Pokies Sites: Our Review Methodology
Our Commitment to Honest, Independent Reviews
At Cleanuppc (cleanuppc.info), every casino review you read has been personally tested and written by Lachlan Drummond. This page explains exactly how those reviews are produced, what criteria we measure, how we score each site, and why Australian players can trust our findings to be free from operator influence.
We believe you deserve to know how a review was built before you act on it. That transparency starts here.
Who Reviews the Sites
Lachlan Drummond is the sole author and owner of Cleanuppc. Every PayID pokies site listed or rated on this domain has been opened, funded, and tested by Lachlan personally before a single word of the review is written. No site receives a rating based on operator-supplied information alone, and no third party writes reviews on behalf of Cleanuppc without full disclosure.
Lachlan brings a focused understanding of the Australian online gambling market, PayID payment infrastructure, and the specific needs of Australian pokies players in 2026. That specialised knowledge shapes every rating decision made on this site.
Our Step-by-Step Review Process
Each site goes through the following stages before it earns a rating on Cleanuppc:
- Step 1 — Initial screening. We check the operator's licensing status, ownership history, and any documented player complaints before creating an account.
- Step 2 — Account registration. Lachlan creates a real player account using standard Australian details to assess how smooth and secure the sign-up process actually is.
- Step 3 — PayID deposit testing. A real deposit is made via PayID to verify processing speed, minimum and maximum limits, and whether the payment method works exactly as advertised for Australian players.
- Step 4 — Bonus evaluation. We opt into the welcome bonus or current promotions, read the full terms and conditions, and track wagering requirements from start to finish.
- Step 5 — Game library audit. We browse and play a representative sample of pokies and table games, noting software providers, load speed, and game quality.
- Step 6 — Customer support testing. We contact support via live chat and email with a mix of straightforward and edge-case questions to measure response time and accuracy.
- Step 7 — Mobile testing. The site is accessed on both iOS and Android devices, with gameplay, deposits, and account management all tested on mobile browsers or native apps.
- Step 8 — Withdrawal testing. Where possible, a PayID withdrawal is requested to confirm processing time, any fees, and whether the experience matches the operator's stated policy.
- Step 9 — Scoring and writing. All findings are compiled into a structured score using the weighted criteria below, and the review is written based solely on that first-hand evidence.
Rating Criteria and Weightings
Each site is scored out of 10 across six categories. The categories carry different weights to reflect their importance to Australian PayID pokies players.
| Category |
Weighting |
What We Measure |
| Licensing and Safety |
25% |
Valid gambling licence, SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, fair ownership history |
| Bonuses and Promotions |
20% |
Bonus value, wagering requirements, time limits, game restrictions, overall fairness |
| Game Selection |
20% |
Number and variety of pokies, software providers, RTP transparency, live casino options |
| Payment Methods |
15% |
PayID availability and speed, deposit and withdrawal limits, fees, processing reliability |
| Customer Support |
10% |
Response time, accuracy, availability hours, channel options |
| Mobile Experience |
10% |
Site or app performance on iOS and Android, full feature availability on mobile |
Understanding Our Rating Scale
Final scores are expressed as a single number out of 10, calculated from the weighted category scores. Here is how to interpret those numbers:
- 9.0 – 10.0 — Outstanding. An exceptional site that leads the market across nearly all criteria. Strongly recommended.
- 7.5 – 8.9 — Very Good. A reliable, high-quality option with only minor shortcomings. Recommended for most players.
- 6.0 – 7.4 — Decent. A serviceable site with notable strengths but clear areas for improvement. Suitable for some players.
- 4.0 – 5.9 — Below Average. Significant weaknesses that Australian players should be aware of before signing up.
- Below 4.0 — Poor. We do not recommend these sites. Issues may include weak licensing, predatory bonus terms, or unreliable payments.
How Cleanuppc Stays Unbiased
Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. Here is how we protect it:
- No pay-to-review arrangements. Operators cannot pay to receive a review, a higher score, or a featured placement based on financial considerations alone.
- Affiliate relationships disclosed. Cleanuppc may earn a commission if you sign up through one of our links. This is disclosed clearly and never influences the score a site receives. A poor site gets a poor score regardless of its affiliate terms.
- Scores are not negotiated. Operators are not contacted for comment before a review is published, and no score is adjusted in response to operator feedback.
- Regular re-reviews. Sites are re-tested when ownership changes, licensing status updates, or significant player complaints emerge. A score can go up or down based on current performance.
- One reviewer, consistent standards. Because Lachlan Drummond applies the same methodology to every site, scores are directly comparable across the entire Cleanuppc database.
Questions About Our Methodology
If you have a question about how a specific site was rated, or if you believe a score needs to be revisited based on new information, you are welcome to reach out directly through the contact page on cleanuppc.info. Player feedback is taken seriously and can trigger a formal re-review when supported by evidence.