Chico Poker Network - review of the poker network: BetOnline, SportsBetting, TigerGaming and cryptocurrency deposits.

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29.04.2025

Chico features: history, geography, security

Chico Poker Network overview - This is one of the largest and most significant poker networks. It includes such well-known operators as:

BetOnline Poker;
SportsBetting Poker;
TigerGaming Poker.

The Chico Poker Network (formerly Action Poker Network) was founded in 2000.
This overview will examine the network's features and advantages that distinguish it from its competitors.

The Chico Poker Network is not just a collection of popular poker rooms, but a real find for players looking for an alternative to giants like PokerStars or 888poker. Particular attention is paid to the quality of service: many rooms are famous for their fast support and individual approach to each client.

❕ Interesting fact: Chico is among the top three largest networks available to players from the USA, and consistently ranks in the top 15 global poker networks by traffic volume.

History and development:

⏺️ 2012–2015: The introduction of cryptocurrency for transactions was a revolutionary step - Chico was one of the first networks to allow the use of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin for deposits and withdrawals.

⏺️ 2016–2018: The transition to modern Connective Games software significantly increased the stability and security of the games. This software is certified by independent laboratories iTech Labs and Gaming Labs, which guarantees the fairness of the hands.

⏺️ 2019–2021: Interface improvements, the launch of new bonus programs and rakeback made the network more attractive to new and regular players.

⏺️ 2022 – present: TigerGaming is actively expanding its audience in South America, and the network as a whole is introducing new promotions and tournaments.

Lobby

The lobby of Chico rooms is intuitive: quick transitions to the desired formats, filters by limits, game types, and even private tables for playing with friends. The built-in chat allows you to communicate with opponents, and advanced filters allow you to quickly find the necessary tournaments or cash tables.

❕ Interesting fact:
Chico is one of the few networks where 9-max tables are still available in Hold'em, which is especially appreciated by fans of classic poker.

The lobby structure is fairly standard and is divided into the following categories:

● Tournaments — visitors can view the list of active events;

● Cash Games — you can choose tables by bet limits or by type;

● Private — tables created independently by registered visitors.

Chico rooms offer a variety of filters.

Filters	Features
By limits	You can choose tables with a specific range of stakes.
By Games	Hold'em, Omaha, Stud and others.
By status	With open registration, current or past.
Only active	Hide inactive offers.

The rooms have a chat — the ability to communicate with other participants.

Table variations

In Chico Network rooms, in addition to traditional games and Pot-Limit Omaha, a variety of other entertainments are provided:

No Limit Texas Hold'em	Limit Omaha Hi/Lo	Pot Limit Omaha Hi/Lo
PLO5 and PLO6 at 5-player tables	Fast	Short Deck Hold'em

Straddles are available at all tables, except for NL/PLO1K$ and Boost. The option to bet according to Run It Twice rules is also provided.

In the rooms' client, cash games are divided into three categories: Hold'em, Omaha, and 6+ Hold'em. Texas Hold'em is the most popular, however, Omaha (including PLO5 and Hi-Lo) makes up to 20% of all variations. The highest limits on Chico are NL/PLO1000$, and during peak hours, 5-6 tables gather here.

Chico is popular among users from the USA, which is confirmed by the presence of a significant number of NLH tables in 9-max (about 40%). Short Deck is absent. For Boost, there are two limits – NL10$ and NL50$, with active traffic from 50 to 110 players.

Tournaments

Monthly tournament guarantees exceed 3 million dollars. Most events have regular status, starting every 3-4 hours. Buy-ins for such events reach 11$, and guaranteed prizes can be up to 3000$. Sunday main events:

✔️ Main Event with a guarantee of 150000$ and a buy-in of 109$. During series, the guarantee amount can increase up to 300000$;

✔️ Sunday Showdown — with a guarantee of 100000$ and a buy-in of 215$;

✔️ Mini Main — with a guarantee of 20000$ for a buy-in of 22$.

Daily contests are also held with a guarantee of 40000$ for 215$. Chico Poker is still a popular platform for classic SnGs, not limited to just Hold'em and Omaha. Turbo and hyper-turbo formats are played for 2, 6, and 9 users, as well as Double or Nothing (DoN) with a maximum limit of 60$.

Windfall offers unique opportunities with several variations, such as: 3-max Windfall, AoF (All-in or Fold), and Chinese poker.

The maximum buy-in for these spins is 30$. In order not to miss the events scheduled for 2025, it is recommended to follow the updates on the website of your favorite poker room.

Prime time and player count

Activity on the Chico platforms varies depending on the time of day, region, and game type:

● America — 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST;

● Europe — 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM CET;

● Asia — 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM local time.

Between 2,000 and 5,000 users can be found at the cash game tables and up to 3,000 users in MTTs.

Rake, rakeback and bonus program

In Chico rooms, a commission in the form of rake is charged at Texas Hold'em and Omaha cash tables with 6 or fewer clients up to the NL/PLO200$ limit. Let's analyze the rake in cash games based on the BetOnline room.

Type	Limit	Rake	Rake per Hand
No-Limit Hold'em	$0.01/$0.02	5%	0.50$
	0.05$/0.10$	5%	1.00$
	$0.10/$0.25	5%	2.00$
	$0.25/$0.50	5%	3.00$
	0.50$/1.00$	5%	5.00$
	$1.00/$2.00	5%	7.00$
	$2.00/$5.00	5%	10.00$
Pot-Limit Omaha	0.05$/0.10$	5%	1.00$
	$0.10/$0.25	5%	2.00$
	$0.25/$0.50	5%	3.00$
	0.50$/1.00$	5%	5.00$

In tournaments, the commission varies from 6% to 10%, depending on the type of competition and buy-in. In Windfall spins, the rake size varies depending on the limits and ranges from 6% to 8%. For HU (Heads-Up), the rake is about 2%.

In addition, each room provides a bonus program that allows you to diversify the game and motivates you to bet. As a gift, you can receive percentages on account replenishment, no-deposit bonuses, and incentives timed to coincide with large-scale events. Announcements of all rewards are published on the websites of the specific room.

Player support

All rooms provide customer support. You can contact support via live chat, email, and phone numbers. Contact details for player support are published on the platform websites, as is their operating schedule.

Deposits and cashouts

Chico is a leader in the implementation of cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple, and others are available for deposits and cashouts. All network sites use a single wallet for all games, which is convenient for balance management. Classic payment systems have been excluded from the cashier or are available only for deposits.

The commission may vary depending on the withdrawal method and transaction amount, and it is recommended to clarify its details in the cashier before withdrawing funds.

Poker trackers and HUD

The use of HUDs and trackers is limited: Hand2Note is allowed, while the popular HM3 and PT4 only work through special converters. This creates fairer conditions for all participants.

It is important to clarify the possibility of using third-party software on a specific platform to avoid sanctions.

Prospects and conclusions

👑 Despite competition with larger poker platforms, Chico maintains its niche thanks to cryptocurrency, and accessibility for players from countries with online gaming restrictions.

It is an optimal choice for users looking for stability and more accessible limits. However, its capabilities, compared to larger rooms in terms of large prize pools and international events, remain limited.