Sun Poker Review

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With the recent move to the iPoker Network, Sun Poker joins a star-studded fleet of rooms that already includes Titan Poker, Chili Poker, VC Poker, Expekt Poker, and Noble Poker. The iPoker Network is the third largest on the face of the Earth according to PokerScout.com, which tracks online poker room traffic in cash games. It consistently ranks among the busiest groups of sites in business.

Popularity: 8 of 10 - Good

There are only two online poker sites in the world that are larger in terms of cash game traffic than the iPoker Network: Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars. As such, you'll find thousands upon thousands of players online at any given moment, meaning that a game at your bankroll level will almost always be available. Sun Poker's name also has become one of the anchors of the industry. However, the iPoker Network does not accept customers from the United States, which limits its reach.

Security: 8 of 10 - Excellent

Before any game is rolled out onto the iPoker Network felts, it's tested and then re-tested in order to ensure fairness. Player information is protected by a firewall and also RSA encrypted in order to ensure that it remains private. The online poker room does not share any player information, including e-mails, with third parties. The random number generator, which is the engine that deals each player's cards, was tested with a total of three million numbers. Software runs on the site that looks for collusion and other forms of cheating employed by players. The online poker room also claims that "several thousand" hands are examined manually every day. The iPoker Network is one of the most esteemed in the industry.

Player Competition: 7 of 10 - Good

Like all other major online poker networks, you'll find a wide variety of players on the iPoker Network. Texas Hold'em, Omaha High, Omaha High-Low, and Stud card games are available. Pot Limit, No Limit, and Limit games can be found in full swing 24 hours per day. Just like on any online poker network, you'll find much softer play at the lower stakes than the higher ones. Rest assured, though, that you'll be able to find a game.

Site Software: 8 of 10 - Good

The iPoker Software is designed by PlayTech, its parent company. As such, the company offers a streamlined table and lobby software suite, employed by some of the top sites in the world. Playtech was founded by 1999 and is one of the industry leaders in developing both poker and casino software. It regularly competes with companies like CryptoLogic.

Customer Support: 9 of 10 - Excellent

Talking to a member of Sun Poker's customer service team is painless. Sun Poker has a full list of e-mails to reach support and the VIP club. E-Mail support is available around the clock. Phone and Fax support are also available, with specific numbers to use from the United Kingdom and North America. The international call-in line is + 632-756-7826. Sun Poker Members can also take advantage of Live Support, which is open for 14 hours per day.

Company Ethics: 9 of 10 - Excellent

The parent company of the iPoker Network, PlayTech is traded on the AIM component of the London Stock Exchange. Complete financial information is available both on PlayTech's website as well as the London Stock Exchange. It has a standing Board of Directors and must divulge all of its sensitive financial information to the general public. Party Gaming, 888, Sportingbet, and Unibet are also available for purchase on the London Stock Exchange.

Site Promotions: 8 of 10 - Excellent

The iPoker VIP Club offers a similar promotion to rakeback; money returned to players depends on their VIP status. Satellites into some of the world's largest live poker tournaments are available, including the Irish Poker Open and World Series of Poker. Promoted tournaments vary by the time of year, so check out the Sun Poker lobby for more information.

A generous sign-up bonus is available which will help fund your bankroll for Sun Poker's $400,000 in weekend guarantees as a member of the iPoker Network. Check out the mammoth $215 buy-in $250,000 Guaranteed every Sunday. Warm up for the late weekend tournament by taking part in the $50,000 Guaranteed every Saturday. All you have to do is cough up $109 for entry. The iPoker Network also offers a high-stakes rebuy tournament with at least $100,000 up for grabs. The $55 rebuy extravaganza takes place every Friday night at 19:00 GMT.

Overall Review: 8.14 out of 10 - Excellent

It's hard to argue with an established brand name site on one of the world's largest online poker networks. The move to the iPoker Network can only be beneficial to players as well as the entire poker world.