Ultimate Bet

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UltimateBet is simply one of the top poker rooms around. Originating in 2001, UltimateBet has had positive growth both in the number of players and in its reputation. Players will easily find the ring game or tournament of their choosing, as their traffic is among the highest in the industry. Most love its sleek design and layout, responsive customer service, and variety of games. UltimateBet offers all limits from $.01/.02 all the way up to $300/$600. Players of all skill levels and monetary means will find a game. UltimateBet employs some unique features such as UltimateBuddy where you can download software that will display your personal buddies, where they are sitting, and will even take you to their table. UltimateBet also offers “miniview.” This is an ideal feature for the player who plays multiple tables at once, as you can view them all simultaneously. They also offer UltimatePoints, a reward program where points can be accrued through tournament play and raked hands. Historically, this has been a very reliable poker room and is endorsed by professional players who regularly join in tournaments held there.  Beginners will enjoy UltimateBet’s one of a kind layout and table display. Decision buttons are easy to use. Finding a table is not complicated once you get used to it - sections within ring games, tournaments, and sit n gos are tabbed depending on the type you want. Intermediate players will enjoy the UltimateBet experience because of the ability to play various games at all dollar levels. They typically offer generous bonuses and a good referral program. Enthusiasts will find some of the highest traffic at the highest levels, and for individuals who play multiple tables, the miniview is an outstanding feature. The loyalty program, UltimatePoints, is also an attractive bonus for the hardcore player. With its large player base and unique design and layout, UltimateBet will continue to be at the top of any poker player’s list of favorite poker rooms.  

Software 

UltimateBet boasts a design and layout unlike any other online poker room. Players love its speedy play, functionality, and it is usually reliable. Recently they upgraded their system without prior notice causing tournaments and ring games to lock up in the middle of play. They are attempting to determine all corrections that need to be made to accounts involved. Except for this hiccup, UltimateBet's software is considered by many to be top-notch. The only other complaint that comes from new players is that the main lobby can seem cluttered until you get used to it.

Rake ranges up to 5% of the pot. At UltimateBet, there is also a “no flop, no drop” policy which means that no rake is taken on any hand that ends before the flop. 

For a limited time only, all new first time depositors will receive an unrivaled 111% Deposit Bonus. This is the highest bonus available at any major online poker room. To take advantage of this awesome offer, simply make your first deposit and UB will credit your account 111% - up to $1100 - in bonus dollars!
 

Peak time (late evening (EST) approximately 18,000 players Mid-morning (EST) approximately 9,500 players Mid afternoon (EST) approximately 15,000 players  

It’s no longer considered to be one of the toughest places to play. While you will still find many excellent players here, play as loosened up a lot, especially since the new law was passed.

At UltimateBet, players are limited to having 3 ring game tables open at once. A player may also have a tournament table open at the same time, which means that a maximum of 4 games may be played simultaneously

The table chat feature is harder to utilize at UltimateBet than at many other sites because the active table is forced to the front whenever a player’s turn to act occurs. Players who are chatting when that happens will find their conversation interrupted, sometimes resulting in the last half of a chat being displayed at an incorrect table.

In NL or PL games, the player can click a “bet pot” button that saves having to type in the correct value or operate a slider. All other button options are standard.

Hand histories may be requested via e-mail or may be saved to disk from a hand history display window, accessible at each table.

Player notes windows are standard. Players may also be color-coded. A small colored dot will appear at their position. The color code system can be customized.