Last updated: June 2026 — Lachlan Drummond, Jerichofood
Every casino review published on Jerichofood follows a consistent, structured process built around real-world testing and independent analysis. Site owner and lead reviewer Lachlan Drummond personally evaluates each platform before a single word is written, ensuring that Australian players get honest, accurate guidance when choosing where to play PayID pokies in 2026.
This page explains exactly how that process works, what criteria we measure, and how we arrive at a final score. We believe transparency about our methodology is essential for building trust with our readers.
Before spending any time on a platform, Lachlan confirms that the casino holds a valid licence from a recognised regulatory authority. Sites that cannot demonstrate legitimate licensing are immediately excluded from consideration. This is a non-negotiable first gate in the process.
Lachlan creates a real player account using his own details and deposits real money using PayID, the payment method most relevant to our Australian audience. This hands-on approach means we can report accurately on deposit speeds, verification steps, and any friction points in the onboarding experience.
Lachlan plays a cross-section of pokie titles available on the platform, including popular Australian favourites and newer releases. He tests on both desktop and mobile devices to evaluate performance across different environments.
Where available, Lachlan claims the welcome bonus and works through the wagering requirements firsthand. This reveals how realistic the bonus terms actually are in practice, not just on paper.
A withdrawal is requested via PayID to verify processing times, any fees applied, and how straightforward the cashout experience is for real players.
Lachlan contacts the support team through at least two available channels, typically live chat and email, to assess response times, accuracy of answers, and overall helpfulness.
Once all data is gathered, Lachlan assigns scores across each rating category and writes the review based entirely on his own experience. No content is supplied or approved by casino operators.
Each casino is scored out of 10 across six key categories. These category scores are then combined using the weightings below to produce a single overall rating out of 10.
| Category | Weighting | What We Assess |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing and Safety | 25% | Valid licence, SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, fair play certification |
| Bonuses and Promotions | 20% | Welcome offer value, wagering requirements, bonus terms clarity, ongoing promotions |
| Game Selection | 20% | Number of pokies, software providers, game quality, RTP availability |
| Payment Methods | 15% | PayID support, deposit and withdrawal speeds, fee structure, available options |
| Customer Support | 10% | Availability hours, response speed, quality of assistance, contact channels |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | Browser performance, app availability, load times, interface usability on mobile |
All sites are scored on a scale of 1 to 10. Here is how to interpret those scores:
Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. Here is how Jerichofood protects its editorial integrity:
Lachlan Drummond is the founder and sole reviewer at Jerichofood. With a focus specifically on the Australian market and PayID casino products, Lachlan brings dedicated subject matter expertise to every assessment. His approach prioritises practical, player-first insights over marketing language, giving Australian readers the straightforward information they need to make informed decisions in 2026.