Slot Provider Comparison
The definitive guide to the top online slot studios — Pragmatic Play, Hacksaw, Nolimit City, and more compared head to head.
Pragmatic Play
9.2
Hacksaw Gaming
9.4
Nolimit City
9.5
Big Time Gaming
8.9
Play'n GO
8.7
Push Gaming
8.8
ELK Studios
8.6
Relax Gaming
8.7
Evolution Gaming
9.6
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pragmatic Play
9.2
Hacksaw Gaming
9.4
Nolimit City
9.5
Big Time Gaming
8.9
Play'n GO
8.7
Push Gaming
8.8
ELK Studios
8.6
Relax Gaming
8.7
Evolution Gaming
9.6
Founded
2015
2018
2014
2011
1997
2010
2012
2010
2006
HQ Country
Malta
Malta
Sweden
Australia
Sweden
UK
Sweden
Malta
Sweden
Total Games
300+
90+
80+
60+
300+
50+
55+
70+
500+
Avg. RTP
96.5%
96.3%
96.1%
96%
96.2%
96.5%
96.1%
96.3%
98%
Best Max Win
5,000x
12,305x
150,000x
10,000x
5,000x
20,000x
50,000x
100,000x
20,000x
Volatility Range
High–Very High
Very High
Very High (Extreme)
High–Very High
Low–Very High
High–Very High
Medium–Very High
Very High
Low–Medium (Live)
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Live Casino
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Provider Deep Dives
Pragmatic Play
Founded 2015 · Malta9.2/10
Cluster paysTumbling reelsDrops & Wins network
Best Max Win
5,000x
Gates of Olympus
Quick Stats
Games300+
Avg. RTP96.5%
VolatilityHigh–Very High
Pros
✓ Huge game library (300+)
✓ Consistent high-quality releases
✓ Drops & Wins jackpot network
✓ Live casino suite
Cons
✗ Some games feel formulaic
✗ Older titles dated by comparison
Hacksaw Gaming
Founded 2018 · Malta9.4/10
Western-themed slotsInnovative mechanicsVery high volatility
Best Max Win
12,305x
Wanted Dead or a Wild
Quick Stats
Games90+
Avg. RTP96.3%
VolatilityVery High
Pros
✓ Consistently innovative mechanics
✓ Very high max win potential
✓ Stunning visual design
Cons
✗ Smaller game library
✗ No live casino products
Nolimit City
Founded 2014 · Sweden9.5/10
xWays mechanicxBomb wildsExtreme volatilityDark themes
Best Max Win
150,000x
San Quentin xWays
Quick Stats
Games80+
Avg. RTP96.1%
VolatilityVery High (Extreme)
Pros
✓ Highest max wins in the industry (up to 150,000x)
✓ Unique xWays and xBomb mechanics
✓ Dark mature themes
Cons
✗ Extreme volatility not for casual players
✗ Heavy focus on dark/violent themes
Big Time Gaming
Founded 2011 · Australia8.9/10
Megaways mechanic (inventor)Cascading winsUnlimited multipliers
Best Max Win
10,000x
Bonanza Megaways
Quick Stats
Games60+
Avg. RTP96%
VolatilityHigh–Very High
Pros
✓ Invented the Megaways mechanic
✓ Unlimited multiplier potential in free spins
✓ Iconic classic titles
Cons
✗ No buy bonus on flagship titles
✗ Older visual style
✗ No live casino
Play'n GO
Founded 1997 · Sweden8.7/10
Book series slotsWide volatility rangeMobile-first design
Best Max Win
5,000x
Book of Dead
Quick Stats
Games300+
Avg. RTP96.2%
VolatilityLow–Very High
Pros
✓ Massive game library
✓ Something for every player type
✓ Excellent mobile performance
Cons
✗ Flagship titles getting old
✗ No buy bonus feature on most games
Push Gaming
Founded 2010 · UK8.8/10
Jammin Jars seriesMultiplier wildsFeature drops
Best Max Win
20,000x
Jammin' Jars
Quick Stats
Games50+
Avg. RTP96.5%
VolatilityHigh–Very High
Pros
✓ High quality art direction
✓ Feature Drops buy bonus system
✓ Consistent high RTP
Cons
✗ Smaller library
✗ No live casino
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ELK Studios
Founded 2012 · Sweden8.6/10
Betting Strategies featureUrban & street art styleNitropolis series
Best Max Win
50,000x
Nitropolis 4
Quick Stats
Games55+
Avg. RTP96.1%
VolatilityMedium–Very High
Pros
✓ Unique Betting Strategies system
✓ Bold original art direction
✓ Strong community favourite in Nitropolis series
Cons
✗ Smaller catalogue
✗ Less casino distribution than Pragmatic
✗ No jackpot products
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Relax Gaming
Founded 2010 · Malta8.7/10
Money Train seriesCollector mechanicSilver Bullet platform partner
Best Max Win
100,000x
Money Train 4
Quick Stats
Games70+
Avg. RTP96.3%
VolatilityVery High
Pros
✓ Money Train series consistently top-charting
✓ Collector mechanic generates huge wins
✓ Silver Bullet platform powers indie devs
Cons
✗ Small standalone catalogue outside Money series
✗ Very high variance alienates casual players
Evolution Gaming
Founded 2006 · Sweden9.6/10
Live dealer market leaderCrazy Time game showLightning series RNG boosts
Best Max Win
20,000x
Crazy Time
Quick Stats
Games500+
Avg. RTP98%
VolatilityLow–Medium (Live)
Pros
✓ Dominant live casino provider worldwide
✓ Game show vertical is unique
✓ Own studios on 5 continents
✓ Acquired NetEnt/Red Tiger/BTG
Cons
✗ Slots RTP lower than pure slot studios
✗ Live products require stable internet
✗ Premium product = higher platform fees
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