Bonus Buy Feature: What You Need to Know

The Bonus Buy feature is getting more attention across modern slots—and for good reason. It lets you pay a set price to jump straight into a slot’s bonus round (usually Free Spins), skipping the grind of waiting for scatters to land naturally. For players who want quicker peak moments and tighter session control, it can completely change how a game feels.

At RichPrize Casino, where slots from major studios are stacked deep, Bonus Buy can be a smart tool—if you know what you’re paying for, what it does to variance, and how it interacts with bonus terms.

Bonus Buy, explained in plain terms (and why it changes everything)

On eligible slot games, you’ll see a “Buy Bonus” option that charges a one-time fee—often expressed as a multiple of your current bet—to instantly trigger the feature round. Instead of spinning for 50–300 spins hoping to hit the entry, you’re purchasing access right now.

That one change ramps up volatility immediately: you’re essentially front-loading the cost you would have spent trying to reach the bonus naturally. The upside is obvious—more bonus rounds per hour. The tradeoff is just as real—bigger swings, faster bankroll movement, and less “slow build” gameplay.

The real cost: it’s not just the buy price

A Bonus Buy isn’t a “bonus” in the promo sense—it’s a paid in-game mechanic. And because it’s usually priced as a chunk of spins, it can drain a balance faster than standard play.

A simple way to think about it:

• If a bonus costs, say, 80x–120x your bet, you’re committing the equivalent of 80–120 normal spins instantly.
• If you buy multiple rounds in a row, you’re stacking high-variance outcomes back-to-back—great when it hits, brutal when it doesn’t.

If you’re using casino bonuses (welcome offers, deposit matches, free spins promos), that faster spend rate can also mean you reach wagering checkpoints sooner—either clearing requirements efficiently or burning through funds before the bonus has time to work.

Bonus Buy vs. regular spins: what actually changes in your session

Regular spins give you more time for line hits, mini-features, and bankroll pacing. Bonus Buy compresses the experience into “feature attempts,” which can make sessions feel more decisive.

Players tend to choose Bonus Buy for three main reasons:

1. They’re chasing feature-specific payouts (Free Spins multipliers, stacked wilds, expanding symbols).
2. They want less downtime between high-impact moments.
3. They’re testing a slot’s bonus performance without investing hundreds of spins first.

The key is understanding you’re not boosting RTP by default—you’re changing how quickly you reach the most volatile part of the game.

Where it shines: feature-heavy slots at RichPrize

Bonus Buy makes the most sense on games where the feature round is the main event. Two examples worth checking if you’re browsing RichPrize’s slot library:

If you like holiday-themed slots with bonus momentum, Joker's Charms – Patrick's Day Slots brings feature-driven play with Free Spins potential “up to 100” and a Stacked Wild element that can reshape a bonus round fast.

Prefer a winter-style feature chase? Book Of Elves Slots keeps it tighter with a 10 Free Spins feature and a Scatter Wild angle that can swing outcomes quickly when the bonus connects.

(Availability of Bonus Buy can vary by provider, jurisdiction, and game version, so always confirm the feature is enabled on the exact title you’re playing.)

Bonus money + Bonus Buy: what to watch before you hit “purchase”

This is where players get caught out: casino bonus terms and in-game Bonus Buy are not always a perfect match.

RichPrize’s general bonus rules (as listed in current promo terms) highlight a few points that matter immediately if you plan to use Bonus Buy while wagering:

• Max bet while wagering is €5 per spin. If your Bonus Buy scales off bet size, that cap can limit how aggressively you can purchase features.
• Bonuses are typically sticky , meaning you can’t withdraw bonus funds until wagering is completed.
• Slots contribute 100% toward wagering, which is helpful if you’re playing slot-only sessions.
• Deposit bonuses often have a max cashout of 5x the bonus amount , and Free Spins winnings may be capped at €100 (depending on the promo type).
• Bonuses can expire after 7 days if unused.

Before you start buying features on a bonus balance, check whether the specific promo allows it and whether the payout cap makes high-variance play less attractive.

Current RichPrize promos that pair best with slot sessions

If your plan is Bonus Buy-heavy gameplay, you’ll generally want offers that (1) are slot-eligible, (2) have clear wagering, and (3) give you enough balance to absorb swings.

RichPrize’s promos currently listed include:

• First Deposit Welcome Bonus: 125% up to €1000 + 50 Free Spins, 35x wagering on deposit + bonus, €20 minimum , opt-in during deposit.
• Second Deposit Bonus: 250% match, 35x wagering , €20 minimum , opt-in during deposit.
• No Deposit Free Spins: 100 Free Spins, 40x wagering on winnings, automatic on registration (selected slots).
• Mobile App First Deposit Bonus: 50% match + 50 Free Spins, 35x wagering , automatic on first in-app deposit.
• Promo Code Free Spins: code TRITON30 for 30 Free Spins, 40x wagering on winnings (selected slots).

Country restrictions apply, and some regions are excluded from bonus eligibility (including the United States, Australia, Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands, with additional restricted countries listed in terms).

You can review the casino’s latest offers, payments, and support options directly on the RichPrize Casino page.

Smart timing: when Bonus Buy is worth considering (and when it’s not)

Bonus Buy tends to work best when you’ve already set a budget for feature attempts—treating each purchase like a planned “round” rather than an impulse click. It’s also a strong fit when you’re short on time and want concentrated gameplay instead of long build-ups.

It’s usually a poor choice when you’re low on balance, trying to stretch a small deposit, or playing under strict promo caps where a massive hit wouldn’t fully count as withdrawable anyway.

Used with discipline, Bonus Buy turns a slot session into a high-impact highlight reel. Used recklessly, it can erase a bankroll before you even realize how many “spin equivalents” you’ve paid for—so set the limit first, then decide how many features you’re willing to purchase.