Last updated: June 2026 — James Wilson, Scooti
Scooti was founded in 2026 by James Wilson, a passionate advocate for Australian online gamblers seeking honest, unbiased information about PayID pokies and casino platforms. After years of frustration with misleading reviews and affiliate-driven recommendations, James created Scooti to fill a critical gap in the Australian gambling review landscape.
What started as a personal mission has grown into a trusted resource for thousands of Australian players who demand transparency, accuracy, and genuine player-focused advice when choosing where to gamble online.
Scooti is an independent review platform dedicated exclusively to testing, evaluating, and recommending the best PayID pokies sites and online casinos for Australian players. Our team comprises experienced gambling reviewers, industry analysts, and player advocates who share a common goal: helping Australians make informed decisions about their gaming.
Every member of our team personally tests and reviews each platform we feature. We don't rely on secondhand information or marketing claims. We create real accounts, deposit real money, test real features, and experience every site exactly as our readers will.
Our mission is simple: provide Australia's most honest, comprehensive, and player-centric reviews of PayID pokies and online gambling platforms. We're committed to helping Australian gamblers navigate the online gaming space safely, confidently, and with full transparency about what they're getting into.
Independence: We answer only to our readers, never to gambling operators. Our reviews are determined solely by what we believe is best for Australian players.
Transparency: We're open about how we test, what we find, and how we earn revenue. No hidden agendas, no undisclosed partnerships, no surprises.
Player Safety: Responsible gambling isn't an afterthought—it's core to everything we do. We actively promote safer gambling practices and highlight red flags that could harm players.
Accuracy: We verify every claim, test every feature, and update our reviews regularly. The Australian gambling landscape changes quickly, and so do our reviews.
Have questions about Scooti or our reviews? We'd love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us serve Australian gamblers better.